NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $542,000 - $1,025,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,221 Sq Ft
$1,239/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 02, 2023

Last sale price $1,825,000 $822 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $6,262/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Gated Community
  • 4-minute walk to Live Oak Park

About This Home

As of May 2023

Indulge in luxury living at its finest with this brilliant penthouse unit located in the heart of Berkeley's highly coveted Gourmet Ghetto. This newly remodeled 3 bedroom, 2 bath home boasts clean lines, modern design, and luxury finishes that will take your breath away. Enjoy spectacular views of the iconic San Francisco Bay, its breathtaking bridges, and the vibrant city skyline. Spacious living room with classic fireplace and built-ins. Views from the open design kitchen and dining room, recently remodeled with stone countertops and chef's quality appliances. The primary suite is a private oasis with magnificent views of the rolling Berkeley Hills. With radiant heat and in-unit laundry facilities, a dedicated parking spot, and a storage area, this home offers a comfortable living experience in one of the most desirable neighborhoods in the Bay Area. Go outside and immerse yourself in a vibrant community that offers many options for dining and shopping. Less than a block to the Thursday farmers’ market, Chez Panisse, Cheeseboard Collective, Peet's, Saul's, and just moments from Live Oak Park. This penthouse unit offers the perfect balance of comfort and sophistication, creating a space that is ideal for both relaxing and entertaining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Devin Ratoosh

Red Oak Realty License #01820096 Listed on: 03/29/2023

Red Oak Realty

Co-Listed By

David A. Ratoosh

Red Oak Realty License #00901536

Last Buyer's Agent

Tomi Thomas

Abio Properties License #01373550

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,661

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Fenced Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $1,239 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown
  • Mount Tamalpais
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Radiant Heating System

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Rooftop Deck

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59226118

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common heating, common hot water, exterior maintenance, reserves, security/gate fee, trash, water/sewer
  • 9 Units
  • Not Listed Association
  • Live Oak Park Subdivision

Security

  • Gated Community
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,661

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$1,239 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 03
  • Subdivision Name: LIVE OAK PARK
  • Directions: Shattuck to Vine to Walnut
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Entry Location: No Steps to Entry
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Penthouse Location, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen, Central Vacuum
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Marina, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, City, Mt Tamalpais
  • View: Yes
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport, Covered, Parking Spaces, Space Per Unit - 1
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Closet, In Unit
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Roof Deck, Gated
  • Association Fee: 1239
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Heating, Common Hot Water, Exterior Maintenance, Reserves, Security/Gate Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11058
  • Parcel Number: 59226118
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 9

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2006
Sold by
Rasmussen Ponnie
Bought by
Rasmussen Ponnie R
Current Estimated Value
$850,175

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2004
Sold by
Isler Erna L and Landsberg Thomas J
Bought by
Rasmussen Ponnie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Outstanding Balance
$180,609
Interest Rate
5.86%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$669,566
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rasmussen Ponnie R -- None Available
Rasmussen Ponnie $400,000 First American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Rasmussen Ponnie $360,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,825,000 -- --
05/02/2023 05/02/23 Sold $1,825,000 +22.1% $822 / Sq Ft
04/16/2023 04/16/23 Pending -- -- --
03/29/2023 03/29/23 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $673 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $3,661 $80,509 $52,719 $34,790
2023 $3,557 $85,793 $51,685 $34,108
2022 $3,435 $77,111 $50,672 $33,439
2021 $3,403 $75,461 $49,678 $32,783
2020 $3,085 $81,617 $49,169 $32,448
2019 $2,813 $80,016 $48,205 $31,811
2018 $2,731 $78,448 $47,260 $31,188
2017 $2,608 $76,909 $46,333 $30,576
2016 $2,418 $75,401 $45,425 $29,976
2015 $2,369 $74,269 $44,743 $29,526
2014 $2,313 $72,814 $43,866 $28,948
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41022734

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2261-017-00