1290 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,195
Sq Ft
3,150
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Rosa Parks Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- 1-minute walk to Bancroft Community Garden
About This Home
As of December 2021Embodying the heart and soul of its progressive Poets Corner neighborhood, this sturdy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home features a thriving backyard food forest with well-tended fruit trees, raised beds for the best in sustainable living.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,744
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 3,150 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision, Bungalow Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5619246
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 12, 2021
Closed on
Dec 15, 2021
Sold by
Sarenduc Lisa Morris
Bought by
Powers Anne S and Thapa Pramish Jung
Seller's Agent
Andrea Gordon
Compass
Buyer's Agent
John Seravic
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$141,000
12.83%
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
$44,764
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.47%
Original Mortgage
$992,000
Outstanding Balance
$921,472
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$297,590
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2019
Sold by
Oftedahl Laura R and Laura R Oftedahl Revocable Tru
Bought by
Sarenduc Lisa Morris
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 2014
Sold by
Oftedahl Laura R
Bought by
Oftedahl Laura R and Laura R Oftedahl Revocable Tru
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,400
Interest Rate
3.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2014
Sold by
Oftedahl Laura R and Laura R Oftedahl Revocable Tru
Bought by
Oftedahl Laura R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,400
Interest Rate
3.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2006
Sold by
Oftedahl Laura R
Bought by
Oftedahl Laura R and Laura R Oftedahl Revocable Tru
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 3, 2000
Sold by
Atherton Luis
Bought by
Oftedahl Laura R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
8.55%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 1997
Sold by
Caldwell Paul H
Bought by
Atherton Luis
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
8%
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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 | $1,240,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,015,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Bnt Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Bnt Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $402,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Grant Deed | $129,500 | Nortwestern Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $992,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $111,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $111,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $144,070 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $202,500 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $55,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $44,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,240,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/17/2021 12/17/21 | Sold | $1,240,000 | +12.8% | $1,038 / Sq Ft |
| 11/24/2021 11/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/12/2021 11/12/21 | For Sale | $1,099,000 | -- | $920 / 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 | $17,744 | $1,308,887 | $394,766 | $921,121 |
| 2024 | $17,744 | $1,193,000 | $360,000 | $840,000 |
| 2023 | $17,401 | $1,264,800 | $379,440 | $885,360 |
| 2022 | $17,146 | $1,233,000 | $372,000 | $868,000 |
| 2021 | $14,845 | $1,018,515 | $479,921 | $545,594 |
| 2020 | $14,150 | $1,015,000 | $475,000 | $540,000 |
| 2019 | $8,195 | $542,988 | $162,896 | $380,092 |
| 2018 | $8,055 | $532,344 | $159,703 | $372,641 |
| 2017 | $7,766 | $521,907 | $156,572 | $365,335 |
| 2016 | $7,513 | $511,677 | $153,503 | $358,174 |
| 2015 | $7,412 | $503,994 | $151,198 | $352,796 |
| 2014 | $7,412 | $494,125 | $148,237 | $345,888 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
Andrea Gordon
Compass
(510) 421-6818
8 in this area
267 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
John Seravic
(415) 987-0332
3 in this area
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40973352
APN: 056-1924-006-00
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