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Seller's Agent in 2026
Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo
Red Oak Realty
(510) 527-9111
1 in this area
45 Total Sales
1521 Josephine St Berkeley, CA 94703
North Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,025,000 - $2,368,000
4
Beds
6
Baths
3,434
Sq Ft
$633/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Fireplace
- Storage
About This Home
As of January 20261521 Josephine Street is a uniquely compelling opportunity to own a fully vacant four-unit property in North Berkeley’s famed Gourmet District. Tucked between Cedar and Vine on a picturesque tree-lined street, this vintage brown shingle compound features two charming buildings surrounded by greenery, flowers, vines, and inviting outdoor spaces that capture the natural beauty of North Berkeley. The front building includes a spacious three-bedroom and three full bath primary residence with hardwood floors, generous rooms, and a mix of meaningful architectural details and thoughtful updates throughout. Below it sits a large one-bedroom and one-bath unit with high ceilings and a comfortable layout. The rear building offers two twin studio units in an upper and lower unit configuration, ideal for rental income*, extended family, or flexible living. The property sits on a beautifully landscaped lot with layered plantings, Japanese maples, a welcoming front patio wrapped in green vines, and a wide back deck that creates harmonious integration of indoor and outdoor living. Fully vacant and ready for the next owner, this is a rare chance to purchase a multi-unit property in Berkeley with outstanding access to shops, restaurants, UC Berkeley, parks and more! *Buyer to investigate.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01906759 Listed on: 12/03/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Max Nelson
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc. License #02139786
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
- Backyard Sprinklers
- Back, Front, and Side Yard
- Low Maintenance Yard
- Garden
Home Design
- Quadruplex
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 3,434 Sq Ft Home
- Fireplace
- Storage
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 6 Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- Covered Parking
- Parking Lot
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Wall Furnace
- Separate Meters
- Individual Gas Meter
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- N. Berkeley Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 3, 2025
Closed on
Dec 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Max Nelson
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$2,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$355,000
19.78%
Views
80
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,239
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,600,000
Interest Rate
0.0623%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 17, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 16, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,468,944 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| -- | -- | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,600,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $264,930 | ||
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 01/12/26 | Sold | $2,150,000 | +19.8% | $626 / Sq Ft |
| 12/16/2025 12/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2025 12/03/25 | For Sale | $1,795,000 | -- | $523 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,355 | $350,192 | $81,247 | $275,945 |
| 2024 | $10,417 | $343,189 | $79,654 | $270,535 |
| 2023 | $10,144 | $343,324 | $78,093 | $265,231 |
| 2022 | $9,837 | $329,593 | $76,562 | $260,031 |
| 2021 | $9,776 | $322,992 | $75,060 | $254,932 |
| 2020 | $8,946 | $326,609 | $74,291 | $252,318 |
| 2019 | $8,260 | $320,206 | $72,834 | $247,372 |
| 2018 | $8,048 | $313,928 | $71,406 | $242,522 |
| 2017 | $7,733 | $307,773 | $70,006 | $237,767 |
| 2016 | $7,266 | $301,740 | $68,634 | $233,106 |
| 2015 | $7,136 | $297,208 | $67,603 | $229,605 |
| 2014 | $7,217 | $291,387 | $66,279 | $225,108 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo
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Gillian Leslie
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Gillian Leslie
Red Oak Realty
(510) 410-2344
10 in this area
130 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Max Nelson
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41118585
APN: 059-2271-029-00
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