Berkeley 94709 Homes for Sale
Zip code 94709 covers Northside Berkeley, the area immediately north of the UC Berkeley campus. Sometimes called simply “Northside” in contrast to the Southside zip (94704) across campus, this is one of Berkeley’s most walkable and transit-connected residential areas. The Downtown Berkeley BART station is within walking distance, retail lines Shattuck and Euclid avenues, and the housing mix includes both condominiums and traditional Berkeley homes.
Zip Code 94709 Berkeley Real Estate
About Berkeley Zip Code 94709
Northside has historically attracted UC Berkeley faculty, graduate students, and campus-affiliated residents due to its walking proximity to academic buildings and research facilities. The zip retains a more residential character than Southside despite similar campus proximity — the streets north of Hearst Avenue are quieter than Telegraph and Downtown, while still being highly walkable.
Shattuck and Euclid Avenues
Shattuck Avenue runs north-south through the 94709 zip and is the primary commercial corridor, with restaurants, cafes, bookstores, and shops. Euclid Avenue provides a secondary retail strip closer to campus. Both streets have regular AC Transit service and connect residents to the broader Berkeley retail network without requiring a car.
Housing in 94709
The Northside zip has a mix of condominiums, multi-unit buildings, and traditional Berkeley single-family homes. The condo inventory is stronger than in the western or northern zip codes, reflecting campus proximity and residential density. Single-family homes on the residential streets north of Hearst include Craftsman bungalows and period homes from the early twentieth century on quieter blocks.
Transit and Walkability
Downtown Berkeley BART station is within walking distance of most of the 94709 zip, making this one of the best-connected zip codes in the city for car-free living. The combination of BART access, campus proximity, and walkable retail on Shattuck gives Northside one of Berkeley’s highest Walk Scores.
Frequently Asked Questions: Berkeley 94709
What neighborhoods are in Berkeley zip code 94709?
Northside Berkeley, immediately north of the UC campus. Bounded roughly by Hearst Avenue to the south and the lower hills to the north. Includes retail on Shattuck and Euclid and residential streets with classic Berkeley homes and condos.
What is the price range for homes in Berkeley 94709?
Condominiums range from the $400,000s to $900,000s. Single-family homes run from around $1 million to $1.8 million or above on larger lots. The range of condo and single-family inventory gives buyers multiple entry points into the Northside market.
Is Berkeley 94709 close to BART?
Downtown Berkeley BART is within walking distance of most of the zip, making this one of Berkeley’s most transit-connected neighborhoods. AC Transit on Shattuck and Hearst provides additional coverage throughout the area.
Why is Berkeley 94709 called Northside?
Northside refers to the area north of the UC Berkeley campus, as distinct from Southside (94704) to the south. The Northside has historically attracted faculty and graduate students due to its campus proximity, and retains a somewhat quieter residential character than Southside despite similar BART access.
What types of homes are in Berkeley 94709?
A mix of condominiums, multi-unit buildings, and traditional single-family Berkeley homes. Stronger condo inventory than the western or northern zips. Single-family homes on the quieter residential streets include Craftsman bungalows and early-twentieth-century period homes.
How does 94709 compare to other Berkeley zip codes?
Northside is campus-adjacent and BART-walkable with a strong condo market and good single-family inventory. More residential than Southside (94704) but similar in transit access. Buyers who want BART walkability and campus proximity without Telegraph Avenue density often choose 94709 over 94704.
Work With a Local Berkeley Real Estate Expert
Northside’s condo buildings and residential streets each have their own character and pricing dynamics. Bruce Wagg works throughout Berkeley and can help you find the right fit in 94709 and across all seven Berkeley zip codes. Learn more about Bruce Wagg.
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