NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1409 Scenic Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,089,000 - $2,448,049

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,332 Sq Ft
$679/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2019

Last sale price $1,800,000 $540 Per Sq Ft

Est. 26% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,390/month

Highlights

  • Ocean View
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2019

Three Story, 5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Home, with Bay Views, sold privately for value comparable information only.

Last Listed By

Greg Flowers

Authentic Real Estate License #01172358 Listed on: 04/25/2019

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,565

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 6,695 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Fenced
  • Lot Sloped Down

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • No Garage

Property Views

  • Ocean
  • Bay
  • Bridge
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Fixer Upper
  • Wood Frame Construction
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 3,332 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Formica Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer
  • Laundry Tub

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 059-2249-037

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,565

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Fixer Upper
  • Age: 119
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 3332
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Zoning Description: SFR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Gas Burning, Primary Bedroom
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Formica, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 3332
  • Stories: 3
  • Bedrooms: Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: Electricity Hookup (110V), Inside, Tub / Sink, Washer, Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Unfinished
  • Fireplaces Min: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub, Showers over Tubs - 2+
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Brick, Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition
  • View: Bay, Bridge, City Lights, Ocean
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Property Faces: West
  • Construction Type: Wood Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: No Garage, Parking Area

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas, Fireplace
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Bay Window, High Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Schools

  • School District: Berkeley Unified
  • Elementary School: Oxford Elementary
  • High School: Berkeley High
  • High School: 26812
  • Elementary School: 26831

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Grade - Sloped Down
  • Parcel Number: 059-2249-037
  • Lot Acres: 0.1537
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 6696.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 6696.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star HVAC

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Oxford Elementary
  • High School Text: Berkeley High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2019
Closed on
Apr 23, 2019
Sold by
Steven M Davis Living Trust
Bought by
James Sears Bryant Trust
Seller's Agent
Greg Flowers
Authentic Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Greg Flowers
Authentic Real Estate
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Total Days on Market
0
Current Estimated Value
$2,263,012

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$463,012
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.61%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 2017
Sold by
Hw Scenic Llc
Bought by
Davis Steven M and Steven M Davis 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
$935,000
Interest Rate
4.03%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 18, 2017
Sold by
Davis Steven M and Steven M Davis Living Trust
Bought by
Hw Scenic Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 15, 2015
Sold by
Jones David Bentley and The Jones Family Trust
Bought by
Davis Steven M and The The Steven M Davis Living

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 5, 2010
Sold by
Jones John Hugh
Bought by
Jones John Hugh and Jones Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2000
Sold by
Jones Barbara Bentley and Jones John Hugh
Bought by
Jones John Hugh

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
James Sears Bryant Trust $700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Davis Steven M -- Ortc
Hw Scenic Llc -- None Available
Davis Steven M $1,100,000 Placer Title Company
Jones John Hugh -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Bryant James Sears $1,700,000
Closed James Sears Bryant Trust $240,000
Previous Owner Davis Steven M $935,000
Previous Owner Davis Steven M $700,000
Previous Owner Davis Steven M $450,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Sold $1,800,000 0.0% $540 / Sq Ft
04/25/2019 04/25/19 Pending -- -- --
04/25/2019 04/25/19 For Sale $1,800,000 -- $540 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $28,565 $1,968,533 $590,560 $1,377,973
2023 $27,997 $1,929,941 $578,982 $1,350,959
2022 $27,548 $1,892,105 $567,631 $1,324,474
2021 $27,654 $1,855,007 $556,502 $1,298,505
2020 $26,275 $1,836,000 $550,800 $1,285,200
2019 $22,697 $1,581,000 $561,000 $1,020,000
2018 $22,337 $1,550,000 $550,000 $1,000,000
2017 $21,662 $1,524,900 $561,000 $963,900
2016 $21,027 $1,495,000 $550,000 $945,000
2015 $3,825 $93,841 $68,545 $25,296
2014 -- $92,004 $67,203 $24,801
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Greg Flowers

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Greg Flowers

    Authentic Real Estate

    (510) 368-5835

    4 Total Sales

    Greg Flowers
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    RECIP

    Out of Area Office

  • M

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2019

    Maryville Poe

    Real Estate Masters

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81748727

MLSListings

APN: 059-2249-037-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

1409 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA

Homes for Sale in Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1409 Scenic Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 25 April 2019 and is currently estimated at $2,263,012, approximately $679 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 1409 Scenic Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Cragmont Elementary School, and Washington Elementary School.

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