NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1522 California St Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,435,000 - $1,731,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,312 Sq Ft
$1,217/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 27, 2023

Last sale price $1,630,000 $1,242 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $10,843/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • Quartz Countertops
  • 5-minute walk to Virginia-McGee Totland

About This Home

As of October 2023

Gorgeously Remodeled North Berkeley Gem. Spacious home features 3 Beds, 2 baths with approx. 1,312 SqFt of living space on an approx 4,800 SqFt lot. Remodeled kitchen w/ Quartz Countertops, New Cabinetry, Gas Stove, SS Sink and Hood over Range. Kitchen flows directly into your Dining Room. Living Room with a fireplace perfect for cozying up next to on cold winter nights. Beautiful Deck and well-defined garden beds host a delightful mix of flowers and trees in this backyard. Ample space for your green thumb to flourish, making this truly a gardener's paradise. Separate secondary backyard structure with many possible uses. Additional Highlights Include: Remodeled Bathrooms w/ Quartz shower enclosures, Freshly painted Interior and Exterior, Recessed Lighting and New Lifeproof Laminate throughout, Washer and Dryer. Short stroll away from Monterey Market, Cheese Board, Gourmet Ghetto and Shattuckk Ave. Close proximity to North Berkeley Bart station making this truly a commuters delight.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jordan Shea

Intero Real Estate Services License #02028056 Listed on: 09/13/2023

Intero Real Estate Services

Last Buyer's Agent

Steven Lam

Keller Williams License #02078128

Keller Williams

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,044

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 4,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,312 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Laminate Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Walk-in Shower

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Spa
  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 059-2284-029

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,044

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 99
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1312
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Zoning Description: SFR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Dining Room: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1312
  • Stories: 1
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Updated Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Pool Description: Spa - Above Ground
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Berkeley Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 059-2284-029
  • Lot Acres: 0.1102
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 4800.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 4800.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Low Flow Toilet

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 13, 2023
Closed on
Oct 23, 2023
Sold by
Feder Paul A
Bought by
Omar Ahmad and Ahmad Azza
Seller's Agent
Jordan Shea
Intero Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Steven Lam
Keller Williams
List Price
$1,098,000
Sold Price
$1,630,000
Premium/Discount to List
$532,000
48.45%
Total Days on Market
13
Views
168
Current Estimated Value
$1,597,244

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$32,756
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.23%
Original Mortgage
$1,467,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,446,300
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$150,944

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 24, 1996
Sold by
Goldin Regina C
Bought by
Feder Paul A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$180,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Omar Ahmad $1,630,000 Chicago Title
Feder Paul A $225,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Omar Ahmad $1,467,000
Previous Owner Feder Paul A $190,000
Previous Owner Feder Paul A $182,500
Previous Owner Feder Paul A $180,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/27/2023 10/27/23 Sold $1,630,000 +48.5% $1,242 / Sq Ft
09/27/2023 09/27/23 Pending -- -- --
09/13/2023 09/13/23 For Sale $1,098,000 -- $837 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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
2024 $23,044 $1,623,000 $489,000 $1,141,000
2023 $6,913 $359,247 $107,774 $251,473
2022 $6,695 $345,205 $105,661 $246,544
2021 $6,690 $338,300 $103,590 $241,710
2020 $6,287 $341,761 $102,528 $239,233
2019 $5,985 $335,060 $100,518 $234,542
2018 $5,863 $328,492 $98,547 $229,945
2017 $5,634 $322,053 $96,616 $225,437
2016 $5,408 $315,740 $94,722 $221,018
2015 $5,325 $310,998 $93,299 $217,699
2014 $5,267 $304,908 $91,472 $213,436
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jordan Shea

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jordan Shea

    Intero Real Estate Services

    (408) 476-7776

    1 in this area

    76 Total Sales

    Jordan Shea
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Steven Lam

    Keller Williams

    (510) 847-3541

    1 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Steven Lam
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81941755

MLSListings

APN: 059-2284-029-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 North Berkeley

1522 California St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1522 California St, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 13 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,597,244, approximately $1,217 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 1522 California St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Ruth Acty Elementary, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Thousand Oaks Elementary School.

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