Eileen Townsend
Compass
(628) 250-3928
72 Total Sales
7 in West Berkeley
$839K - $2.1M Price Range
1123 Cowper St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,496,092
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,090
Sq Ft
$1,194/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Media Room
- Updated Kitchen
- Secluded Lot
- Rosa Parks Elementary School Rated A
- Craftsman Architecture
- 4-minute walk to George Florence Mini Park
About This Home
As of October 2021Searching for a stylish Craftsman-style bungalow in a desirable Berkeley location? Discover this extensively updated residence in the heart of Poets Corner. Expect impeccable touches throughout the 2,090 sq ft open layout. Expansive windows bathe the interior in an abundance of natural light to accentuate a blend of wood flooring cascading throughout. Cove ceilings rise above the living room, where the wood-burning fireplace is complemented by built-ins & stained-glass windows. Two of the three sunlit private retreats are suites, & stylish tile work is displayed in all three full baths. The large deck is the ideal setting for outdoor entertaining. Ideally located, this must-have residence is mere moments from the North Berkeley BART and Berkeley’s Fourth Street Shopping District for dining, shopping, and nightlife. An upgraded living awaits, so come for a tour before someone else does! ••• •••
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1918
Lot Details
- 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Secluded Lot
- Premium Lot
- Corner Lot
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Ceiling Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room
- Media Room
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Poets Corner Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 561982101
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 8, 2021
Closed on
Oct 7, 2021
Sold by
Lawton Kirby G and Lawton Kirby G
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Heidi Abramson
Buyer's Agent
LINDA YU
Compass
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,005,000
72.04%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,092
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.80%
Original Mortgage
$1,800,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,605,394
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$890,698
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2018
Sold by
Lawton Kirby G
Bought by
Livin Lawton Kirby G and Livin Kirby G Lawton Revocable
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 12, 2013
Sold by
Dunbar Stella Antoinette
Bought by
Lawton Kirby G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$568,000
Interest Rate
4.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 15, 2002
Sold by
Abernathy Tracey
Bought by
Dunbar Stella Antoinette
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$332,500
Interest Rate
6.99%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 1997
Sold by
Lawson John D
Bought by
Abernathy Tracey
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 1994
Sold by
Taylor Landon R
Bought by
Lawson John D
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 1994
Sold by
Prinvale John O and Prinvale Mary Jean
Bought by
Taylor Landon R and Lawson John D
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,400,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| Livin Lawton Kirby G | -- | None Available | |
| Lawton Kirby G | $710,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Dunbar Stella Antoinette | $161,500 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Abernathy Tracey | $240,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Abernathy Tracey | -- | -- | |
| Lawson John D | -- | -- | |
| Taylor Landon R | -- | North American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,800,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Lawton Kirby G | $492,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawton Kirby G | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawton Kirby G | $557,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawton Kirby G | $568,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dunbar Stella Antoinette | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dunbar Stella Antoinette | $10,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dunbar Stella Antoinette | $90,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Dunbar Stella Antoinette | $332,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Abernathy Tracey | $35,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,400,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | Sold | $2,400,000 | +72.0% | $1,148 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2021 09/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/08/2021 09/08/21 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $667 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $36,706 | $2,597,807 | $779,342 | $1,818,465 |
| 2025 | $34,209 | $2,546,880 | $764,064 | $1,782,816 |
| 2024 | $34,209 | $2,496,960 | $749,088 | $1,747,872 |
| 2023 | $33,553 | $2,448,000 | $734,400 | $1,713,600 |
| 2022 | $33,068 | $2,400,000 | $720,000 | $1,680,000 |
| 2021 | $14,000 | $815,610 | $241,218 | $581,392 |
| 2020 | $13,179 | $814,177 | $238,745 | $575,432 |
| 2019 | $12,586 | $798,218 | $234,065 | $564,153 |
| 2018 | $12,142 | $764,924 | $229,477 | $535,447 |
| 2017 | $11,717 | $749,930 | $224,979 | $524,951 |
| 2016 | $11,292 | $735,225 | $220,567 | $514,658 |
| 2015 | $11,132 | $724,185 | $217,255 | $506,930 |
| 2014 | $10,984 | $710,000 | $213,000 | $497,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Heidi Abramson
Seller's Agent in 2021
Heidi Abramson
(510) 757-7671
6 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
LINDA YU
Buyer's Agent in 2021
LINDA YU
Compass
(310) 993-2288
3 in this area
66 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40966201
APN: 056-1982-010-01
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