NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,512,000 - $1,776,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,902 Sq Ft
$855/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 11, 2024

Last sale price $1,700,000 $894 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,458/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Oxford Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Balcony

About This Home

As of April 2024

Welcome to 1208 Blake Street, a meticulously remodeled 4 Bed, 2 Bath craftsman in West Berkeley. Ideal open floorpan for multi-use purpose use this home boasts upgrades, including a new electrical panel, wiring, copper piping, and energy-efficient windows. Enhanced efficiency with a tankless water heater and central furnace controlled by a smart Nest thermostat. Inside, discover all-new wood flooring and LED lighting, creating a warm ambiance. The kitchen features fresh cabinets, appliances, and a stylish backsplash. Luxuriate in the hallway bathroom's double-sink vanity and contemporary tile details. The primary bathroom is a serene retreat with water-conserving fixtures and an LED mirror. Fresh paint adorns the exterior. Situated in West Berkeley, residents enjoy proximity to cultural hotspots, diverse dining, and parks. Don't miss the chance to make 1208 Blake Street your home, where modern luxury meets the vibrant energy of West Berkeley. Envision a life of style, comfort, and exploration in this exceptional residence.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Pak

EQ1 License #01877208 Listed on: 02/29/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Mihaela Mattes

CENTURY 21 Masters License #01234171

CENTURY 21 Masters

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,188

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 5,319 Sq Ft Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,902 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Separate Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Tankless Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 054-1789-017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,188

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Craftsman
  • Age: 101
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1902
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Zoning Description: SFR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Living Room
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Hood Over Range, Oven Range - Electric, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1902
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Suite / Retreat, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (220V), Inside
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Tile

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab, Pillars / Posts / Piers
  • Roof: Fiberglass, Shingle
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Balcony / Patio, Sprinklers - Auto

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Uncovered Parking

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Berkeley Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 054-1789-017
  • Lot Acres: 0.1221
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5320.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5320.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Double Pane Windows, Tankless Water Heater

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 29, 2024
Closed on
Mar 22, 2024
Sold by
Borazon Solutions Llc
Bought by
Mattes Laura Iris and Barrientos Ivan Dario
Seller's Agent
Andrew Pak
EQ1
Buyer's Agent
Mihaela Mattes
CENTURY 21 Masters
List Price
$1,598,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$102,000
6.38%
Total Days on Market
16
Views
83
Current Estimated Value
$1,626,609

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$73,391
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.55%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$985,601
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$641,008

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2023
Sold by
Revocable Living Trust
Bought by
Borazon Solutions Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2021
Sold by
Brown Norma Jo
Bought by
Norma Jo Brown Revocable Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2021
Sold by
Brown Norma Jo
Bought by
Brown Norma Jo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$5,400,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mattes Laura Iris $1,700,000 Chicago Title
Borazon Solutions Llc $1,050,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Norma Jo Brown Revocable Living Trust -- None Available
Brown Norma Jo -- Orange Coast Ttl Co Of Nocal
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mattes Laura Iris $1,000,000
Previous Owner Borazon Solutions Llc $840,000
Previous Owner Brown Norma Jo $5,400,000
Previous Owner Brown Norma Jo $500,000
Previous Owner Brown Norma Jo $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2024 04/11/24 Sold $1,700,000 +6.4% $894 / Sq Ft
03/17/2024 03/17/24 Pending -- -- --
02/29/2024 02/29/24 For Sale $1,598,000 +52.2% $840 / Sq Ft
06/27/2023 06/27/23 Sold $1,050,000 0.0% $552 / Sq Ft
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Off Market $1,050,000 -- --
04/16/2023 04/16/23 Off Market $1,050,000 -- --
03/11/2023 03/11/23 Off Market $1,050,000 -- --
02/25/2023 02/25/23 Pending -- -- --
12/19/2022 12/19/22 Price Changed $1,225,000 -2.8% $644 / Sq Ft
12/09/2022 12/09/22 Price Changed $1,260,000 -3.0% $662 / Sq Ft
11/11/2022 11/11/22 Price Changed $1,299,000 -5.5% $683 / Sq Ft
09/30/2022 09/30/22 For Sale $1,375,000 -- $723 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $17,188 $1,071,000 $321,300 $749,700
2023 $5,621 $1,064,000 $321,300 $749,700
2022 $5,384 $133,738 $56,295 $84,443
2021 $5,345 $130,978 $55,191 $82,787
2020 $4,916 $136,565 $54,626 $81,939
2019 $4,556 $133,887 $53,555 $80,332
2018 $4,423 $131,262 $52,505 $78,757
2017 $4,237 $128,688 $51,475 $77,213
2016 $3,971 $126,165 $50,466 $75,699
2015 $3,889 $124,271 $49,708 $74,563
2014 $3,753 $121,837 $48,735 $73,102
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81955884

MLSListings

APN: 054-1789-017-00