Seller's Agent in 2026
Norah Brower
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
14 in this area
55 Total Sales
1408 Arch St Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,332
Sq Ft
5,453
Sq Ft Lot Lot
Highlights
- Bay View
- Solar Power System
- Wood Flooring
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Craftsman Architecture
- 2 Fireplaces
About This Home
As of May 2026This elegant 1909 Arts & Crafts home in desirable North Berkeley blends vintage character with modern comfort, Bay views, and seamless indoor/outdoor living. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, the sun-filled interiors include a gracious living room with gas fireplace, formal dining room with gas fireplace, built-in seating & cabinets, family room and an updated sun-kissed kitchen with breakfast area opening to a spacious deck and landscaped backyard with beautiful garden beds and fruit trees. Upstairs offers a generous primary suite with Bay views, radiant-heated bathroom floor and walk in closets, a generous hall bathroom & 2 other bedrooms. Additional highlights include balcony off the east bedroom, original details, and updated heat pump/AC (2024). The expansive basement with conforming ceiling height and garden access offers excellent potential. Ideally located near the North Berkeley Gourmet District, including Chez Panisse, Cheese Board, plus parks, pathways, and BART. Home Energy Score of 7.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01197240 Listed on: 04/15/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1924
Lot Details
- 5,453 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Gas Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Bay Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- North Berkeley Subdivision, Arts & Crafts Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5922546
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2016
Sold by
Horwich William E and Horwich Marie Josephe
Bought by
Horwich Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$633,000
Outstanding Balance
$469,552
Interest Rate
2.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$1,534,785
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 2011
Sold by
Horwich William E and Horwich Marie J
Bought by
Horwich William E and Horwich Marie J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$685,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 19, 2001
Sold by
Gold Eric P
Bought by
Horwich William E and Horwich Marie J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 1994
Sold by
Karelitz Fonda
Bought by
Gold Eric P
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $905,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $633,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $685,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 05/15/26 | Sold | $3,330,000 | +66.9% | $1,428 / Sq Ft |
| 04/24/2026 04/24/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2026 04/15/26 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | -- | $855 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $15,592 | $873,427 | $227,895 | $652,532 |
| 2024 | $15,592 | $856,166 | $223,427 | $639,739 |
| 2023 | $15,243 | $846,244 | $219,047 | $627,197 |
| 2022 | $14,912 | $822,655 | $214,753 | $614,902 |
| 2021 | $14,914 | $806,388 | $210,542 | $602,846 |
| 2020 | $13,957 | $805,049 | $208,384 | $596,665 |
| 2019 | $13,242 | $789,267 | $204,299 | $584,968 |
| 2018 | $12,986 | $773,793 | $200,293 | $573,500 |
| 2017 | $12,535 | $758,625 | $196,367 | $562,258 |
| 2016 | $12,028 | $743,754 | $192,518 | $551,236 |
| 2015 | $11,850 | $732,587 | $189,627 | $542,960 |
| 2014 | $11,676 | $718,241 | $185,914 | $532,327 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Norah Brower
-
Daniella Brower
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Daniella Brower
Vanguard Properties
(510) 593-1031
11 in this area
43 Total Sales
-
Kenny Gong
K
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Kenny Gong
Willowmar Real Estate
(415) 279-2715
2 in this area
28 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41130999
APN: 059-2254-006-00
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