NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,841,000 - $2,145,017

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,829 Sq Ft
$1,064/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 26, 2021

Last sale price $1,907,000 $1,043 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,578/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Secluded Lot
  • 3-minute walk to North Berkeley Station
  • Victorian Architecture
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Fireplaces

About This Home

As of October 2021

••• ••• Craving a remarkable residence that’s bursting with old-world charm & timeless elegance? Discover this stunning Grand Victorian residence in the heart of Berkeley. Desirably located on a large corner lot (7,280 sq ft) in a highly sought-after neighborhood near Monterey Market, this 1884 showstopper has retained all the charm of its classic design & period features. A wrap-around front porch offers a tranquil spot to take in the soothing outdoor vistas. Unwind in the living room where you’ll enjoy an additional fireplace & dramatic dark wood accents. Imagine the countless meals prepared in this home’s kitchen over the years. Retire upstairs to one of four sunlit bedrooms with vaulted ceilings or immerse yourself in the luxury of the clawfoot tub as you gaze at the stars. You’ll be in an unbeatable location across the street from BART and close to Monterey Market and Northbrae shopping. Come take advantage of this incredible opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Heidi Abramson

License #01319689 Listed on: 09/29/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Corey Weinstein

Vanguard Properties License #01362059

Vanguard Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,406

Year Built

  • Built in 1884

Lot Details

  • 7,280 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
  • Secluded Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Partial Basement
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on upper level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58214361

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,406

Year Built

Built in 1884

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1884
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Cedar to Acton to Virginia
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: None
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative, Insert, Gas
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Den, Office, Breakfast Nook, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Premium Lot, Regular, Secluded, Landscape Misc
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Garden
  • Foundation Details: Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Forced Air
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, Upper Level
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7280
  • Parcel Number: 58214361
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 29, 2021
Closed on
Oct 19, 2021
Sold by
Stephenson Christine L and Stephenson Christine L
Bought by
Whittow Richard J and Sommers Deborah R
Seller's Agent
Heidi Abramson
Buyer's Agent
Corey Weinstein
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,907,000
Premium/Discount to List
$557,000
41.26%
Current Estimated Value
$2,020,136

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$113,136
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.56%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 1999
Sold by
Stephenson Christine L
Bought by
Revocab Stephenson Christine L and Revocab Christine L Stephenson

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 1995
Sold by
Sheats Peter W
Bought by
Stephenson Christine L
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Whittow Richard J $1,907,000 Chicago Title Company
Revocab Stephenson Christine L -- --
Stephenson Christine L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Stephenson Christine L $802,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,907,000 -- --
10/26/2021 10/26/21 Sold $1,907,000 +41.3% $1,043 / Sq Ft
10/13/2021 10/13/21 Pending -- -- --
09/29/2021 09/29/21 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $738 / 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
2024 $28,406 $1,977,041 $595,212 $1,388,829
2023 $27,801 $1,945,140 $583,542 $1,361,598
2022 $27,923 $1,900,000 $572,100 $1,334,900
2021 $6,471 $89,473 $70,008 $26,465
2020 $5,983 $95,484 $69,290 $26,194
2019 $5,564 $93,613 $67,932 $25,681
2018 $5,378 $91,777 $66,600 $25,177
2017 $5,155 $89,977 $65,294 $24,683
2016 $4,817 $88,213 $64,014 $24,199
2015 $4,704 $86,888 $63,052 $23,836
2014 $4,527 $85,187 $61,818 $23,369
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40968933

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2143-006-01