Address
189 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA
Price
$ 998,000
Property Attributes
- ID#41150512
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Pending
- CountyAlameda
- CityBerkeley
- NeighborhoodBerkeley Hills
- Zip94708
- StyleContemporary Mid Century Modern
- Year Built1959
- Price$ 998,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1576
- Lot Size0.11 Acres
Data Source:
Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS
Property Description
Sunshine, space, and a playground practically in your front yard—189 Fairlawn has all the ingredients for a pretty great Berkeley life. Just steps from Terrace View Playground, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 1,589 square feet* of bright, inviting living space filled with natural light. The updated kitchen and remodeled bathrooms bring a fresh, modern feel, while a large deck off the rear bedroom creates a wonderful spot to step outside and enjoy a sunny Berkeley afternoon. A separate patio and fresh new landscaping (2026) complete the outdoor setting. Downstairs is a true Berkeley rarity: an enormous 739-square-foot garage offering exceptional space for bikes, storage, a workshop, hobbies, a home gym, or whatever else life brings.** The home has also been upgraded with a brand-new 200-amp electrical service, ready for modern living. With four bedrooms, wonderful natural light, generous outdoor space, incredible bonus space**, and Terrace View Playground practically at your doorstep, 189 Fairlawn is a warm, welcoming home with room to live, play, and grow. Home Energy Score of 5. *Per public record. **Buyer to verify use of space. Neither seller nor listing agent has investigated or verified the accuracy of any of these sources of information nor that these spaces are or may be made into legally habitable spaces. Buyer must conduct their own investigation with the city and appropriate professionals and rely solely on that investigation.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed $998,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1576 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Central |
| Cooling | None |
| Utilities | Cable Available,Cable Connected,DSL Available,Internet Available,Natural Gas Available,Natural Gas Connected,Individual Electric Meter,Individual Gas Meter |
| Roof | Composition Shingles |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Double Oven,Gas Range,Microwave,Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Architectural Style | Contemporary,Mid Century Modern |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding,Other,Concrete,Wood,Frame |
| Year Built | 1959 |
| Electric | No Solar |
| Stories Count | 3 |
| Levels | Three or More Stories |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| County | Alameda |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Berkeley Hills |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Pending |
| Directions | Grizzly Peak down Avenida, right on Fairlawn |
| City | Berkeley |
| MLS Area | Listing |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4830 |
| Property Condition | Existing |
| Standard Status | Pending |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Dining Area,Family Room,Storage,Workshop,Counter - Solid Surface,Updated Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood Flrs Throughout |
| Fireplace Features | None |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Laundry Features | Dryer,Laundry Closet,Washer,In Unit,Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Kitchen Features | Counter - Solid Surface,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat-in Kitchen,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Microwave,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| 1/2 Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Back Yard,Side Yard,Sprinklers Side,Storage,Terraced Back,Terraced Up,Landscape Back,Landscape Front,Low Maintenance,Private Entrance |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Full,Wood |
| Parking Features | Attached,Garage,Off Street,Workshop in Garage,Enclosed,Garage Faces Front,Garage Door Opener |
| Lot Features | Rectangular Lot,Sloped Up,Sprinklers In Rear,Landscaped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 4830 |
| Skirt | Wood |
| Building Area Total | 1576 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.11 |
| ADU Y/N | false |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94708
Price
Year Built
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