1537 Bancroft Way Berkeley, CA 94703
Downtown Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,284,000 - $1,430,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,270
Sq Ft
$1,094/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Stone Countertops
- Home Office
About This Home
As of August 2022Charming and serene Central Berkeley bungalow! Beautiful garden views from living and dining rooms, 2 bedrooms plus flex space in the main house, plus a studio with full bathroom. Rustic mid-century vibe with natural woodwork, combined with modern updates, including recessed LED lights, quartz counters and new appliances. Lovely light from windows and skylights. Peaceful brick patio is accessed from the dining room as well as French doors from the studio. Additional laundry room/workshop. 81 Walkscore and 100 Bikescore! Close to parks, transportation and many of Berkeley's favorite amenities. Less than a mile to Downtown Berkeley BART, Cal campus and surrounding shops and restaurants. Open 7/31 2-4:30.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kai Real Estate License #01762935 Listed on: 07/20/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,192
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 3,136 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Baseboard Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 56200120
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 20, 2022
Closed on
Aug 15, 2022
Sold by
Yeou Hsu Jean
Bought by
Hara Bryan Lee
Seller's Agent
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Sohn
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$1,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$505,000
56.42%
Total Days on Market
13
Views
5
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
-$11,151
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.29%
Original Mortgage
$1,120,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,058,054
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$330,795
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 2020
Sold by
Neylon Tyler
Bought by
Hsu Jean Yeou
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2014
Sold by
Diamond Randa C Miranda and The Randa C Miranda Diamond Re
Bought by
Neylon Tyler and Hsu Jean
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 27, 1996
Sold by
Diamond Randa C and Diamond Grace C
Bought by
The Randa C Miranda Diamond Revocable Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 1994
Sold by
Diamond Grace C and Diamond Randa Carmen
Bought by
Diamond Randa C Miranda and Randa C Miranda Diamond Revoca
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hara Bryan Lee | $1,400,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Hsu Jean Yeou | -- | None Available | |
| Neylon Tyler | $700,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| The Randa C Miranda Diamond Revocable Tr | -- | -- | |
| Diamond Randa C Miranda | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hara Bryan Lee | $1,120,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hsu Jean Yeou | $484,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Neylon Tyler | $560,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,400,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/30/2022 08/30/22 | Sold | $1,400,000 | +56.4% | $1,102 / Sq Ft |
| 08/02/2022 08/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/20/2022 07/20/22 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $705 / 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 | $19,192 | $1,075,000 | $322,500 | $752,500 |
| 2023 | $18,719 | $1,288,000 | $386,400 | $901,600 |
| 2022 | $12,136 | $785,750 | $237,825 | $554,925 |
| 2021 | $12,174 | $770,210 | $233,163 | $544,047 |
| 2020 | $11,603 | $769,243 | $230,773 | $538,470 |
| 2019 | $11,226 | $754,165 | $226,249 | $527,916 |
| 2018 | $11,037 | $739,381 | $221,814 | $517,567 |
| 2017 | $10,656 | $724,884 | $217,465 | $507,419 |
| 2016 | $10,351 | $710,674 | $213,202 | $497,472 |
| 2015 | $10,219 | $700,000 | $210,000 | $490,000 |
| 2014 | $1,655 | $40,000 | $21,600 | $18,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jodi Nishimura
Seller's Agent in 2022
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
(510) 459-0471
5 in this area
185 Total Sales
-
Andrew Sohn
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Andrew Sohn
Vanguard Properties
(510) 701-2100
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41002340
APN: 056-2001-020-00
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