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$1,308,089$837 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $915,000 on Mar 30, 2018

26 CRYSTAL WAY

BERKELEY, CA 94708
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,562 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.
3,600 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$915,000 · Mar 30, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,879 (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.$1,084,221 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$318,573
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$765,648
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,062,967
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,113,300

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.0.08
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.Roll Tar & Gravel
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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.

E
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)A+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Willard Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 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

26 Crystal Way 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 76% of homes in Berkeley Hills
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Alameda County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Berkeley Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Older than 80% of homes in Alameda County

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
$940K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 26% 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$1,308,089
CheaperTypical $1,508,750Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$837
CheaperTypical $803Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,930 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size3,600 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 26 Crystal Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkeley HillsBerkeley 94708Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,308,08924% of homes26% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$83757% of homes58% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²24% of homes27% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,600 ft²5% of homes3% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192938% of homes22% of homes20% of homes

About 26 Crystal Way

How much is 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA is $1,308,089 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,219,901 to $1,396,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA last sell?

26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA last sold on Mar 30, 2018 for $915,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA?

26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA built?

26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA?

26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM) (elementary), rated A+; Berkeley High School (high), rated A; Willard Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94708?

Among the 4,608 homes in Berkeley 94708, it is worth more than 26% of them ($1,308,089 against a typical $1,508,750), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($837 against a typical $803), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 1,930 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (3,600 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1929 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 66% 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 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26 Crystal Way, Berkeley, CA was $16,879. The county assessed it at $1,084,221.

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