189 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708
189 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708
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.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Residential Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Berkeley · Single Family Residence
Listed 46.9% below the median closed sale of $1,880,000. Price per sqft ($633) is a 43% discount to closed comps ($1,113). Closed comps sold at 135% of list — strong seller's market.
Price Position
Priced below the market — value advantage over the field.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1024 Overlook Rd | Berkeley | 1955 | 3 | 2 | 1,537 | 6,494 | $649 | $998,000 | 34 | 82 |
| 2153 Oregon Street | Berkeley | 1904 | 4 | 2 | 1,776 | 3,150 | $898 | $1.59M | 4 | 73 |
| 1638 Cornell Ave | Berkeley | 1947 | 3 | 2 | 1,343 | 5,000 | $959 | $1.29M | 607 | 72 |
| 425 Kentucky Ave | Berkeley | 1926 | 3 | 1 | 1,471 | 5,406 | $678 | $998,000 | 24 | 72 |
| 2707 Dana St | Berkeley | 1905 | 4 | 2 | 1,791 | 2,700 | $611 | $1.09M | 12 | 71 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.4 | 1.8 | 1,583.6 | 4,550 | $759 | $1.19M | 136.2 | |||
| Median | 1,537 | $1.09M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 740 Keeler Ave | Berkeley | 1926 | 10/05/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,576 | 4,800 | $1.29M | $1.60M | $1,015 | 1.24 | 39 | 79 |
| 775 San Diego Rd | Berkeley | 1952 | 09/24/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,904 | 5,718 | $1.43M | $1.98M | $1,037 | 1.39 | 35 | 78 |
| 3027 Regent St | Berkeley | 1923 | 10/07/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,562 | 5,168 | $1.50M | $1.88M | $1,204 | 1.26 | 28 | 78 |
| 639 Cragmont | Berkeley | 1930 | 09/08/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,592 | 5,246 | $1.09M | $1.50M | $942 | 1.37 | 30 | 77 |
| 2816 Webster St | Berkeley | 1930 | 10/09/2026 | 3 | 2 | 1,753 | 4,860 | $1.59M | $2.40M | $1,369 | 1.50 | 22 | 76 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 3.0 | 2.0 | 1,677.4 | 5,158.4 | $1.87M | $1.87M | $1,113.4 | — | 30.8 | ||||
| Median | 1,592 | $1.88M | $1.88M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.