1521 Stuart St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley Neighborhood
1
Bed
1
Bath
550
Sq Ft
5,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Cottage
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- Shed
About This Home
As of September 2024Nestled in the heart of Berkeley, this charming cottage offers limitless potential with a sprawling, 5,400-SF lot. A hidden oasis tucked behind a private fence; this idyllic property is zoned R2 which allows for 2 homes on the lot. Perfect for an owner or investor seeking to expand and develop, the beautiful grounds offer endless use cases. Dotted in fruit trees, gravel paths crisscross lush lawns, revealing a quaint cottage. A sunny, 550-SF space anchored in updated flooring, the 1-bed, 1-bath abode affords abundant windows for warmth and natural light. Reimagined with kitchen and bath upgrades, the pared back interior offers a sunlit space to create or entertain. Outfitted with sliding glass doors, the bedroom spills outward into an outdoor living space. The verdant property affords raised planter beds. Situated in a central location near Berkeley Bowl, San Pablo Park, and Ashby BART, this urban farm is quite possibly the best deal in Berkeley
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $11,910
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Home Design
- Duplex
- Cottage
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Laminate Flooring
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Wall Furnace
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- 550 Sq Ft Building
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 54173313
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2024
Closed on
Oct 23, 2024
Sold by
Rockridge Properties Llc
Bought by
Elmwood Enterprises Llc
Seller's Agent
Myron Potter
Buyer's Agent
Myron Potter
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.5%
Views
28
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
$13,562
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.70%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2024
Closed on
Sep 5, 2024
Sold by
Le Chi Thi Kim and Le Kyle
Bought by
Rockridge Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
Myron Potter
Buyer's Agent
Myron Potter
List Price
$829,000
Sold Price
$800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-3.5%
Views
28
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
6.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2021
Closed on
Jul 30, 2021
Sold by
Birch Amanda and Birch Paul
Bought by
Le Chi Thi Kim and Le Kyle
Seller's Agent
Myron Potter
Buyer's Agent
Myron Potter
List Price
$765,000
Sold Price
$790,000
Premium/Discount to List
$25,000
3.27%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.41%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2019
Sold by
Narimatsu Raymond K and The Raymond K Narimatsu And Gr
Bought by
Birch Amanda and Birch Paul
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $800,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $790,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $717,000 | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $520,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $800,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $790,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/09/2024 09/09/24 | Sold | $800,000 | -3.5% | $1,455 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2024 07/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/08/2024 05/08/24 | For Sale | $829,000 | +4.9% | $1,507 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2021 08/06/21 | Sold | $790,000 | +3.3% | $1,436 / Sq Ft |
| 07/29/2021 07/29/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2021 07/27/21 | For Sale | $765,000 | -- | $1,391 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $11,910 | $800,000 | $240,000 | $560,000 |
| 2024 | $11,910 | $821,915 | $246,574 | $575,341 |
| 2023 | $12,037 | $805,800 | $241,740 | $564,060 |
| 2022 | $11,390 | $790,000 | $237,000 | $553,000 |
| 2021 | $10,812 | $724,427 | $217,328 | $507,099 |
| 2020 | $10,721 | $717,000 | $215,100 | $501,900 |
| 2019 | $2,759 | $98,953 | $74,215 | $24,738 |
| 2018 | $2,688 | $97,013 | $72,760 | $24,253 |
| 2017 | $2,559 | $95,112 | $71,334 | $23,778 |
| 2016 | $2,450 | $93,246 | $69,935 | $23,311 |
| 2015 | $2,405 | $91,846 | $68,885 | $22,961 |
| 2014 | $2,322 | $90,048 | $67,536 | $22,512 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Myron Potter
Seller's Agent in 2024
Myron Potter
(617) 596-1751
2 in this area
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40960579
APN: 054-1733-013-00
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