NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1506 California St Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,298,000 - $1,512,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,160 Sq Ft
$1,230/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2020

Last sale price $1,206,000 $1,040 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,116/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Countertops
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating System

About This Home

As of July 2020

Imagine living on a wide Street where street cars use to run. The house is flanked by a majestic cactus and purple wisteria. The front porch is where you watch the world go by. This 2+ bedroom home is located in a very desirable Westbrae location with hardwood floors throughout. Spacious light filled Living room and dining room with Art deco light fixtures and fireplace. Kitchen and breakfast room longs for a fabulous makeover. Extra bedroom and spare room in the basement with half bath ideal for teenage hideaway or home office Laundry room in spacious basement area leading to the garage.Think possible ADU. Close to Monterey & Cedar Market. 3 blocks from North Berkeley Bart and other public transportations.Back yard weed blocked and mulched ready for the urban gardener.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Roman Fan

Korman & Ng R.E. Services License #01738033 Listed on: 06/13/2020

Co-Listed By

Miriam Ng

Korman & Ng R.e. Services License #00572547

Last Buyer's Agent

KATHIE LONGINOTTI

License #01479865

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,009

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Lot Details

  • 3,876 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Monterey/Hopkins Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59228425

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,009

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBKORM
  • Subdivision Name: Monterey/Hopkins
  • Directions: Sacramento to Rose right on California
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3876
  • Parcel Number: 59228425

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2024
Sold by
Edelson Rachel
Bought by
Rachel Goodman Edelson Revocable Trust and Edelson
Current Estimated Value
$1,426,243

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 13, 2020
Closed on
Jul 8, 2020
Sold by
Hamik Kenneth P and Newell Cherie L
Bought by
Edelson Rachel
Seller's Agent
Roman Fan
Korman & Ng R.E. Services
Buyer's Agent
KATHIE LONGINOTTI
List Price
$938,000
Sold Price
$1,206,000
Premium/Discount to List
$268,000
28.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.49%
Source: Public Records

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
Rachel Goodman Edelson Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Edelson Rachel $1,206,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $47,818
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $417,000
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $397,300
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $394,500
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $303,900
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $145,000
Previous Owner Hamik Kenneth P $295,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,206,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,206,000 -- --
07/14/2020 07/14/20 Sold $1,206,000 +28.6% $1,040 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Pending -- -- --
06/13/2020 06/13/20 For Sale $938,000 -- $809 / 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
2025 $19,009 $1,305,397 $391,619 $913,778
2024 $19,009 $1,279,807 $383,942 $895,865
2023 $18,576 $1,254,721 $376,416 $878,305
2022 $18,224 $1,230,120 $369,036 $861,084
2021 $18,295 $1,206,000 $361,800 $844,200
2020 $8,326 $453,534 $136,060 $317,474
2019 $7,957 $444,644 $133,393 $311,251
2018 $7,795 $435,927 $130,778 $305,149
2017 $7,505 $427,380 $128,214 $299,166
2016 $7,212 $419,000 $125,700 $293,300
2015 $7,100 $412,708 $123,812 $288,896
2014 $7,021 $404,626 $121,388 $283,238
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Roman Fan

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Roman Fan

    Korman & Ng R.E. Services

    (415) 420-7663

    11 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Miriam Ng

    Korman & Ng R.e. Services

    (415) 420-7663

    4 Total Sales

    Miriam Ng
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40908470

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2284-025-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 North Berkeley

1506 California St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1506 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 13 June 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,426,243, approximately $1,229 per square foot. This property was built in 1931. 1506 California St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Ruth Acty Elementary, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Thousand Oaks Elementary School.

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