1401 Walnut St Unit 1A Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,658
Sq Ft
$963/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Contemporary Architecture
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- 3-minute walk to Live Oak Park
About This Home
As of July 2023North Berkeley prime spot. Gracious proportions offer true home-like elbow room. Ensuite bedroom with walk-in closet, 2nd bedroom with front deck access, western light. Breakfast area in spacious kitchen. Option to install washer dryer for 1st floor owners per CC&R's-cabinet nearly ready. This is a great building, a block or two from Peet's and Chez Panisse, Cheeseboard Pizza and just a few more blocks to UC Berkeley campus and Live Oak Park! Farmer's Market every Thursday around the corner...but if you must have a car -- one enclosed interior access garage space. Closets galore plus a long storage cabinet in garage. This condo isn't sizing down...it's got plenty of space, plus a long front sunny balcony, a pool and generous outdoor gathering patio spot.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #00874780 Listed on: 08/05/2020
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,033
Year Built
- Built in 1960
HOA Fees
- $963 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Carpet
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Pool
- In Ground Pool
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 59225839
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, common heating, common hot water, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves, trash, water/sewer, ground maintenance
- Association Phone (510) 816-2507
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 26, 2022
Closed on
Jul 19, 2023
Sold by
Beary Arela
Bought by
Fine Lawrence Jay and Fine Jamie Gale
Seller's Agent
Bill Grimason
Winkler Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Elisabeth Watson
Abio Properties
List Price
$1,160,000
Sold Price
$1,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$160,000
-13.79%
Views
217
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
$83,714
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.08%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 5, 2020
Closed on
Aug 19, 2020
Sold by
Zhang Xin and Zhu Ming
Bought by
Beary Arela
Seller's Agent
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Buyer's Agent
Bill Grimason
Winkler Real Estate Group
List Price
$975,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$175,000
17.95%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.66%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2017
Sold by
Schmidt Aimee and Heinemann William H
Bought by
Zhang Xin and Zhu Ming
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$712,500
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2011
Sold by
Schmidt Eloise H
Bought by
Schmidt Eloise H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$364,500
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2006
Sold by
Schmidt Eloise H
Bought by
Schmidt Eloise H
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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 | $1,000,000 | Placer Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,150,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $950,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $690,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $712,500 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $364,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $375,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $375,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,000,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/31/2023 07/31/23 | Sold | $1,000,000 | -4.3% | $603 / Sq Ft |
| 07/03/2023 07/03/23 | Price Changed | $1,045,000 | -4.1% | $630 / Sq Ft |
| 06/06/2023 06/06/23 | Price Changed | $1,090,000 | -6.0% | $657 / Sq Ft |
| 01/14/2023 01/14/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2022 09/26/22 | For Sale | $1,160,000 | +0.9% | $700 / Sq Ft |
| 08/24/2020 08/24/20 | Sold | $1,150,000 | +17.9% | $694 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/05/2020 08/05/20 | For Sale | $975,000 | -- | $588 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,033 | $1,000,000 | $300,000 | $700,000 |
| 2023 | $17,335 | $1,196,460 | $358,938 | $837,522 |
| 2022 | $17,059 | $1,173,000 | $351,900 | $821,100 |
| 2021 | $17,124 | $1,150,000 | $345,000 | $805,000 |
| 2020 | $14,699 | $1,008,140 | $252,035 | $756,105 |
| 2019 | $14,176 | $988,380 | $247,095 | $741,285 |
| 2018 | $13,954 | $969,000 | $242,250 | $726,750 |
| 2017 | $3,040 | $96,307 | $26,717 | $69,590 |
| 2016 | $2,824 | $94,418 | $26,193 | $68,225 |
| 2015 | $2,768 | $93,001 | $25,800 | $67,201 |
| 2014 | $2,704 | $91,179 | $25,295 | $65,884 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
Bill Grimason
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 326-5800
5 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Elisabeth Watson
Abio Properties
(510) 207-5211
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2020
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
(510) 816-2507
3 in this area
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40915391
APN: 059-2258-039-00
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