NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1515 Hopkins St Unit 5 Berkeley, CA 94707

Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $475,250 - $513,000

-- Bed
1 Bath
400 Sq Ft
$100/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 19, 2021

Last sale price $450,000 $1,125 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,477/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Level Entry For Accessibility

About This Home

As of May 2021

Rare opportunity to own a stunning studio condo in a desirable North Berkeley location, close to BART, Monterey Market, Cafe Roma and Westbrae Biergarten. Unit recently remodeled down to the studs. New wood floors and beautiful tile throughout! Eat-in kitchen has quartz countertops with subway tile backsplash, wood cabinetry with soft close drawers, new Bosch dishwasher, Whirlpool refrigerator with ice maker, gas stove, and large sink with garbage disposal. Bathroom has a spa-like shower, vanity with quartz countertop and storage, and Kohler toilet. Large closet. New Anderson double-pane windows. Plumbing and electrical have been updated. All upgrades done in 2017. Great patio space for outdoor entertaining! Plus a deeded extra storage closet – perfect for bicycles and outdoor gear. Other great amenities: low utility bills (see Listing Supplement) and community washer and dryer (no coins needed).

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Devin Ratoosh

Red Oak Realty License #01820096 Listed on: 03/03/2021

Red Oak Realty

Co-Listed By

David A. Ratoosh

Red Oak Realty License #00901536

Last Buyer's Agent

Yating Zhou

Grand Realty Group License #02080855

Grand Realty Group

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,730

Year Built

  • Built in 1945

Lot Details

  • Fenced
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $100 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Level Entry For Accessibility
  • Ground Level

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 60242961

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, water/sewer
  • 5 Units
  • Not Listed Association
  • Northbrae Subdivision

Amenities

  • Picnic Area
  • Laundry Facilities

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,730

Year Built

Built in 1945

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$100 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 03
  • Subdivision Name: NORTHBRAE
  • Directions: Sacramento to Hopkins
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Ground Floor Location
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Ground Floor Location, No Additional Rooms, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Eat In Kitchen, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Laundry, Picnic Area
  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4165
  • Parcel Number: 60242961
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 5

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2021
Closed on
Apr 9, 2021
Sold by
Hogan Joyce M
Bought by
Liu Ying
Seller's Agent
Devin Ratoosh
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Yating Zhou
Grand Realty Group
List Price
$399,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$51,000
12.78%
Current Estimated Value
$494,813

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$44,813
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.95%
Original Mortgage
$337,500
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 21, 2005
Sold by
Cervantes Paul
Bought by
Hogan Joyce M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 2004
Sold by
Wolff Judith C
Bought by
Cervantes Paul

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,200
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2001
Sold by
Farrell Michael
Bought by
Wolff Judith C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
6.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2001
Sold by
Meraw Mary K
Bought by
Wolff Judith C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$84,000
Interest Rate
6.73%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 1996
Sold by
Brown Harold C and Brown Mary L
Bought by
Meraw Mary K
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
Liu Ying $450,000 Chicago Title Company
Hogan Joyce M $250,000 Financial Title Company
Cervantes Paul $199,000 Placer Title Company
Wolff Judith C -- Placer Title Company
Wolff Judith C $105,000 Placer Title Company
Meraw Mary K -- First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Liu Ying $339,000
Closed Liu Ying $337,500
Previous Owner Hogan Joyce M $182,000
Previous Owner Hogan Joyce M $200,000
Previous Owner Cervantes Paul $159,200
Previous Owner Wolff Judith C $84,000
Closed Cervantes Paul $29,850
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $450,000 -- --
05/19/2021 05/19/21 Sold $450,000 +12.8% $1,125 / Sq Ft
03/18/2021 03/18/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $399,000 -- $998 / 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 $7,730 $477,540 $143,262 $334,278
2023 $7,566 $468,180 $140,454 $327,726
2022 $7,426 $459,000 $137,700 $321,300
2021 $5,671 $308,604 $94,681 $220,923
2020 $5,334 $312,370 $93,711 $218,659
2019 $5,086 $306,247 $91,874 $214,373
2018 $4,989 $300,244 $90,073 $210,171
2017 $4,797 $294,360 $88,308 $206,052
2016 $4,611 $288,590 $86,577 $202,013
2015 $4,545 $284,257 $85,277 $198,980
2014 $3,709 $215,000 $64,500 $150,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Devin Ratoosh

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Devin Ratoosh

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 919-5499

    10 in this area

    182 Total Sales

    Devin Ratoosh
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  • David A. Ratoosh

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    David A. Ratoosh

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 527-5500

    10 in this area

    103 Total Sales

    David A. Ratoosh
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  • Yating Zhou

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Yating Zhou

    Grand Realty Group

    (510) 660-4235

    1 in this area

    29 Total Sales

    Yating Zhou
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40939614

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2429-061-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94706 Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina

1515 Hopkins St Unit 5, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1515 Hopkins St Unit 5, Berkeley, CA 94707 since 03 March 2021 and is currently estimated at $494,813, approximately $1,237 per square foot. This property was built in 1945. 1515 Hopkins St Unit 5 is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Ruth Acty Elementary, Thousand Oaks Elementary School, and Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School.

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