NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1526 Josephine St Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,939,985

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,476 Sq Ft
$1,314/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 26, 2017

Last sale price $1,575,000 $1,067 Per Sq Ft

Est. 23% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,836/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Recreation Room
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2017

Very special home. 1920's Craftsman charm with tasteful eco conscious remodel of baths, dining room and kitchen - copper sink, cherry cabinets, stone counters, skylight and a great family room addition opening onto the amazing drought tolerant garden, patio, veggie box, fig tree and redwood tree. Coveted location. Comfy proportions. Upgraded systems! This place is just blocks from the "Gourmet Ghetto", North Berkeley BART. You want coffee? a public library & pool & park? Fine restaurants and pizza? These are your neighborhood spots! Urban convenience, neighborhood feel. Perfect! This one is home.

Last Listed By

Colleen Larkin

THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #00874780 Listed on: 07/08/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,967

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Raised Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Filtration System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Shed

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • N Berkeley Subdivision, Craftsman Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59227210

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,967

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Subdivision Name: N BERKELEY
  • Directions: Just north of Cedar!
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Ceiling Insulation, Insulation - Partial, Insulation - Per Owner, Walls Insulated
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile, Wood
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Rec/Rumpus Room, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Slab
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Enclosed

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Garage, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5400
  • Parcel Number: 59227210
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2017
Closed on
Jul 20, 2017
Sold by
Carman Richard Alan and Carman Mara W
Bought by
Wilson Casey L and The Casey L Wilson 2015 Trust
Seller's Agent
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Buyer's Agent
AARON BROWN
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$1,175,000
Sold Price
$1,575,000
Premium/Discount to List
$400,000
34.04%
Total Days on Market
10
Current Estimated Value
$1,939,985

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$364,985
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.04%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2011
Sold by
Carman Richard Alan and Carman Mara W
Bought by
Carman Richard Alan and Carman Mara W

Range of Values:

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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
Wilson Casey L $1,575,000 Chicago Title Company
Carman Richard Alan -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Carmen Richard Alan $360,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $370,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $150,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $100,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $375,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $263,000
Previous Owner Carman Richard Alan $220,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,575,000 -- --
07/26/2017 07/26/17 Sold $1,575,000 +34.0% $1,067 / Sq Ft
07/18/2017 07/18/17 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2017 07/08/17 For Sale $1,175,000 -- $796 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $24,967 $1,749,911 $527,073 $1,229,838
2023 $24,431 $1,722,467 $516,740 $1,205,727
2022 $23,954 $1,681,698 $506,609 $1,182,089
2021 $24,669 $1,648,591 $496,677 $1,158,914
2020 $22,769 $1,638,630 $491,589 $1,147,041
2019 $22,117 $1,606,500 $481,950 $1,124,550
2018 $21,877 $1,575,000 $472,500 $1,102,500
2017 $7,482 $440,412 $122,956 $317,456
2016 $7,198 $431,778 $120,546 $311,232
2015 $7,089 $425,295 $118,736 $306,559
2014 $6,966 $416,964 $116,410 $300,554
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Colleen Larkin

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Colleen Larkin

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

    (510) 816-2507

    4 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Colleen Larkin
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  • AARON BROWN

    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    AARON BROWN

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 334-6952

    2 in this area

    120 Total Sales

    AARON BROWN
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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40788539

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2272-010-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 North Berkeley

1526 Josephine St, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 1526 Josephine St, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 08 July 2017 and is currently priced at $1,939,985, approximately $1,314 per square foot. This property was built in 1922. 1526 Josephine St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Washington Elementary School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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