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Seller's Agent in 2025
Ray Sharma
Bay Realty
1252 Russell St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
952
Sq Ft
3,105
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Spanish Architecture
- 3-minute walk to San Pablo Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Charming Spanish-Inspired California Bungalow! This light-filled, beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends timeless character with modern touches. Enjoy a tastefully renovated kitchen and bathroom, hardwood floors, and a spacious backyard complete with a new deck, potential veggie garden area, and low-maintenance landscaping—perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The detached one-car garage, complete with elegant French doors and a convenient side access door, offers incredible versatility. Whether you're envisioning a private home office, a personal gym, an art studio, or even a cozy guest retreat, this flexible space is ready to suit your lifestyle needs. With a Walk Score of 87, Bike Score of 91, you're just steps from local park, shops, restaurants, and convenient commuter options. Move-in ready and full of warmth—don’t miss this inviting bungalow!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Ray Sharma
Bay Realty License #01255064 Listed on: 05/29/2025
Co-Listed By
Michael Price-brown
Security Pacific Real Estate License #01300135
Last Buyer's Agent
Diana Yonkouski
BAY AREA PROPERTIES License #01034286
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 3,105 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Low Maintenance Yard
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Converted Garage
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 952 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Southwest Berkeley Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Bahlman Revocable Family Trust and Bahlman Ronald B
Bought by
Shank Reuben and Jewett Lauren Beth
Seller's Agent
Ray Sharma
Bay Realty
Buyer's Agent
Diana Yonkouski
BAY AREA PROPERTIES
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$25,000
-2.56%
Views
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
$12,858
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.33%
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Outstanding Balance
$648,908
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$313,950
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 4, 2015
Sold by
Bahlman Ronald and Bahlman Rita
Bought by
Bahlman Revocable Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2015
Sold by
Stonecrest Acquisitions Llc
Bought by
Bahlman Ronald and Bahlman Rita
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2015
Sold by
Lowe Alice
Bought by
Stonecrest Acquisitions Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $950,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $678,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $475,000 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $650,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $370,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2025 07/09/25 | Sold | $950,000 | 0.0% | $998 / Sq Ft |
| 06/18/2025 06/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | Price Changed | $949,888 | -2.6% | $998 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | For Sale | $975,000 | -- | $1,024 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,989 | $802,595 | $240,778 | $561,817 |
| 2024 | $11,989 | $786,858 | $236,057 | $550,801 |
| 2023 | $11,693 | $771,434 | $231,430 | $540,004 |
| 2022 | $11,449 | $756,308 | $226,892 | $529,416 |
| 2021 | $11,490 | $741,480 | $222,444 | $519,036 |
| 2020 | $10,977 | $733,880 | $220,164 | $513,716 |
| 2019 | $10,647 | $719,493 | $215,848 | $503,645 |
| 2018 | $10,474 | $705,390 | $211,617 | $493,773 |
| 2017 | $10,111 | $691,560 | $207,468 | $484,092 |
| 2016 | $9,845 | $678,000 | $203,400 | $474,600 |
| 2015 | $1,895 | $35,292 | $18,972 | $16,320 |
| 2014 | $1,847 | $34,600 | $18,600 | $16,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Michael Price-brown
Security Pacific Real Estate
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Diana Yonkouski
BAY AREA PROPERTIES
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41099249
APN: 053-1629-037-00
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