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Seller's Agent in 2025
Andrea Gordon
Compass
1424 Ward St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,061
Sq Ft
2,198
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Corner Lot
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2025Huge Price Reduction! 1424 Ward Street is a charming West Berkeley gem offering 3 bedrooms plus 2 bonus spaces that provide incredible flexibility. This home blends vintage character with modern updates, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere from the moment you enter. The main level includes a flexible bedroom/office space and a cozy living area with a lovely fireplace. The kitchen is both functional and stylish, opening to a generous backyard—perfect for outdoor dining, gardening, or relaxing. A detached studio with a Murphy bed offers ideal guest space or a separate office, and the convenient outdoor laundry room adds to the home’s functionality. Enjoy the perks of a Walk Score of 84 and a Bike Score of 91—close to Ohlone Park, Strawberry Creek Park, popular farmers’ markets, and well-rated schools. This location offers easy access to the best of Berkeley living. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to own a versatile, character-rich home in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods—now at a significantly reduced price!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Andrea Gordon
Compass License #01233563 Listed on: 04/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,045
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 2,198 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- Attached Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,061 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Workshop
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Space Heater
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 220 Volts
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- West Berkeley Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 10, 2019
Sold by
Cosper Marvin L and Cosper Melvin
Bought by
Davidson Ezra and Davidson Evelyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2008
Sold by
Cosper Melvin and Cosper Ruby J
Bought by
Cosper Melvin and Cosper Ruby J
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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 | $875,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $701,200 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 08/29/25 | Sold | $850,000 | -2.9% | $801 / Sq Ft |
| 08/14/2025 08/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/11/2025 08/11/25 | Price Changed | $875,000 | -2.7% | $825 / Sq Ft |
| 06/26/2025 06/26/25 | Price Changed | $899,000 | -25.0% | $847 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | For Sale | $1,199,000 | -- | $1,130 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,045 | $949,925 | $492,133 | $464,792 |
| 2024 | $14,045 | $931,165 | $482,485 | $455,680 |
| 2023 | $13,724 | $919,773 | $473,026 | $446,747 |
| 2022 | $13,053 | $896,140 | $463,752 | $437,988 |
| 2021 | $14,103 | $884,065 | $454,662 | $429,403 |
| 2020 | $13,470 | $875,000 | $450,000 | $425,000 |
| 2019 | $3,276 | $60,915 | $32,285 | $28,630 |
| 2018 | $3,169 | $59,721 | $31,652 | $28,069 |
| 2017 | $3,031 | $58,549 | $31,031 | $27,518 |
| 2016 | $2,848 | $57,402 | $30,423 | $26,979 |
| 2015 | $2,782 | $56,540 | $29,966 | $26,574 |
| 2014 | $2,713 | $55,432 | $29,379 | $26,053 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41091669
APN: 054-1734-001-00
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