NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1259 Cornell Ave Albany, CA 94706

Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,801,000 - $2,266,000

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,030 Sq Ft
$1,033/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 22, 2022

Last sale price $2,175,000 $1,071 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,995/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cooling Available

About This Home

As of September 2022

This gorgeous 3bd/2.5ba home features a modern, open floorplan, terrific layout with three bedrooms upstairs together, and fabulous location close to all you need! Easy flow to the lovely landscaped backyard via outswing French doors. Detached ADU offers flex space for guests, home office, workouts, etc... Major renovation by local master builder completed with permits and includes new foundation, roof, plumbing, electric, radiant heat, dual-pane windows, and more! Close to Monterey Market, Whole Foods, Westbrae Biergarten, Cedar-Rose Park, North Berkeley BART and countless additional amenities. A truly exceptional home and location, not to be missed! 1259Cornell.com/mls

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Valdez

Vanguard Properties License #01437535 Listed on: 08/10/2022

Vanguard Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

TANIA BALAZS JACARD

Red Oak Realty License #01469906

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,068

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 3,300 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Westbrae Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 60240819

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,068

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Subdivision Name: WESTBRAE
  • Directions: North of Gilman
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Contemporary, Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Builder
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant, Other
  • Cooling: Other
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3300
  • Parcel Number: 60240819
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2022
Closed on
Sep 19, 2022
Sold by
Baer Properties Llc
Bought by
White Lauren and White Jonathan
Seller's Agent
David Valdez
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$480,000
28.32%
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$2,097,454

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$77,546
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.23%
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,221,236
Interest Rate
5.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$876,218

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 10, 2022
Closed on
Aug 4, 2022
Sold by
Baehrend and Karen
Bought by
Baer Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
David Valdez
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$2,175,000
Premium/Discount to List
$480,000
28.32%
Views
39

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,221,236
Interest Rate
5.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$876,218

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2021
Closed on
Mar 20, 2021
Sold by
Merrill Linda Elaine
Bought by
Baehrend David and Vanderburg Karen
Seller's Agent
Janet Halliburton
Century 21 Realty Alliance
Buyer's Agent
David Valdez
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$760,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$139,000
-15.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
101.57%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
White Lauren $2,175,000 First American Title
Baer Properties Llc -- First American Title
Baehrend David $760,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open White Lauren $1,275,000
Previous Owner Merrill Linda Elaine $200,000
Previous Owner Merrill Linda Elaine $142,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,175,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $760,000 -- --
09/22/2022 09/22/22 Sold $2,175,000 +28.3% $1,071 / Sq Ft
08/23/2022 08/23/22 Pending -- -- --
08/10/2022 08/10/22 For Sale $1,695,000 +123.0% $835 / Sq Ft
03/23/2021 03/23/21 Sold $760,000 -99.9% $918 / Sq Ft
03/22/2021 03/22/21 Price Changed $859,000,000 +95450.6% $1,037,440 / Sq Ft
03/19/2021 03/19/21 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2021 02/17/21 For Sale $899,000 -- $1,086 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $31,068 $2,262,870 $678,861 $1,584,009
2024 $31,068 $2,218,500 $665,550 $1,552,950
2023 $31,256 $2,175,000 $652,500 $1,522,500
2022 $13,661 $775,200 $673,200 $102,000
2021 $5,413 $222,345 $91,950 $137,395
2020 $5,150 $226,993 $91,007 $135,986
2019 $4,953 $222,543 $89,223 $133,320
2018 $4,834 $218,180 $87,474 $130,706
2017 $4,636 $213,903 $85,759 $128,144
2016 $4,453 $209,710 $84,078 $125,632
2015 $4,374 $206,560 $82,815 $123,745
2014 $4,313 $202,515 $81,193 $121,322
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Valdez

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    David Valdez

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 593-6100

    6 in this area

    59 Total Sales

    David Valdez
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  • TANIA BALAZS JACARD

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    TANIA BALAZS JACARD

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 206-2686

    4 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    TANIA BALAZS JACARD
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    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Janet Halliburton

    Century 21 Realty Alliance

    (510) 610-6573

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Janet Halliburton
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41004880

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2408-019-00

California Alameda County Albany 94702 Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina

1259 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA

This home is located at 1259 Cornell Ave, Albany, CA 94706 since 10 August 2022 and is currently estimated at $2,097,454, approximately $1,033 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1259 Cornell Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Ruth Acty Elementary, Rosa Parks Elementary School, and Thousand Oaks Elementary School.

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