NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1303 McGee Ave Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,409,000 - $1,727,000

2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,288 Sq Ft
$1,167/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 24, 2020

Last sale price $1,270,000 $986 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,498/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 3-minute walk to King School Park

About This Home

As of July 2020

Charming Northbrae Craftsman with flexible space for modern living. This Golden Duplex boasts a main house with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 baths - and a lofted studio offering full amenities. A classic Berkeley bungalow with formal dining room, living room with built-in benches, and a traditional kitchen that opens to a sunny deck in the private backyard. At the rear of the lot is a wood-clad studio with vaulted ceiling, loft sleeping space, full kitchen & bath as well as deck and private laundry. Out the front door discover everything Berkeley is famous for! Perhaps the best produce anywhere, a traditional butcher shop, fishmonger, cheese shop, renowned nursery, cafe, and pizza served w/ only seasonal and local toppings - all this within a block. The Transbay Bus and BART are both under a mile away, as are a public swimming pool, children's playground, library, and so much more! Ditch your car, hop on your bike and live the dream!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Ridge

District Homes License #01990459 Listed on: 06/02/2020

Co-Listed By

Anna Bellomo

District Homes License #01822897

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Wolan

District Homes License #01939981

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,873

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 3,500 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Parquet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Northbrae Subdivision, Craftsman Bungalow Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 60243845

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,873

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOBDH
  • Subdivision Name: Northbrae
  • Directions: South off Hopkins
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Colonial
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Linoleum, Parquet, Wood
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Other
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3500
  • Parcel Number: 60243845

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 2, 2020
Closed on
Jun 30, 2020
Sold by
Zar Jonathan D and Zar Eileen
Bought by
Whitley Jennifer A
Seller's Agent
Sarah Ridge
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Wolan
District Homes
List Price
$1,025,000
Sold Price
$1,270,000
Premium/Discount to List
$245,000
23.9%
Current Estimated Value
$1,503,629

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$233,629
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.23%
Original Mortgage
$1,012,000
Outstanding Balance
$899,040
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$604,589

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 21, 2019
Sold by
Zar Jonathan D and Zar Eileen
Bought by
Zar Jonathan D and Zar Eileen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 23, 1998
Sold by
Jan Newtonisaac
Bought by
Zar Jonathan D and Zar Eileen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,500
Interest Rate
6.82%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Whitley Jennifer A $1,270,000 Chicago Title Company
Zar Jonathan D -- None Available
Zar Jonathan D $318,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Whitley Jennifer A $1,012,000
Previous Owner Zar Jonathan D $238,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,270,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,270,000 -- --
07/24/2020 07/24/20 Sold $1,270,000 +23.9% $986 / Sq Ft
06/15/2020 06/15/20 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2020 06/02/20 For Sale $1,025,000 -- $796 / 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 $18,873 $1,374,673 $412,402 $962,271
2024 $18,873 $1,347,723 $404,317 $943,406
2023 $18,506 $1,321,307 $396,392 $924,915
2022 $18,229 $1,295,400 $388,620 $906,780
2021 $18,290 $1,270,000 $381,000 $889,000
2020 $7,582 $459,120 $136,747 $322,373
2019 $7,240 $450,120 $134,066 $316,054
2018 $7,107 $441,296 $131,438 $309,858
2017 $6,839 $432,644 $128,861 $303,783
2016 $6,587 $424,163 $126,335 $297,828
2015 $6,457 $414,791 $124,437 $290,354
2014 $6,400 $406,667 $122,000 $284,667
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sarah Ridge

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Sarah Ridge

    District Homes

    (510) 860-3435

    11 in this area

    146 Total Sales

    Sarah Ridge
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  • Anna Bellomo

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Anna Bellomo

    District Homes

    (510) 417-9390

    7 in this area

    95 Total Sales

    Anna Bellomo
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  • Jennifer Wolan

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jennifer Wolan

    District Homes

    (510) 909-4762

    5 in this area

    82 Total Sales

    Jennifer Wolan
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40906910

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2438-045-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 North Berkeley

1303 McGee Ave, Berkeley, CA

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