NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,846,133 - $2,264,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,960 Sq Ft
$1,032/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 16, 2024

Last sale price $2,100,000 $1,071 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,446/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Bonus Room
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2024

Welcome to 1518 Josephine Street, a modern Craftsman-style residence nestled on one of the most coveted streets in North Berkeley. Just minutes from downtown Berkeley, Shattuck Avenue, North Berkeley BART, and Monterey Market, its location in a vibrant, flat, and walkable neighborhood is unparalleled. The home beautifully merges timeless architecture with contemporary updates. The interior features expansive windows in both the living and formal dining rooms, a meticulously preserved symmetrical bookcase, and an open floor plan that seamlessly connects the recently updated kitchen to the family room. Step outside to a spectacular 473 sq ft two-tiered deck with views of San Francisco, the skyline, and the bridge. The 5400 sq ft property boasts mature landscaping, diverse fruit trees, and a greenhouse. Key amenities include a detached 93 sq ft office, an oversized 442 sq ft carport that comfortably accommodates two cars, and a garage converted into a family room with a sunroom behind. Recent upgrades include a new roof and gutters (2024), updated kitchen and bathroom, newer furnace and water heater, and an upgraded electrical panel. This well-maintained three-bedroom home has been cherished by one family for over 50 years, making it a unique find on Josephine Street.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Ka Yee Sin

Compass License #02114562 Listed on: 04/29/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Grace Sun

Compass License #01945799

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,865

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Property Views

  • Bay
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Linoleum
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5922728

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,865

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Take Cedar St north to Josephine St
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Utility Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Greenbelt, San Francisco, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, See Remarks
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Utilities: Irrigation Available
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • 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

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5400
  • Parcel Number: 5922728
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 29, 2024
Closed on
May 13, 2024
Sold by
Robert H Lew Revocable Trust and Lew Bradley R
Bought by
Melody Spring Revocable Trust and Neuozan Llc
Seller's Agent
Judy Ka Yee Sin
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Grace Sun
Compass
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$705,000
50.54%
Views
31
Current Estimated Value
$2,016,577

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$83,423
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2007
Sold by
Lew Robert H
Bought by
Lew Robert H and Robert H Lew Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2001
Sold by
Lew Robert H
Bought by
Lew Robert H
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Melody Spring Revocable Trust $2,100,000 Old Republic Title
Lew Robert H -- First American Title Co
Lew Robert H -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lew Robert H $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,100,000 -- --
05/16/2024 05/16/24 Sold $2,100,000 +50.5% $1,071 / Sq Ft
05/09/2024 05/09/24 Pending -- -- --
04/29/2024 04/29/24 For Sale $1,395,000 -- $712 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $4,865 $2,142,000 $642,600 $1,499,400
2024 $4,865 $67,515 $40,142 $34,373
2023 $4,667 $73,054 $39,355 $33,699
2022 $4,443 $64,621 $38,583 $33,038
2021 $4,400 $63,217 $37,827 $32,390
2020 $4,015 $69,497 $37,439 $32,058
2019 $3,682 $68,135 $36,705 $31,430
2018 $3,561 $66,799 $35,985 $30,814
2017 $3,403 $65,489 $35,280 $30,209
2016 $3,157 $64,205 $34,588 $29,617
2015 $3,085 $63,240 $34,068 $29,172
2014 $2,952 $62,002 $33,401 $28,601
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41057813

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 059-2272-008-00