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Easy Living, blocks from Solano!
$848,000
734 Ensenada Avenue,
Berkeley
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Marilyn Garcia, PhD | REALTOR
Marilyn Garcia, PhD | REALTOR
Tucked on a peaceful knoll just a few blocks from Solano Avenue, this inviting Thousand Oaks bungalow offers an ideal mix of charm, comfort, and thoughtful upgrades. A newly paved driveway leads to the welcoming front porch and an easy, one-level layout with two well-proportioned bedrooms and a refreshed Jack-and-Jill-style bath. Bright, connected living spaces feature a classic wood-burning fireplace and hardwood floors that draw you through the home, creating an effortless flow for both entertaining and daily life.
The remodeled open kitchen—with all-new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances—is as functional as it is lovely. It’s the kind of space where a meal comes together with fresh ingredients from the nearby farmers market and good conversation.
The sunny backyard offers a natural extension of the living space—great for laid-back dinners, catching up with friends, or simply unwinding in a peaceful garden setting.
The improved garage, finished with carriage doors and skylights in its vaulted ceiling, adds flexibility and more room to spread out; it would be a fantastic office, art studio, rec room, or home gym.
Rated “Very Walkable,” with a quiet residential feel and easy access to the shops, cafés, and restaurants along Solano Avenue and the Colusa Circle, this home delivers both everyday ease and high quality of life!
https://www.walkscore.com/score/734-ensenada-ave-berkeley-ca-94707
Check out the Kensington Farmer’s Market, Sundays at the Colusa Circle! https://www.kensingtonfarmersmarket.org/
Major new BESO (Berkeley’s Building Emissions Saving Ordinance) requirements start in 2026; this property will be BESO compliant if escrow closes in 2025.
The remodeled open kitchen—with all-new cabinetry, countertops, and appliances—is as functional as it is lovely. It’s the kind of space where a meal comes together with fresh ingredients from the nearby farmers market and good conversation.
The sunny backyard offers a natural extension of the living space—great for laid-back dinners, catching up with friends, or simply unwinding in a peaceful garden setting.
The improved garage, finished with carriage doors and skylights in its vaulted ceiling, adds flexibility and more room to spread out; it would be a fantastic office, art studio, rec room, or home gym.
Rated “Very Walkable,” with a quiet residential feel and easy access to the shops, cafés, and restaurants along Solano Avenue and the Colusa Circle, this home delivers both everyday ease and high quality of life!
https://www.walkscore.com/score/734-ensenada-ave-berkeley-ca-94707
Check out the Kensington Farmer’s Market, Sundays at the Colusa Circle! https://www.kensingtonfarmersmarket.org/
Major new BESO (Berkeley’s Building Emissions Saving Ordinance) requirements start in 2026; this property will be BESO compliant if escrow closes in 2025.
- 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
- 906 square feet (per appraisal dated 9/2025)
- 250 square foot improved detached garage (per appraisal dated 9/2025)
- Lot size 4134 square feet, per public records
Floor Plan
Floor plan
Neighborhood
Perched above the city and offering the best panoramic views in the entire Bay Area, North Berkeley Hills is an incredibly peaceful residential neighborhood, yet not far from the hustle and bustle of the city’s more urban areas. Homes in the neighborhood are built in a variety of styles and feature spacious patio decks, manicured lawns and lushly landscaped gardens.
Depending on where you live, North Berkeley Hills residents can enjoy views of the San Francisco and Oakland skylines, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Mount Tamalpais. For even more great views plus a variety of great outdoor activities, residents can take a short trip to nearby Tilden Regional Park. Park amenities vary between free and paid activities. Free activities available at TIlden Park include a beautiful botanical garden, the Little Farm, and nearly 40 miles of scenic hiking trails. For a small fee, the public can also swim at Lake Anza, take a spin on the Merry-Go-Round, or enjoy a round of golf at Tilden Park Golf Course.
Some residents in the southern part of North Berkeley Hills are within walking distance of the thriving retail district on Solano Avenue. Featuring a wide variety of stores, shops, and plenty of great restaurants, including:
Safeway Community Markets: Located at the southwest corner of Solano and Fresno Avenues, this is a great place to check off everything on your grocery list.
Noor & Sons Rug Gallery: Find handcrafted Oriental Rugs for your home, as well as rug cleaning and repair services.
Peet’s Coffee: It all started in Berkeley, and this location is ideal for your morning cup of coffee before you begin your commute.
Additionally, foodies who love a variety of cuisines are just a short walk or drive away from the infamous Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood.
Despite its elevated location, North Berkeley Hills is extremely transit-friendly. The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District bus lines that serve the neighborhood drop residents at the Downtown Berkeley BART station for a quick commute to downtown San Francisco. Berkeley Hills residents who live near the western section of the neighborhood are less than one mile away from the heart of UC Berkeley, making it a great area for faculty and administrators to live.
Depending on where you live, North Berkeley Hills residents can enjoy views of the San Francisco and Oakland skylines, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Mount Tamalpais. For even more great views plus a variety of great outdoor activities, residents can take a short trip to nearby Tilden Regional Park. Park amenities vary between free and paid activities. Free activities available at TIlden Park include a beautiful botanical garden, the Little Farm, and nearly 40 miles of scenic hiking trails. For a small fee, the public can also swim at Lake Anza, take a spin on the Merry-Go-Round, or enjoy a round of golf at Tilden Park Golf Course.
Some residents in the southern part of North Berkeley Hills are within walking distance of the thriving retail district on Solano Avenue. Featuring a wide variety of stores, shops, and plenty of great restaurants, including:
Safeway Community Markets: Located at the southwest corner of Solano and Fresno Avenues, this is a great place to check off everything on your grocery list.
Noor & Sons Rug Gallery: Find handcrafted Oriental Rugs for your home, as well as rug cleaning and repair services.
Peet’s Coffee: It all started in Berkeley, and this location is ideal for your morning cup of coffee before you begin your commute.
Additionally, foodies who love a variety of cuisines are just a short walk or drive away from the infamous Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood.
Despite its elevated location, North Berkeley Hills is extremely transit-friendly. The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District bus lines that serve the neighborhood drop residents at the Downtown Berkeley BART station for a quick commute to downtown San Francisco. Berkeley Hills residents who live near the western section of the neighborhood are less than one mile away from the heart of UC Berkeley, making it a great area for faculty and administrators to live.
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