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Seller's Agent in 2025
Giuseppe Zumbo
Compass
1431 Blake St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
968
Sq Ft
4,550
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of October 2025Welcome to 1431 Blake St, a charming 2Bd, 1Ba split-level home in the vibrant heart of Berkeley. This inviting home effortlessly combines classic charm with modern comfort, offering 968 Sq/Ft of thoughtfully designed living space on a generous 4,550 Sq/Ft lot, brimming with potential & endless possibilities. Step into the sun-drenched living room, where half-vaulted ceilings, elegant sconces, & rich hardwood floors create an atmosphere of warmth and sophistication. The formal dining room features timeless built-ins & wood trim, while the bright kitchen is perfect for your favorite recipes. Both bedrooms are generously sized, providing comfortable & versatile living spaces. Enjoy the added convenience of a laundry room & attached garage. The newly landscaped front yard is designed for low-maintenance living, while the peaceful backyard offers a spacious lawn & paver patio, perfect for hosting gatherings or a potential extension or ADU in the future. New roof (2025) & front landscape. BikeScore of 99, just minutes from Ashby & Downtown Berkeley BART, UC Berkeley, & the Bay Bridge. Quick access to I-580, I-80, and I-880 makes commuting easy. Surrounded by vibrant culture, a global food scene & a thriving arts community, this prime location offers seamless Bay Area living.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Giuseppe Zumbo
Compass License #01753412 Listed on: 09/30/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
John Cooper
Compass License #01955210
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,477
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 4,550 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 968 Sq Ft Home
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Laminate Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Gravity Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- San Pablo Park Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Seidenstein Sharon
Bought by
Seidenstein Sharon and The Sharon Seidenstein Revocab
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 15, 2013
Sold by
Lockhart Joyce A
Bought by
Seidenstein Sharon
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$218,697
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$754,280
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $400,000 | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $300,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/27/2025 10/27/25 | Sold | $1,070,000 | +29.1% | $1,105 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | For Sale | $829,000 | -- | $856 / 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 | $8,477 | $490,323 | $147,097 | $343,226 |
| 2024 | $8,477 | $480,711 | $144,213 | $336,498 |
| 2023 | $8,241 | $471,287 | $141,386 | $329,901 |
| 2022 | $8,027 | $462,047 | $138,614 | $323,433 |
| 2021 | $8,040 | $452,991 | $135,897 | $317,094 |
| 2020 | $7,639 | $448,347 | $134,504 | $313,843 |
| 2019 | $7,359 | $439,560 | $131,868 | $307,692 |
| 2018 | $7,222 | $430,943 | $129,283 | $301,660 |
| 2017 | $6,953 | $422,495 | $126,748 | $295,747 |
| 2016 | $6,725 | $414,211 | $124,263 | $289,948 |
| 2015 | $6,629 | $407,991 | $122,397 | $285,594 |
| 2014 | $6,579 | $400,000 | $120,000 | $280,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
John Cooper
Compass
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41113165
APN: 054-1796-014-00
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