1537 Carleton St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
904
Sq Ft
4,389
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Tile Countertops
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Bungalow
About This Home
As of September 2023BACK ON THE MARKET! This central Berkeley fixer is ready for a fresh start. The versatile living/dining room opens to a sunny kitchen with vintage flair and access to the garage. Two rear bedrooms overlook a huge yard with plenty of space for enjoying the outdoors. Original features include roomy kitchen cabinets, corner windows and colorful, contrasting tiles. Tucked away on a charming street in Grove Park, this home is minutes from Cal and everything Berkeley has to offer, including popular restaurants, an array of entertainment options and weekly outdoor markets. Convenient transportation options include Ashby and Downtown Berkeley BART stations and several major transit lines.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #01231497 Listed on: 02/03/2023
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,279
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- 4,389 Sq Ft Lot
- Wood Fence
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Front Facing Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Tile Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Wall Furnace
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5418017
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
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
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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 | $1,350,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $735,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $1,148,400 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $544,185 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $135,000 | Stand Alone First |
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: 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 | $19,279 | $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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
J
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jing Sun
Christie's Int'l Re Sf
(415) 319-3828
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
-
Reva Tolbert
Seller's Agent in 2023
Reva Tolbert
Coldwell Banker Realty
(415) 533-4998
2 in this area
118 Total Sales
-
Michelle Balog
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Michelle Balog
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
(415) 810-7890
2 in this area
110 Total Sales
-
Andrew Rusca
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Andrew Rusca
Compass
(510) 338-8489
1 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Marcelle Plymer
Arriaga Real Estate
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41018502
APN: 054-1801-007-00
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