1490 Arch St

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Built at the turn of the century in the heart of North Berkeley, this classic Arts and Crafts brown shingle masterfully blends historic charm with modern refinements like radiant heat and a newer foundation. The interior is defined by rich redwood trim, intricate wainscoting, and original fireplaces, featuring a sun-drenched kitchen with custom Douglas fir seating and a "secret" office hidden behind a discreet door. A grand staircase leads to three spacious bedrooms and a flexible sleeping porch with bay views, while the lower level provides a generous family room, workshop, and ample storage. Outside, the property transforms into a magical garden sanctuary of stone paths and wisteria, complete with a detached creative studio, a whimsical tortoise habitat, and an ingenious EV charging arm for street parking—all just steps from the University and world-class dining. BESO SCORE 3

Current Status

New

Original Price

$1,895,000

List Price

$1,895,000

On Market Date

May 13, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

North Berkeley

Zip Code

94708

MLS ID

41134525

APN

59225414

Year Built

1899

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

2

Parking

0

Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), On Street

SQ FT

2,539

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

3,690.0

Lot Acres

0.09 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Other - Call/See Agent

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic

Flooring

Concrete, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile, Cork

Foundation

Fire Place

Dining Room, Family Room, Insert, Gas, Living Room

Heating

Forced Air, Radiant, Fireplace Insert, Fireplace(s)

Laundry

Dryer, Washer

Upper Level

3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Other

Main Level

1 Bath, Main Entry

Views

Partial

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space, Full

Architectural Style

Brown Shingle, Craftsman

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic

Location

Corner Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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