Seller's Agent in 2025
Gohn Marie McFadden
Compass
(510) 701-5003
18 Total Sales
1226 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
1,850
Sq Ft
3,040
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wall Furnace
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- 3-minute walk to San Pablo Park
About This Home
As of April 2022Wonderful triplex in highly desirable South Berkeley neighborhood. One block from the ever-evolving San Pablo Park. Close to public transportation, freeways, Berkeley Bowl etc. Upper unit has 3 bedrooms 1 bath, with FP in living room and oak floors, rental income: 2850.71/month. Street level 2 units - one is an updated studio unit with dual pane windows the other is a 1 bed 1 bath unit with a living room, rental income: 1597.4/month. All units have own washer and dryer. Nicely sized, shared outdoor patio area with storage sheds, rental income: 1735.7/month. Off street parking. 3 years new roof, well maintained. Owner fixed the leaking shown on inspection report and replaced new tankless water heater. All units are tenant occupied. All stable, good tenants. Please do not disturb without an appointment with listing agent.
Co-Listed By
Lei Wu
BQ Realty License #02075546
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,991
Year Built
- 1918
Home Design
- Triplex
- Slab Foundation
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,850 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Covered Parking
- On-Street Parking
Additional Features
- 3,040 Sq Ft Lot
- Wall Furnace
Listing and Financial Details
- Total Actual Rent $73,000
Community Details
Overview
Building Details
- 3 Leased Units
- Maintenance Expense $4,000
- Operating Expense $4,000
- Gross Income $73,000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 11, 2019
Sold by
Xu Yu and Hu Lehong
Bought by
Hu Lehong
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 2018
Sold by
Xu Yu
Bought by
Hu Lehong
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2017
Sold by
Brother & West Llc
Bought by
Xu Yu and Hu Lehong
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$705,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2011
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Brother & West Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
4.83%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2010
Sold by
Pak Tae Chun
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2006
Sold by
Pak Hyun J
Bought by
Pak Tae Chun
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$595,000
Interest Rate
8.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2005
Sold by
Pak Hyun J
Bought by
Pak Tae Chun
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$584,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2003
Sold by
Forman Michael L
Bought by
Forman Michael L and Forman Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2003
Sold by
Forman Michael L and Forman Trust
Bought by
Forman Michael L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 1998
Sold by
Forman Michael L
Bought by
Forman Michael L and Forman Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1996
Sold by
Mathis James Toney Estate and John
Bought by
Forman Michael L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 1996
Sold by
Mathis Nadine and Mathis Dent Nadine
Bought by
Mathis James Tony and Mathis John
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$122,000
Interest Rate
7.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 1994
Sold by
Mathis James T
Bought by
Mathis John and Sanders Bob
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $940,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $321,000 | Landsafe Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $344,700 | Landsafe Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Placer Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $730,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $152,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | $76,500 | -- | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $687,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $705,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $192,600 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $595,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $584,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $146,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $122,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Sale | $1,299,000 | +10.3% | $622 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | Sold | $1,178,000 | +0.7% | $637 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2022 04/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/26/2022 03/26/22 | Price Changed | $1,170,000 | -4.9% | $632 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2022 03/26/22 | For Sale | $1,229,990 | +4.4% | $665 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2022 03/11/22 | Off Market | $1,178,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/25/2022 02/25/22 | For Sale | $1,229,990 | -- | $665 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,991 | $1,250,093 | $375,028 | $875,065 |
| 2024 | $17,991 | $1,225,590 | $367,677 | $857,913 |
| 2023 | $17,632 | $1,201,560 | $360,468 | $841,092 |
| 2022 | $15,277 | $1,007,857 | $455,680 | $552,177 |
| 2021 | $15,320 | $988,099 | $446,747 | $541,352 |
| 2020 | $14,544 | $977,976 | $442,170 | $535,806 |
| 2019 | $14,020 | $958,800 | $433,500 | $525,300 |
| 2018 | $13,797 | $940,000 | $425,000 | $515,000 |
| 2017 | $6,437 | $354,348 | $106,304 | $248,044 |
| 2016 | $6,163 | $347,401 | $104,220 | $243,181 |
| 2015 | $6,073 | $342,185 | $102,655 | $239,530 |
| 2014 | $6,184 | $335,483 | $100,645 | $234,838 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Gohn Marie McFadden
-
Xu Ding
Seller's Agent in 2022
Xu Ding
BQ Realty
(716) 308-3406
2 in this area
6 Total Sales
-
L
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Lei Wu
BQ Realty
-
Lili Falsken
L
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Lili Falsken
BCRE
(510) 222-0900
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81879795
APN: 053-1629-030-00
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