NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1036 Colusa Ave Berkeley, CA 94707

Northbrae Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,673,000 - $1,887,720

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,350 Sq Ft
$1,315/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2023

Last sale price $1,912,500 $1,417 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,085/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room
  • No HOA
  • Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • Stone Countertops
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of May 2023

Welcome to your charming and well-maintained home in the desirable Northbrae neighborhood of Berkeley! This lovely house offers two bedrooms plus a bonus room, providing ample space for a home office or guests. With one and a half bathrooms, you’ll have all the convenience you need. The beautiful hardwood floors throughout the house add warmth and character, while the refreshed kitchen and baths provide modern convenience and style. The detached garage has been thoughtfully converted, offering flexibility to suit your needs.* The large level yard is perfect for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in the sunshine. You’ll love spending time on the deck and under the shade of the beautiful oak tree. Perfectly situated in Northbrae, you’ll love being a short distance from Solano Avenue which offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and cafés. Enjoy a morning coffee at Peet’s, get your groceries, and grab a slice of pizza at Zachary’s! Or, you might choose to head south to Monterey/Hopkins shopping district for fresh fruits and veggies from The Monterey Market, and a slice from Gioia Pizza! This home is truly a gem in a sought-after location, the perfect combination of modern updates and classic charm. Move in and enjoy all this wonderful property has to offer!

Last Listed By

Devin Ratoosh

Red Oak Realty License #01820096 Listed on: 04/26/2023

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,896

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 5,535 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Converted Garage

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6126168

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,896

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 03
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Marin to Colusa
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Formal Dining Room, Storage, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Range/Oven Free Standing

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Wood
  • Lot Features: Level, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
  • Foundation Details: Earthquake Braced
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Heat Pump, Fireplace(s)
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Washer, In Kitchen
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5535
  • Parcel Number: 6126168
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2023
Closed on
May 16, 2023
Sold by
Craig Laura
Bought by
Walker Margaret Valentine
Seller's Agent
Devin Ratoosh
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cherie Carson
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,912,500
Premium/Discount to List
$717,500
60.04%
Total Days on Market
8
Views
28
Current Estimated Value
$1,775,680

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$136,820
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.99%
Original Mortgage
$1,440,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,406,141
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$432,924

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 12, 2019
Sold by
Craig Janet E and Craig Family Trust
Bought by
Craig Audrey and Craig Laura

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Walker Margaret Valentine $1,912,500 Chicago Title
Craig Audrey -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Walker Margaret Valentine $1,440,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,912,500 -- --
05/22/2023 05/22/23 Sold $1,912,500 +60.0% $1,417 / Sq Ft
05/04/2023 05/04/23 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2023 04/26/23 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $885 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $26,896 $1,943,750 $585,225 $1,365,525
2023 $12,838 $786,589 $250,950 $535,639
2022 $6,923 $309,844 $124,413 $192,431
2021 $6,908 $303,631 $121,973 $188,658
2020 $6,482 $307,447 $120,723 $186,724
2019 $6,154 $301,419 $118,356 $183,063
2018 $6,013 $295,510 $116,036 $179,474
2017 $5,779 $289,716 $113,761 $175,955
2016 $5,525 $284,036 $111,530 $172,506
2015 $5,432 $279,770 $109,855 $169,915
2014 $5,309 $274,291 $107,704 $166,587
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Devin Ratoosh

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Devin Ratoosh

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 919-5499

    5 in this area

    176 Total Sales

    Devin Ratoosh
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  • David A. Ratoosh

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    David A. Ratoosh

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 527-5500

    4 in this area

    101 Total Sales

    David A. Ratoosh
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  • Cherie Carson

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Cherie Carson

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 388-2489

    2 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Cherie Carson
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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41025338

bridgeMLS

APN: 061-2616-008-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Northbrae

1036 Colusa Ave, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 1036 Colusa Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707 since 26 April 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,775,680, approximately $1,315 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 1036 Colusa Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Thousand Oaks Elementary School, Ruth Acty Elementary, and Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School.

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