1532 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94703
Downtown Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $890,000 - $1,305,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
929
Sq Ft
$1,271/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Home Office
About This Home
As of June 2022Endearing Berkeley Craftsman has modern features + sweet vintage elements to create a cohesive sense of place. Sunny west facing social rooms, double arched openings, arched entry, skylight, garden views from almost every room. Inviting covered porch, sited up from the street. The kitchen boasts abundant workspace, new cabinets, new counters, floating oak shelves. The spacious bathroom w/good storage. Bedrooms are separated by a short split-level. Amenities: refinished hardwood floors throughout, dual pane windows, new roof 2021, seismic and drainage updates, sewer lateral compliant, hot water heater 2022, new paint inside and out. Easy indoor/outdoor to flagstone backyard with Crabapple, Maple trees, roses. Interior access to lower finished room of 185 sq ft additional space for office/pantry/projects; access to separate laundry area, storage, and 1-car garage. Exceptionally-maintained, well-located with access to shops and transit, in historic McGee Spaulding Central Berkeley.
Last Buyer's Agent
Jaja Sudanthi
Ashby & Graff License #02110329
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,345
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 2,322 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Skylights
- Insulated Windows
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Solar Tube
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision, Craftsman Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5519132
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 26, 2022
Closed on
May 20, 2022
Sold by
Stephanie Solar Living Trust
Bought by
Feng Xiaochen and Chung Gregory Albert
Seller's Agent
Tracy McBride
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jaja Sudanthi
Ashby & Graff
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$451,000
47.52%
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
-$219,362
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 2005
Sold by
Solar Stephanie Deborah
Bought by
Solar Stephanie and Stephanie Solar Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 7, 2004
Sold by
Moore Teresa M
Bought by
Solar Stephanie Deborah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,700
Interest Rate
5.94%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 1999
Sold by
Mah Joan and Mah Jerry S
Bought by
Moore Teresa M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,900
Interest Rate
6.79%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 1998
Sold by
Torio Leoncio S and Torio Jovita O
Bought by
Mah Jerry S and Mah Joan T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 1997
Sold by
Torio Leoncio S and Torio Jovita O
Bought by
Mah Jerry S and Mah Joan T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
8.15%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 1996
Sold by
Torio Leoncio S and Torio Jovita O
Bought by
Mah Joan T and Mah Jerry S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 24, 1995
Sold by
Mah Joan T
Bought by
Mah Jerry S and Mah Joan T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 8, 1995
Sold by
Torio Leoncio S and Torio Jovita O
Bought by
Mah Joan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 29, 1994
Sold by
Torio Leoncio S and Torio Jovita O
Bought by
Mah Joan
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feng Xiaochen | $1,400,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Solar Stephanie | -- | -- | |
| Solar Stephanie Deborah | $557,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Moore Teresa M | $265,000 | First California Title Compa | |
| Mah Jerry S | -- | -- | |
| Mah Jerry S | -- | -- | |
| Mah Joan T | -- | -- | |
| Mah Jerry S | -- | -- | |
| Mah Joan | -- | -- | |
| Mah Joan | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Solar Stephanie | $381,878 | |
| Previous Owner | Solar Stephanie | $56,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Solar Stephanie | $346,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Solar Stephanie | $120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Solar Stephanie Deborah | $333,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Teresa M | $233,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Teresa M | $26,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Moore Teresa M | $236,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Mah Jerry S | $135,000 | |
| Closed | Solar Stephanie Deborah | $48,300 | |
| Closed | Feng Xiaochen | $0 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,400,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/07/2022 06/07/22 | Sold | $1,400,000 | +47.5% | $1,507 / Sq Ft |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2022 04/26/22 | For Sale | $949,000 | -- | $1,022 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19,345 | $1,193,000 | $360,000 | $840,000 |
| 2023 | $18,149 | $1,288,000 | $386,400 | $901,600 |
| 2022 | $11,404 | $724,568 | $219,470 | $512,098 |
| 2021 | $11,429 | $710,225 | $215,167 | $502,058 |
| 2020 | $10,814 | $709,873 | $212,962 | $496,911 |
| 2019 | $10,385 | $695,960 | $208,788 | $487,172 |
| 2018 | $10,210 | $682,318 | $204,695 | $477,623 |
| 2017 | $9,854 | $668,945 | $200,683 | $468,262 |
| 2016 | $9,536 | $655,833 | $196,750 | $459,083 |
| 2015 | $9,408 | $645,985 | $193,795 | $452,190 |
| 2014 | $8,466 | $563,000 | $168,900 | $394,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Tracy McBride
T
Seller's Agent in 2022
Tracy McBride
Compass
(510) 517-6202
4 in this area
36 Total Sales
-
J
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jaja Sudanthi
Ashby & Graff
(415) 729-5589
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40990453
APN: 055-1913-002-00
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