NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,168,000 - $1,402,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
932 Sq Ft
$1,439/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 11, 2023

Last sale price $1,350,000 $1,448 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,050/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bonus Room
  • Stone Countertops
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Double Pane Windows

About This Home

As of September 2023

Welcome to 1537 Carleton St., where the art of modern living meets the charm of Berkeley. This meticulously designed 2 bedroom, 2 bath home showcases exquisite designer touches and custom features. Incredible layout with desirable open kitchen/living/dining great room with Samsung smart appliances and 60” electric fireplace. An en suite luxurious bathroom is attached to primary bedroom with double vanity and tub. One of the standout features of this property is the detached flex space in the backyard, connected to the main house by a spacious deck. This versatile space offers so many possibilities for a modern lifestyle. The home also has a spacious garage with EV charging outlet and washer/dryer hookups with direct access into the home. Incredible attention to detail and quality craftsmanship is evident in so many details of this dynamic home. Not to be understated is the new landscaping in the front yard and the rear yard. Located in one of Berkeley’s most desirable neighborhoods, this home offers easy access to local parks, schools, shops, restaurants and freeway access. With its well-designed layout and exceptional features, 1537 Carleton St. is an amazing place to call home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jing Sun

Christie's Int'l Re Sf License #02195242 Listed on: 08/25/2023

Co-Listed By

Michelle Balog

Christie's Int'l Real Estate License #01353918

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Rusca

Compass License #02088674

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,279

Year Built

  • Built in 1946

Lot Details

  • 4,389 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Flag Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard
  • Property is zoned R-2

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Composition Shingle
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Window Screens
  • Bonus Room
  • Vinyl Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bay East Association
  • South Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5418017

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,279

Year Built

Built in 1946

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1946
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MLL338043
  • Subdivision Name: SOUTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Sacramento to Carleton
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Owner
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Screens
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Flag Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Composition Shingles, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: BAY EAST
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Zoning: R-2
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4389
  • Parcel Number: 5418017
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2023
Closed on
Sep 5, 2023
Sold by
Envision Living Inc
Bought by
Wu Joanne Chi and Liu Mark
Seller's Agent
Jing Sun
Christie's Int'l Re Sf
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Rusca
Compass
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$451,000
50.17%
Views
5
Current Estimated Value
$1,341,244

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,756
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.36%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2023
Closed on
Aug 29, 2023
Sold by
Carrington Willie A
Bought by
Envision Living Inc
Seller's Agent
Jing Sun
Christie's Int'l Re Sf
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Rusca
Compass
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$451,000
50.17%
Views
5

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2023
Closed on
Mar 9, 2023
Sold by
Virgie Johnson Trust
Bought by
Envision Living Inc
Seller's Agent
Reva Tolbert
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Balog
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$735,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-5.16%
Views
26

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
237.36%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 2022
Sold by
Virgie Johnson Trust
Bought by
Carrington Willie A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 15, 2018
Sold by
Johnson Virgie
Bought by
Johnson Virgie and Virgie Johnson Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wu Joanne Chi $1,350,000 Chicago Title
Envision Living Inc -- Chicago Title
Envision Living Inc $735,000 Chicago Title
Carrington Willie A -- None Listed On Document
Johnson Virgie -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Johnson Virgie $1,148,400
Previous Owner Johnson Virgie R $544,185
Previous Owner Johnson Virgie R $20,000
Previous Owner Johnson Virgie R $135,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,350,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $735,000 -- --
09/11/2023 09/11/23 Sold $1,350,000 +50.2% $1,448 / Sq Ft
09/01/2023 09/01/23 Pending -- -- --
08/25/2023 08/25/23 For Sale $899,000 +22.3% $965 / Sq Ft
03/14/2023 03/14/23 Sold $735,000 -5.2% $813 / Sq Ft
03/07/2023 03/07/23 Pending -- -- --
02/21/2023 02/21/23 Price Changed $775,000 0.0% $857 / Sq Ft
02/21/2023 02/21/23 For Sale $775,000 -13.4% $857 / Sq Ft
02/14/2023 02/14/23 Pending -- -- --
02/03/2023 02/03/23 For Sale $895,000 -- $990 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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 $19,279 $1,344,400 $405,000 $945,000
2023 $3,022 $48,073 $22,622 $25,451
2022 $2,782 $40,131 $22,179 $24,952
2021 $2,756 $39,206 $21,744 $24,462
2020 $2,556 $45,733 $21,521 $24,212
2019 $2,383 $44,837 $21,100 $23,737
2018 $2,307 $43,958 $20,686 $23,272
2017 $2,188 $43,095 $20,280 $22,815
2016 $2,047 $42,251 $19,883 $22,368
2015 $2,001 $41,616 $19,584 $22,032
2014 $1,952 $40,800 $19,200 $21,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41037196

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 054-1801-007-00