Seller's Agent in 2021
Varnell Owens
BETTER HOMES REALTY/MCARTHR
(510) 336-9200
3 in this area
57 Total Sales
1221 Ward St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,126,000 - $1,299,431
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,199
Sq Ft
$1,013/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Bungalow
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 5-minute walk to San Pablo Park
About This Home
As of July 2021Wow! 1221 Ward is an ideally located, spacious charm that offers plentiful possibility. In Southwest Berkeley, this highly sought after amicable abode lies across from beloved San Pablo Park!!! Toting 1,100+ sqft, 2 sizable bedrooms, and 1 capacious bathroom. Bright and open, the living room holds a fine brick fireplace creating space for comfort. The dining room, used as a second living room by the sellers, is formal yet versatile. While shiny hardwood floors, classic tray ceilings, and decorative wood trim fill the environment with original character, convenience is served in the kitchen which is complete with laundry and eat-in space! Equipped for your recreation and relaxation, the backyard features a cool, covered patio. And, if things weren’t good enough, you’ll even find a fruit tree bearing plums in the backyard, yum! This is the place! Grace this charm and be delighted by its’ magic!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BETTER HOMES REALTY/MCARTHR License #00631087 Listed on: 06/09/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,509
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 3,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Gravity Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- San Pablo Park Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 9, 2021
Closed on
Jul 12, 2021
Sold by
Alberty Johnnie M
Bought by
Finley Gregory and Farmer Stephanie
Seller's Agent
Varnell Owens
BETTER HOMES REALTY/MCARTHR
Buyer's Agent
Anna Frankel
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$201,000
22.36%
Total Days on Market
8
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
$114,358
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.56%
Original Mortgage
$822,375
Outstanding Balance
$754,218
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$460,140
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finley Gregory | $1,100,000 | North American Title Co Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Finley Gregory | $822,375 | |
| Closed | Finley Gregory | $167,515 | |
| Previous Owner | Alberty Johnnie M | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alberty James W | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,100,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/16/2021 07/16/21 | Sold | $1,100,000 | +22.4% | $917 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2021 06/17/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/09/2021 06/09/21 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $750 / 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 | $17,509 | $1,144,440 | $343,332 | $801,108 |
| 2023 | $17,110 | $1,122,000 | $336,600 | $785,400 |
| 2022 | $16,995 | $1,100,000 | $330,000 | $770,000 |
| 2021 | $5,482 | $155,692 | $116,235 | $46,457 |
| 2020 | $5,155 | $161,025 | $115,044 | $45,981 |
| 2019 | $4,861 | $157,867 | $112,788 | $45,079 |
| 2018 | $4,725 | $154,773 | $110,577 | $44,196 |
| 2017 | $4,531 | $151,738 | $108,409 | $43,329 |
| 2016 | $4,289 | $148,764 | $106,284 | $42,480 |
| 2015 | $4,203 | $146,530 | $104,688 | $41,842 |
| 2014 | $4,118 | $143,660 | $102,638 | $41,022 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Varnell Owens
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Anna Frankel
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Anna Frankel
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 710-0252
5 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40953437
APN: 054-1740-019-00
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