NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,249,000 - $1,371,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,475 Sq Ft
$896/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 11, 2020

Last sale price $1,095,000 $742 Per Sq Ft

Est. 19% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,689/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2020

TRANSPARENT PRICING ! This adorable modern Mediterranean split-level bungalow impresses immediately with its colorful and inviting curb appeal. Once inside, the beautiful earth tone palette continues and creates a warm and welcoming sight. The living room features recessed lighting, modern sconces, newly refinished hardwood floors and an eye-catching wood-burning fireplace focal point. Sleek cabinetry, mosaic tile backsplash, granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances make cooking in this modern kitchen a delight! The 3rd bedroom area was added with permit and has its own access to back yard , an ideal work place/family room. Located in desirable central Berkeley neighborhood close to U.C. Berkeley, downtown Berkeley, cafés, restaurants, great schools, parks and recreation.Sewer done ! Easy access to freeways, BART, public transit and more! Amazing Walk Score of 81! Here is the Virtual Tour on Matterport :

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nasi White

Compass License #01889128 Listed on: 07/22/2020

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Anna Frankel

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #02002831

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,242

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 2,618 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Central Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 55191451

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,242

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1926
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Subdivision Name: CENTRAL BERKELEY
  • Directions: Sacramento Ave to Channing way
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2618
  • Parcel Number: 55191451
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2020
Closed on
Aug 21, 2020
Sold by
Samonsky Gary and Samonsky Sarah
Bought by
Frye Brenda Louise and Cherkis Sergey Alexander
Seller's Agent
Nasi White
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Anna Frankel
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,095,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-0.45%
Total Days on Market
20
Current Estimated Value
$1,298,089

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$203,089
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.03%
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$686,549
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$635,072

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 16, 2017
Sold by
Samonsky Gary and Samonsky Sarah B
Bought by
Samonsky Gary and Samonsky Sarah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2017
Sold by
Choi John and Lee Caroline S
Bought by
Samonsky Gary and Samonsky Sarah B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
3.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2014
Sold by
Saratoga Fund Iv Llc
Bought by
Choi John and Lee Caroline S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2014
Sold by
Valentine Myrtle
Bought by
Saratoga Fund Iv Llc
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Frye Brenda Louise $1,095,000 Chicago Title Company
Samonsky Gary -- None Available
Samonsky Gary $825,000 Placer Title Company
Choi John $650,000 Old Republic Title Company
Saratoga Fund Iv Llc $490,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Frye Brenda Louise $765,000
Previous Owner Samonsky Gary $510,000
Previous Owner Choi John $578,000
Previous Owner Choi John $520,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,095,000 -- --
09/11/2020 09/11/20 Sold $1,095,000 0.0% $742 / Sq Ft
08/11/2020 08/11/20 Pending -- -- --
08/07/2020 08/07/20 Price Changed $1,095,000 -0.5% $742 / Sq Ft
07/22/2020 07/22/20 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $746 / 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 $17,242 $1,162,013 $348,604 $813,409
2023 $16,838 $1,139,237 $341,771 $797,466
2022 $16,507 $1,116,900 $335,070 $781,830
2021 $16,841 $1,095,000 $328,500 $766,500
2020 $13,035 $858,330 $257,499 $600,831
2019 $12,572 $841,500 $252,450 $589,050
2018 $12,368 $825,000 $247,500 $577,500
2017 $10,210 $673,107 $201,932 $471,175
2016 $9,882 $659,911 $197,973 $461,938
2015 $9,750 $650,000 $195,000 $455,000
2014 $2,549 $51,801 $33,201 $18,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40913486

bridgeMLS

APN: 055-1914-051-00