NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1538 Berkeley St Unit 3 Santa Monica, CA 90404

Mid-City Santa Monica Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $882,000 - $1,208,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,172 Sq Ft
$847/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 13, 2017

Last sale price $781,000 $666 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,430/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Trees
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • McKinley Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Bar

About This Home

As of July 2017

Charming, immaculate 2-bedroom/1.5-bath townhouse situated in a quaint 7 unit complex in the heart of Santa Monica. Spacious & bright open living and dining rooms with wood floors, gas fireplace and French doors leading to large enclosed front patio perfect for indoor/outdoor living. Sunny kitchen with breakfast counter and stainless steel appliances plus a powder room complete the downstairs. The two master-sized bedrooms are flooded with light and offer ample closet space. Full bathroom features separate tub and shower. Bonus rear patio, washer/dryer and 1-car covered parking. Gated and pet friendly building, low HOA dues include earthquake insurance. A highly functional and relaxing place to call home. Amazing location close to shops, eateries, and the beach!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Pearson

Compass License #01420776 Listed on: 05/18/2017

Compass

Co-Listed By

Peter Kinnaird

DPP License #01742888

Last Buyer's Agent

Roxane Socarras

Nourmand & Associates-BW License #01990943

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 8,117 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home

HOA Fees

  • $379 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 1st floor

Interior Spaces

  • 1,172 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Views of Trees

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Powder Room

Laundry

  • Laundry Located Outside
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4267-026-084

Community Details

Overview

  • 7 Units

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

8,117 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$379 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Style: Contemporary
  • Street Number Display: Yes
  • Complex Name: 1538 Berkeley
  • Entry Floor: 1
  • Living Area: 1172
  • Planned Urban Dev: 0
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1964
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Laundry: Outside
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 579.35

Exterior Features

  • Tennis Court Y/N: No
  • Pool: No
  • View: Tree Top
  • View: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Garage: Carport
  • Total Parking: 1

Utilities

  • Earth Quake Ins: 1
  • Heating: Wall Gas
  • Security: Gated

Association/Amenities

  • Pet Rules: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • HOA Fees: 379.00
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4267-026-084
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8117

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 7

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2020
Sold by
Bujak Gregory Adam
Bought by
Wang Si and Bujak Gregory A
Current Estimated Value
$992,274

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$443,913
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$548,361

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 18, 2017
Closed on
Jun 23, 2017
Sold by
Collins Peter B
Bought by
Bujak Gregory Adam
Seller's Agent
Sarah Pearson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Roxane Socarras
Nourmand & Associates-BW
List Price
$679,000
Sold Price
$781,000
Premium/Discount to List
$102,000
15.02%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.80%
Original Mortgage
$637,500
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 19, 2016
Sold by
Collins Peter B
Bought by
Collins Peter B and Collins Margaret Lindsay Wolfington

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$476,000
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2007
Sold by
Riddle Lindsay Johnson
Bought by
Collins Peter B and Wlofington Lindsay

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$490,000
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 6, 2005
Sold by
Cummins Emily R
Bought by
Johnson Lindsay and Riddle Sean

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$490,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 24, 2005
Sold by
Cummins Paul F
Bought by
Cummins Emily R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 13, 2003
Sold by
Cummins Paul F
Bought by
Cummins Paul F and Cummins Mary Ann

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2000
Sold by
Arenson Vickie
Bought by
Cummins Paul F and Cummins Mary Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,600
Interest Rate
8.3%
Source: Public Records

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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
Wang Si -- Orange Coast Title Company
Bujak Gregory Adam $781,000 Fidelity Sherman Oaks
Collins Peter B -- Servicelink
Collins Peter B $615,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Johnson Lindsay $615,000 Equity Title Company
Cummins Emily R -- --
Cummins Paul F -- --
Cummins Paul F -- --
Cummins Paul F $232,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wang Si $500,000
Closed Bujak Gregory Adam $637,500
Previous Owner Collins Peter B $476,000
Previous Owner Collins Peter B $490,000
Previous Owner Johnson Lindsay $490,000
Previous Owner Cummins Paul F $185,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/13/2017 07/13/17 Sold $781,000 +15.0% $666 / Sq Ft
05/26/2017 05/26/17 Pending -- -- --
05/18/2017 05/18/17 For Sale $679,000 -- $579 / Sq Ft
Source: The MLS

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
2025 $10,653 $888,638 $710,913 $177,725
2024 $10,653 $871,215 $696,974 $174,241
2023 $10,478 $854,133 $683,308 $170,825
2022 $10,338 $837,386 $669,910 $167,476
2021 $10,068 $820,968 $656,775 $164,193
2019 $9,890 $796,620 $637,296 $159,324
2018 $9,308 $781,000 $624,800 $156,200
2016 $8,338 $696,032 $556,829 $139,203
2015 $7,389 $612,000 $490,000 $122,000
2014 $6,798 $557,000 $446,000 $111,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sarah Pearson

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Sarah Pearson

    Compass

    (310) 709-1699

    61 Total Sales

    Sarah Pearson
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  • Peter Kinnaird

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Peter Kinnaird

    DPP

    (323) 309-1582

    45 Total Sales

    Peter Kinnaird
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Roxane Socarras

    Nourmand & Associates-BW

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 17-231866

The MLS

APN: 4267-026-084

California Los Angeles County Santa Monica 90404 Mid-City Santa Monica

1538 Berkeley St Unit 3, Santa Monica, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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