1219 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,252
Sq Ft
4,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Rosa Parks Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- 2-minute walk to Strawberry Creek Park
About This Home
As of August 2024Nestled between vibrant San Pablo Ave amenities and the tranquility of Strawberry Creek Park, this Poet’s Corner gem is hitting the market for the first time in 30 years. Lucky you! This single-level sunny 2BR+/1.5BA Craftsman exudes charm and offers a balance of ready-to-go and ready-for-your-upgrades. An enclosed porch opens into a spacious bonus room that flows to the living room, complete with ample windows and a fireplace with built-in shelving. The home boasts refinished hardwood floors and a freshly painted interior. A formal dining room, kitchen, and two bedrooms and bathroom complete the picture, with access to a deck and side-yard off the primary bedroom. Step down from the kitchen into a modified garage with washer/dryer, half bath and backyard access; it offers ADU potential. The level, fenced yard provides plenty of space for recreation, gardening, or off-street parking. This tree-lined location, with a 92 Walk Score and 100 Bike Score, is close to shops, restaurants, park, school, N. Berkeley BART, Transbay bus stop, and freeway access. This is Easy Street!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Winkler Real Estate Group License #01886087 Listed on: 07/10/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,503
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Corner Lot
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Laminate Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Converted Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Poets Corner Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5619866
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2024
Closed on
Aug 5, 2024
Sold by
Betsy Livak 2023 Living Trust and Hale Eric Michael
Bought by
Wolkenfeld Ezra and Wolkenfeld Meira
Seller's Agent
Kira Halpern
Winkler Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Yasmine Austere
The Agency
List Price
$889,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$261,000
29.36%
Total Days on Market
13
Views
22
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
$29,025
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.01%
Original Mortgage
$862,500
Outstanding Balance
$856,671
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$322,354
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2023
Sold by
Livak Betsy
Bought by
Betsy Livak 2023 Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 1994
Sold by
Dahl Michael
Bought by
Livak Betsy
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
8.91%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,150,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $62,500 | Fidelity National Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $862,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $120,900 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $124,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | Sold | $1,150,000 | +29.4% | $919 / Sq Ft |
| 07/23/2024 07/23/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/10/2024 07/10/24 | For Sale | $889,000 | -- | $710 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $15,503 | $1,045,500 | $316,200 | $729,300 |
| 2023 | $5,687 | $241,124 | $74,100 | $174,024 |
| 2022 | $5,492 | $236,260 | $72,648 | $170,612 |
| 2021 | $5,479 | $231,490 | $71,223 | $167,267 |
| 2020 | $5,148 | $236,045 | $70,493 | $165,552 |
| 2019 | $4,892 | $231,417 | $69,111 | $162,306 |
| 2018 | $4,779 | $226,880 | $67,756 | $159,124 |
| 2017 | $4,584 | $222,433 | $66,428 | $156,005 |
| 2016 | $4,381 | $218,073 | $65,126 | $152,947 |
| 2015 | $4,307 | $214,797 | $64,148 | $150,649 |
| 2014 | $4,246 | $210,590 | $62,891 | $147,699 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kira Halpern
Seller's Agent in 2024
Kira Halpern
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 375-0822
3 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Yasmine Austere
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Yasmine Austere
The Agency
(925) 998-9747
1 in this area
64 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41065910
APN: 056-1986-006-00
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