Seller's Agent in 2026
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
(510) 459-0471
20 in this area
192 Total Sales
1525 Tyler St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,226
Sq Ft
4,356
Sq Ft
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- 4-minute walk to Prince Street Mini Park
About This Home
As of February 2026Beautiful Mediterranean residence on a quiet Berkeley street. Filled w/ natural light, this spacious 2+-br, 1.5-ba home features hardwood floors, custom built-ins & flexible living spaces including an office or guest room & a large permitted cottage-style family/rec room (measured at an additional 347sf for a total of 1573sf) plus a workshop (semi-finished garage at an additional 239sf). The living room features multi-light and stained glass windows & a cozy fireplace with custom cabinetry. The updated kitchen offers island seating & ample storage. French doors open onto the deck and backyard. The primary bedroom faces the garden & also features French doors for outdoor enjoyment. Major system upgrades include seismic retrofitting, updated plumbing, 200 amp electrical, French drain, heat pump HVAC w/ central air, dual-pane windows, integrated wired internet system & newer roofing w/ owned photovoltaic solar panels. The private fenced yard features garden beds, mature citrus, pomegranate & guava trees. Off-street parking and a long driveway complete this versatile property (ADU conversion possibilities?). Exceptional connectivity (Walk Score 90, Bike Score 96) to favorite local eateries, parks & amenities, and approx 1⁄2 mi. to Ashby BART.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kai Real Estate Brokerage Email: jodi@kairealestate.com License #01762935 Listed on: 01/14/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Jill Carrigan
License #01272525
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Flat Roof Shape
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
- Tankless Water Heater
Additional Features
- Solar owned by seller
- 4,725 Sq Ft Lot
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 53161210
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Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 10, 2023
Sold by
Edmonds Macharia
Bought by
Edmonds Macharia and Dean Anne H
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 13, 2022
Closed on
Aug 15, 2022
Sold by
Haxo Aileen F and Haxo Jacob
Bought by
Edmonds Macharia and Edmonds Anne H
Seller's Agent
Martha Becker
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$1,098,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$502,000
45.72%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.50%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Interest Rate
4.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 18, 2000
Sold by
Majors Patricia and Estate Of Ruby Christine Smith
Bought by
Haxo Aileen F and Clingerman Jacob
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
8.24%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 1997
Sold by
Majors Ruby C and Majors Ruby C
Bought by
Smitherman Ruby C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,000
Interest Rate
7.56%
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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 | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,600,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $225,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | United Independent Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $900,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $180,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $40,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $22,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | Sold | $1,630,000 | +36.4% | $1,330 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/28/2026 01/28/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 01/14/2026 01/14/26 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -25.3% | $975 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,600,000 | -- | -- | |
| 08/19/2022 08/19/22 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +45.7% | $1,581 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/27/2022 07/27/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | For Sale | $1,098,000 | -- | $1,085 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $20,576 | $1,543,000 | $465,000 | $1,085,000 |
| 2024 | $20,576 | $1,543,000 | $465,000 | $1,085,000 |
| 2023 | $19,613 | $1,472,000 | $441,600 | $1,030,400 |
| 2022 | $5,831 | $325,857 | $97,757 | $228,100 |
| 2021 | $5,831 | $319,470 | $95,841 | $223,629 |
| 2020 | $5,493 | $316,196 | $94,859 | $221,337 |
| 2019 | $5,246 | $309,997 | $92,999 | $216,998 |
| 2018 | $5,149 | $303,920 | $91,176 | $212,744 |
| 2017 | $4,944 | $297,962 | $89,388 | $208,574 |
| 2016 | $4,759 | $292,121 | $87,636 | $204,485 |
| 2015 | $4,693 | $287,734 | $86,320 | $201,414 |
| 2014 | $4,652 | $282,097 | $84,629 | $197,468 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jodi Nishimura
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J
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jill Carrigan
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Martha Becker
Seller's Agent in 2022
Martha Becker
(510) 872-6771
2 in this area
45 Total Sales
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O
Buyer's Agent in 2022
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41120883
APN: 053-1612-010-00
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