1254 Virginia St Berkeley, CA 94702
Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,690
Sq Ft
4,487
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Custom Home
- Private Lot
- Great Room
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 4-minute walk to Cedar Rose Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Welcome to this beautifully updated Craftsman-style home with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, tucked into one of Berkeley's most desirable neighborhoods. Step inside to an open, light-filled layout.The stunning kitchen is the heart of the home,thoughtfully designed with quartz countertops, shaker-style cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and dramatic backsplash - making it both functional and beautiful for daily living or entertaining. Two spacious bedrooms sit just off the main hallway, while the private primary suite is located at the back of the home, offering a peaceful retreat with its own full bath. Step outside to your own park-like backyard, complete with mature trees, vibrant landscaping, and flower beds ready for your green thumbperfect for relaxing, gardening, or hosting friends. Located just blocks from BART, Whole Foods, Philz Coffee, and Monterey Market, this home boasts a Walk Score of 94everything you need is close by. This move-in ready North Berkeley gem combines classic charm with modern comfort. Come see it today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Realty ONE Group Zoom License #01414534 Listed on: 05/29/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Marianne Scott
THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #01924674
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,213
Year Built
- Built in 1924 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 4,487 Sq Ft Lot
- North Facing Home
- Private Lot
- Property is zoned r1
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Concrete Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,690 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Brick Fireplace
- Great Room
- Open Floorplan
- Dining Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom located in the basement
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- Central Heating
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Net Lease
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 058-2133-004-01
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 18, 2025
Sold by
Everbloom Investments Llc
Bought by
Keeley Teresa Jean
Seller's Agent
Diego Herra
Realty ONE Group Zoom
Buyer's Agent
Marianne Scott
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$905,000
75.73%
Views
30
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-74.87%
Original Mortgage
$807,000
Outstanding Balance
$806,307
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$809,005
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 21, 2024
Closed on
Sep 6, 2024
Sold by
Bank Of New York and Cwmbs Inc
Bought by
Everbloom Investments Llc
Seller's Agent
Anh Pham
SkyGroup Realty Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Non Member Sales
Non Multiple Participant
List Price
$1,410,000
Sold Price
$1,174,950
Premium/Discount to List
-$235,050
-16.67%
Views
228
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
119.18%
Original Mortgage
$1,188,300
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 17, 2024
Sold by
Zieve Brodnax & Steele Llp
Bought by
Bank Of Ny Mellon and Cwmbs Inc Chl Mtg Pass Through
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 2009
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Anna Jorgensen Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2007
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Anna Jorgensen Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2007
Sold by
Jorgensen Anna
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Anne Jorgensen Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$590,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2007
Sold by
Jorgensen Anna
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Anna Jorgensen Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$590,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2006
Sold by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 2006
Sold by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 9, 2005
Sold by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna and Merritt Bruce G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$355,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2004
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2003
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna
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
5.73%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 10, 2002
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Jorgensen Anna
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2000
Sold by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
Bought by
Merritt Bruce G and Merritt Valerie J
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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 | $2,100,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,175,000 | Servicelink | |
| Grant Deed | $1,175,000 | Servicelink | |
| Trustee Deed | $1,008,649 | None Listed On Document | |
| Individual Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Individual Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Individual Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Individual Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Individual Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $807,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,188,300 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $590,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $355,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Sold | $2,100,000 | +75.7% | $1,243 / Sq Ft |
| 06/04/2025 06/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/29/2025 05/29/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | +1.7% | $707 / Sq Ft |
| 09/24/2024 09/24/24 | Sold | $1,174,950 | -2.1% | $695 / Sq Ft |
| 09/03/2024 09/03/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/01/2024 08/01/24 | Price Changed | $1,200,000 | -2.0% | $710 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2024 06/24/24 | Price Changed | $1,225,000 | -3.9% | $725 / Sq Ft |
| 05/30/2024 05/30/24 | Price Changed | $1,275,000 | -3.0% | $754 / Sq Ft |
| 05/05/2024 05/05/24 | Price Changed | $1,315,000 | -4.7% | $778 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2024 03/20/24 | Price Changed | $1,380,000 | -2.1% | $817 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2024 02/21/24 | For Sale | $1,410,000 | -- | $834 / Sq Ft |
Source: MetroList
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 | $10,213 | $1,174,900 | $352,400 | $822,500 |
| 2024 | $10,213 | $580,561 | $151,039 | $436,522 |
| 2023 | $9,988 | $569,043 | $148,078 | $427,965 |
| 2022 | $9,782 | $557,749 | $145,175 | $419,574 |
| 2021 | $9,786 | $546,678 | $142,329 | $411,349 |
| 2020 | $9,193 | $548,003 | $140,870 | $407,133 |
| 2019 | $8,758 | $537,261 | $138,109 | $399,152 |
| 2018 | $8,595 | $526,728 | $135,401 | $391,327 |
| 2017 | $8,281 | $516,402 | $132,747 | $383,655 |
| 2016 | $7,965 | $506,278 | $130,144 | $376,134 |
| 2015 | $7,852 | $498,676 | $128,190 | $370,486 |
| 2014 | $7,778 | $488,911 | $125,680 | $363,231 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Diego Herra
Seller's Agent in 2025
Diego Herra
Realty ONE Group Zoom
(209) 451-5454
1 in this area
194 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Marianne Scott
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
-
Anh Pham
Seller's Agent in 2024
Anh Pham
SkyGroup Realty Inc.
(650) 380-6364
1 in this area
75 Total Sales
-
N
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Non Member Sales
Non Multiple Participant
Map
Source: MetroList
MLS Number: 225069320
APN: 058-2133-004-01
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