Stephen Beard
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 962-7729
45 Total Sales
3 in West Berkeley
$505K - $1.5M Price Range
1516 Fifth St Berkeley, CA 94710
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,834,604
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,828
Sq Ft
$740/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Home
- Updated Kitchen
- Stone Countertops
- Rosa Parks Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of October 2021A vision come true!Built in 1906, the property went through multiple transformations to become what it is today-a versatile live-work home in vibrant North-West Berkeley.With vast 3,828 sf spreading over 3 levels, possibilities for use of space are endless.The main entry foyer opens up to a bright living room with soaring ceilings.Formal dining room & the impeccably updated kitchen create perfect entertaining area.1 Bdr,full bath,& a study with balcony access complete the space.Top floor is a dedicated primary Bdr retreat with a full bath, TV room,office,generous walk-in closet,& outdoor terrace.The ground floor is reserved for a spacious office with a large conf room,kitchenette,1/2 bath,private offices,& extensive storage. Set on 2 parcels, the backyard provides same flexibility with an option of building 2 additional semi-detached units.With proximity to 4th Street shopping and dining,Berkeley Marina,& Eastshore State Park, this opportunity is a lifestyle choice like no other.
Last Buyer's Agent
Steve Smith
License #01330154
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 7,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Perimeter Fence
- Level Lot
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
- Property is zoned MUR
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Sound System
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- Tandem Parking
- Parking Lot
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Zoned Heating
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5923167
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2023
Sold by
Bustamante Susan and Bustamante Andres
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2021
Closed on
Oct 4, 2021
Sold by
Friedman Doree and The Doree Friedman 1994 Trust
Bought by
Bustamante Susan and Lopez Douzoglou Andres
Seller's Agent
Elena Mendelson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Steve Smith
List Price
$2,479,000
Sold Price
$2,805,000
Premium/Discount to List
$326,000
13.15%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.21%
Original Mortgage
$1,920,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 2018
Sold by
Kuhlmann Kirsten
Bought by
Kuhlmann Kirsten and Kuhlmann Kirsten
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 5, 2015
Sold by
1516 Fifth Street Llc
Bought by
Friedman Doree and Doree Friedman 1994 Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,030,737
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2012
Sold by
1516 5Th Street Llc
Bought by
1516 Fifth Street Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$577,500
Interest Rate
3.33%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 2001
Sold by
Hale Thomas Haire and Hale Elizabeth Ellen
Bought by
1516 5Th Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 1997
Sold by
Hale Thomas H
Bought by
Hale Thomas Haire and Thomas Haire
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| Bustamante Susan | $2,805,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Kuhlmann Kirsten | -- | None Available | |
| Friedman Doree | $1,586,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| 1516 Fifth Street Llc | -- | North American Title Company | |
| 1516 5Th Llc | $625,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Hale Thomas Haire | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,920,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Friedman Doree | $1,030,737 | |
| Previous Owner | 1516 Fifth Street Llc | $577,500 | |
| Previous Owner | 1516 5Th Llc | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,805,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/15/2021 10/15/21 | Sold | $2,805,000 | +13.2% | $733 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2021 08/28/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2021 08/19/21 | For Sale | $2,479,000 | -- | $648 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $43,785 | $2,600,000 | $780,000 | $1,820,000 |
| 2025 | $40,627 | $2,976,665 | $892,999 | $2,083,666 |
| 2024 | $40,627 | $2,918,321 | $875,496 | $2,042,825 |
| 2023 | $39,841 | $2,861,100 | $858,330 | $2,002,770 |
| 2022 | $39,247 | $2,805,000 | $841,500 | $1,963,500 |
| 2021 | $25,277 | $1,727,496 | $820,222 | $914,274 |
| 2020 | $24,128 | $1,716,718 | $811,815 | $904,903 |
| 2019 | $23,479 | $1,683,063 | $795,900 | $887,163 |
| 2018 | $23,115 | $1,650,074 | $780,300 | $869,774 |
| 2017 | $22,246 | $1,617,720 | $765,000 | $852,720 |
| 2016 | $22,025 | $1,586,000 | $750,000 | $836,000 |
| 2015 | $12,049 | $768,218 | $276,558 | $491,660 |
| 2014 | $11,953 | $753,175 | $271,143 | $482,032 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elena Mendelson
Seller's Agent in 2021
Elena Mendelson
Compass
(925) 639-6574
2 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
SS
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Steve Smith
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40963810
APN: 059-2316-007-00
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