Seller's Agent in 2025
Andrew De Vries
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
(415) 585-5200
2 in this area
358 Total Sales
1401 Walnut St Unit 1B Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,658
Sq Ft
$1,309/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- 0.29 Acre Lot
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Double Oven
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Live Oak Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Rare opportunity to own a spacious, light-filled North Berkeley 2BD/2BA condo in an iconic 1960s elevator-serviced building, just one block from Berkeley's covered Gourmet Ghetto. 1401 Walnut Street #1B greets visitors with a large and bright living room/dining room combination with fireplace, custom built-ins, and a spacious private balcony overlooking the neighborhood. Nearby is a large eat-in kitchen with breakfast area, office space, and easy access to the exterior. And down the hall are two quiet bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including a large primary suite with walk-in closet and primary bath, and a 2nd BD with balcony access. One car deeded parking in a secure garage, a dedicated storage space, and access to the building's attractive rear patio and pool, a rarity for Berkeley, are included with the sale. Fresh paint and new carpeting run throughout this vintage classic ready to be lived in now, or updated to the next owners' tastes. Ideally situated just blocks from Berkeley's best cafs, restaurants, markets, and shops, including Peets Coffee, Chez Panisse, the Cheese Board, and Monterey Market, as well as just across the street from the Berkeley JCC and minutes from UC Berkeley, BART, bus and freeway access. A rare blend of space, comfort and convenience.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan License #01368031 Listed on: 04/17/2025
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,234
Year Built
- Built in 1960
HOA Fees
- $1,309 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Raised Hearth
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Bathtub
Outdoor Features
- Fence Around Pool
- Balcony
Additional Features
- West Facing Home
- Radiant Heating System
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include homeowners insurance, maintenance structure, pool, trash
- 10 Units
- Walnut Rose HOA, Phone Number (800) 421-1150
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
May 27, 2025
Sold by
Richard Riffer Revocable Intervivos Trus and Blank Susan C
Bought by
Chu David and Price Ruth
Seller's Agent
Andrew De Vries
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
Buyer's Agent
Christian Thede
NORTHBRAE PROPERTIES
List Price
$969,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$109,000
-11.25%
Views
34
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
$2,641
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.64%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 1996
Sold by
Riffer Richard
Bought by
Riffer Richard
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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 | $860,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 06/02/25 | Sold | $860,000 | -4.2% | $519 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2025 05/22/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/07/2025 05/07/25 | Price Changed | $898,000 | -7.3% | $542 / Sq Ft |
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $969,000 | -- | $584 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
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 | $4,234 | $950,000 | $285,000 | $665,000 |
| 2024 | $4,234 | $102,580 | $30,399 | $79,181 |
| 2023 | $4,116 | $107,431 | $29,803 | $77,628 |
| 2022 | $3,978 | $98,325 | $29,219 | $76,106 |
| 2021 | $3,944 | $96,260 | $28,646 | $74,614 |
| 2020 | $3,579 | $102,201 | $28,352 | $73,849 |
| 2019 | $3,269 | $100,198 | $27,797 | $72,401 |
| 2018 | $3,176 | $98,234 | $27,252 | $70,982 |
| 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
-
Andrew De Vries
-
Christian Thede
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christian Thede
NORTHBRAE PROPERTIES
(510) 774-5927
7 in this area
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 425031088
APN: 059-2258-038-00
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