NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,934,000 - $2,113,000

3 Beds
3 Baths
1,506 Sq Ft
$1,329/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 20, 2024

Last sale price $2,325,000 $1,544 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,711/month

About This Home

As of May 2024

This is it! Nestled in the heart of North Berkeley, 1521 McGee provides the perfect blend of sophistication and functionality. The house features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, while the versatile detached garden studio is perfect for multi-generational living, a home office, or guest quarters. Venture outside to a park-like backyard oasis with mature landscaping that wraps around the home, you’ll enjoy privacy and seclusion with ample space to entertain on the patio, soak in the hot tub, or just savor the tranquil environment surrounded by beautiful Japanese maple trees and lush greenery. The sunlit interior features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, skylights throughout, and an open floor plan – creating an easy flow between the updated chef’s kitchen and the living space. There are two bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs and a spacious primary suite upstairs. Conveniently located near Gourmet Ghetto shops and restaurants, Monterey Market, multiple parks, farmers’ market, and North Berkeley BART, this home offers the best of Berkeley living. With a spacious 2-car driveway and abundant storage, you’ll have both comfort and convenience in this A+ location!

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2024
Closed on
May 14, 2024
Sold by
Way David and Way Heather
Bought by
Donald And Daphne White Living Trust and White
Seller's Agent
Roxanna Ahlbach
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Ridge
District Homes
List Price
$1,325,000
Sold Price
$2,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,000,000
75.47%
Views
99
Current Estimated Value
$2,001,040

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$323,960
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-11.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 2016
Sold by
Gibson Frances
Bought by
Way David and Way Heather

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2006
Sold by
Prudential Relocation Inc
Bought by
Gibson Frances

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2006
Sold by
Bernier Kevin D
Bought by
Prudential Relocation Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 17, 2003
Sold by
Price Jennifer A and The Jennifer A Price Revocable
Bought by
Bernier Kevin D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,800
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 20, 2001
Sold by
Price Jennifer A
Bought by
Price Jennifer A and The Jennifer A Price Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 1998
Sold by
Hembree Jean and Hembree K C
Bought by
Price Jennifer A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,000
Interest Rate
6.97%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Donald And Daphne White Living Trust $2,325,000 Chicago Title
Way David $1,380,000 Old Republic Title Company
Gibson Frances $875,000 First American Title Co
Prudential Relocation Inc $875,000 First American Title Co
Bernier Kevin D $701,000 Placer Title Company
Price Jennifer A -- --
Price Jennifer A $289,000 Nortwestern Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Way David $900,000
Previous Owner Bernier Kevin D $100,000
Previous Owner Bernier Kevin D $560,800
Previous Owner Price Jennifer A $100,000
Previous Owner Price Jennifer A $34,000
Previous Owner Price Jennifer A $227,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,325,000 -- --
05/20/2024 05/20/24 Sold $2,325,000 +75.5% $1,544 / Sq Ft
05/09/2024 05/09/24 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2024 04/24/24 For Sale $1,325,000 -- $880 / Sq Ft

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 $21,695 $1,949,203 $586,860 $1,369,343
2024 $21,695 $1,570,177 $471,053 $1,099,124
2023 $21,274 $1,539,390 $461,817 $1,077,573
2022 $20,962 $1,509,208 $452,762 $1,056,446
2021 $21,059 $1,479,621 $443,886 $1,035,735
2020 $20,106 $1,464,455 $439,336 $1,025,119
2019 $19,510 $1,435,751 $430,725 $1,005,026
2018 $19,226 $1,407,600 $422,280 $985,320
2017 $18,583 $1,380,000 $414,000 $966,000
2016 $13,866 $1,010,064 $303,019 $707,045
2015 $13,690 $994,900 $298,470 $696,430
2014 $12,508 $890,000 $267,000 $623,000
Source: Public Records

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