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listing_id: EB41120400
status: Closed
price: 1300000
beds: 5
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1710
sqft_lot: 6680
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1910
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1139 Cornell Ave"
city: Albany
state: CA
zip: 94706
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.8831691
lng: -122.2936457
days_on_market: 99
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Zhe Wang Birchett"
list_office: "Compass"
list_agent_phone: "(415) 994-1398"
list_agent_license: 02149500
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-02-12
transaction_type: recentlySold
---

Home | Alameda County | Albany | 94706 | 1139 Cornell Ave

1139 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706

MLS: EB41120400 | Status: Sold | Price: $1,300,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 2 1,710 6,680 1910

Remarks

First time on the market in over 60 years, this property presents a rare opportunity with huge upside potential. Filled with original vintage charm, this property offers generous living spaces and endless possibilities to customize, expand, or reimagine. In addition to the main residence, the property features a separate cottage—ideal for extended family, rental income, a home office, or creative studio. A two-car garage plus an extra detached storage shed provide abundant space for parking, storage, or future projects. A charming creek runs alongside the property, creating a peaceful natural setting perfect for family fun, relaxing summer days, and outdoor enjoyment. This is a truly special property with character, space, and exceptional potential. Bring your imagination and transform this timeless home into something extraordinary.

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # EB41120400
MLS Source Bridge MLS

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Appliances Oven Range - Gas, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Other
Fireplace Brick
Flooring Hardwood
Cooling None

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Bungalow

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Garage, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Water Public

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Zhe Wang Birchett Leslie Easterday
Compass Compass
License #: 02149500 License #: 00833300
Phone: (415) 994-1398 Phone: (510) 334-9281

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Marin Elementary School public K-5 0.45 mi 8
Cornell Elementary School public K-5 0.46 mi 9
Ocean View Elementary School public K-5 0.49 mi 9
Ruth Acty Elementary public K-5 0.57 mi 9
Berkeley Adult public UG 0.70 mi N/A
Martin Luther King Middle School public 6-8 0.88 mi 9
MacGregor High (Continuation) School public 10-12 0.91 mi N/A
Albany High School public 9-12 0.91 mi 10
Thousand Oaks Elementary School public K-5 0.95 mi 9
Oxford Elementary School public K-5 1.01 mi 9
Albany Middle School public 6-8 1.03 mi 10
Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School public K-5 1.23 mi 9
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School public K-5 1.31 mi 10
Harding Elementary School public K-6 1.36 mi 6
Berkeley Special Education Preschool public UG 1.47 mi N/A
El Cerrito Senior High School public 9-12 1.51 mi 7
Washington Elementary School public K-5 1.59 mi 10
Cragmont Elementary School public K-5 1.63 mi 9
Berkeley High School public 9-12 1.64 mi 9
Fairmont Elementary School public K-6 1.83 mi 6

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of February 12, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Zhe Wang Birchett, (415) 994-1398.