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$1,156,746$766 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $385,000 on Nov 1, 1996

140 FOREST LN

BERKELEY, CA 94708
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,511 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,960 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$973K low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$385,000 · Nov 1, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,600 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$632,545 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$191,863
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$447,682
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$620,007
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,543,050

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1961
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Bay

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)A+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94708These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.583

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,453 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

140 Forest Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Berkeley Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Berkeley Hills

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94708

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$958K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Berkeley 94708.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94708.

Estimated value$1,156,746
CheaperTypical $1,519,705Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$766
CheaperTypical $805Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,511 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,923 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size3,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 140 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkeley HillsBerkeley 94708Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,156,74612% of homes11% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$76636% of homes39% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,511 ft²23% of homes25% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,960 ft²7% of homes6% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than196087% of homes85% of homes46% of homes

About 140 Forest Ln

How much is 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA is $1,156,746 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $972,631 to $1,340,861. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA last sell?

140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA last sold on Nov 1, 1996 for $385,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA?

140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,511 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA built?

140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA?

140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (middle), rated A; Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM) (elementary), rated A+; Berkeley High School (high), rated A. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94708?

Among the 4,611 homes in Berkeley 94708, it is worth more than 11% of them ($1,156,746 against a typical $1,519,705), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($766 against a typical $805), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,511 ft² against a typical 1,923 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,960 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1960 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 57% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 140 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA was $12,600. The county assessed it at $632,545.

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