1545 Dwight Way

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  Own a piece of Berkeley history at 1545 Dwight Way, the city’s oldest Victorian home. Built in 1877 by legendary architect Alphonso Herman Broad, this Stick-Eastlake masterpiece is a landmark of craftsmanship and scale. Spanning an incredible 6,379 square feet, the residence features over 16 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms across a 9,025-square-foot lot. Whether you envision a grand multi-generational estate, a visionary co-housing project, or a unique investment, the possibilities are as vast as the home itself.

Own a piece of Berkeley history at 1545 Dwight Way, the city’s oldest Victorian home. Built in 1877 by legendary architect Alphonso Herman Broad, this Stick-Eastlake masterpiece is a landmark of craftsmanship and scale. Spanning an incredible 6,379 square feet, the residence features over 16 bedrooms and 7 bathrooms across a 9,025-square-foot lot. Whether you envision a grand multi-generational estate, a visionary co-housing project, or a unique investment, the possibilities are as vast as the home itself. From the intricate woodwork to the steep gabled roofs, every detail reflects the rich architectural heritage of the historic Spaulding Tract. Currently tenant-occupied and situated just moments from Berkeley’s vibrant dining and culture, this is more than a home—it’s a legacy. Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to preserve and reimagine a true local treasure.

Current Status

New

Original Price

$2,400,000

List Price

$2,400,000

On Market Date

May 26, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Central Berkeley

Zip Code

94703

MLS ID

41136025

APN

55191352

Year Built

1886

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Negotiable, Subject To Tenant Rights, Upon Completion

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

16

Bath

6.5 (6/1)

Parking

1

Detached

SQ FT

6,379

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

9,025.0

Lot Acres

0.21 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Rent Control, Disclosure Package Avail

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Balcony, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Yard Space

Flooring

Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Gravity

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl

Upper Level

5 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Other

Main Level

6+ Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Laundry Facility, Other, Main Entry

Views

Bay Bridge, Partial

Possession

Negotiable, Subject To Tenant Rights, Upon Completion

Basement

Crawl Space

Architectural Style

Victorian

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Shower Over Tub

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Balcony, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Yard Space

Location

Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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