NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1538 Berkeley St Unit 4 Santa Monica, CA 90404

Mid-City Santa Monica Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $971,000 - $1,287,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,172 Sq Ft
$919/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 11, 2018

Last sale price $810,000 $691 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,147/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of December 2018

Stunning townhome in a charming 7-unit complex in the heart of Santa Monica. The light-filled living room features hardwood floors, a gas fireplace, crown moldings and sliding glass doors that open to a private front patio for an indoor/outdoor living. A formal dining room, updated kitchen with newer appliances, large back patio, and powder room complete the first floor. Both extra-large bedrooms have spacious closets and the master bath features dual sinks with a separate tub and shower. The property is complete with in-unit laundry and 1 covered parking space, in a gated and pet-friendly building with low HOA dues that include EQ insurance in a fantastic Santa Monica location. The fireplace is a decorative only.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Hofit Kahn

Compass License #01983538 Listed on: 08/22/2018

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Hofit Kahn

Compass License #01983538 Listed on: 08/22/2018

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,821

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 8,117 Sq Ft Lot
  • Gated Home

HOA Fees

  • $379 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • Carport

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1,172 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Powder Room

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
  • Heating System Mounted To A Wall or Window

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 4267-026-085

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include building and grounds, earthquake insurance, trash, water
  • 7 Units

Pet Policy

  • Pets Allowed

Security

  • Controlled Access

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,821

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

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
  • Unit Floor In Building: 1
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Number Of Photos: 31
  • State Abbrv: CA
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Fireplace Rooms: Gas, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Full Bathroom: 1
  • Half Bathroom: 1
  • Common Walls: Attached
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: 1
  • Family Room: 0
  • Laundry: In Unit
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Den: 0
  • Equipment: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Price Per S Q F T: 681.74

Exterior Features

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

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking: 1
  • Parking Garage: Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)
  • Earth Quake Ins: 1
  • Heating: Wall Gas
  • Security: Gated

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities: Controlled Access
  • Pet Rules: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fees Include: Building and Grounds, Earthquake Insurance, Trash, Water
  • HOA Fees: 379.00
  • HOA: Yes

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 4267-026-085
  • Geocode Override: No
  • Lot Size Area: 8117

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units: 7

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2018
Closed on
Nov 26, 2018
Sold by
Gopal Robin
Bought by
Gopal Sunil
Seller's Agent
Hofit Kahn
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Hofit Kahn
Compass
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,000
-9.9%
Current Estimated Value
$1,076,617

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$266,617
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.34%
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 22, 2018
Closed on
Nov 21, 2018
Sold by
Arbib Eli and Aviv Ann M Mellbin
Bought by
Gopal Sunil
Seller's Agent
Hofit Kahn
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Hofit Kahn
Compass
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$810,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$89,000
-9.9%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 26, 2012
Closed on
Jun 28, 2012
Sold by
Negus Almaz
Bought by
Arbib Eli Aviv and Aviv Ann M Mellbin
Seller's Agent
Richard Ruggaber
No Firm Affiliation
Buyer's Agent
Austin Rogers
Keller Williams Newport Estates
Sold Price
$520,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2009
Sold by
Tamkin Catherine M
Bought by
Negus Almaz

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2005
Sold by
Wasserman Robert Joel and Wasserman Renee Shpall
Bought by
Tamkin Catherine M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$461,250
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2002
Sold by
Wasserman Renee Shpall and Shpall Renee
Bought by
Wasserman Robert Joel

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 8, 2000
Sold by
Martin Darnell
Bought by
Shpall Renee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
7.86%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1999
Sold by
Schmidt Tynan Ray and Mladinov Cynthia Marie
Bought by
Martin Darnell

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,000
Interest Rate
7.51%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Gopal Sunil -- Usa National Title Co
Gopal Sunil $810,000 Usa National Title Co
Arbib Eli Aviv $520,000 Lawyers Title
Negus Almaz $515,500 Equity Title Los Angeles
Tamkin Catherine M -- Provident Title
Wasserman Robert Joel -- Provident Title Company
Shpall Renee $257,500 Equity Title Company
Martin Darnell $210,000 Equity Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gopal Sunil $725,000
Closed Gopal Sunil $738,000
Closed Gopal Sunil $648,000
Closed Gopal Sunil $81,000
Previous Owner Arbib Eli Aviv $396,500
Previous Owner Arbib Eli Aviv $416,000
Previous Owner Negus Almaz $408,000
Previous Owner Tamkin Catherine M $461,250
Previous Owner Raphalian Carole J $98,516
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $206,000
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $206,500
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $206,500
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $205,500
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $206,000
Previous Owner Shpall Renee $206,000
Previous Owner Martin Darnell $185,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/11/2018 12/11/18 Sold $810,000 +1.4% $691 / Sq Ft
10/22/2018 10/22/18 Price Changed $799,000 -5.9% $682 / Sq Ft
10/01/2018 10/01/18 Price Changed $849,000 -1.8% $724 / Sq Ft
09/15/2018 09/15/18 Price Changed $865,000 -1.6% $738 / Sq Ft
09/08/2018 09/08/18 Price Changed $879,000 -2.2% $750 / Sq Ft
08/22/2018 08/22/18 For Sale $899,000 +72.9% $767 / Sq Ft
07/27/2012 07/27/12 Sold $520,000 -- $444 / Sq Ft
06/26/2012 06/26/12 Pending -- -- --
Source: The MLS

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
2025 $10,821 $903,565 $722,854 $180,711
2024 $10,821 $885,849 $708,681 $177,168
2023 $10,644 $868,481 $694,786 $173,695
2022 $10,502 $851,453 $681,163 $170,290
2021 $10,228 $834,758 $667,807 $166,951
2019 $10,130 $810,000 $648,000 $162,000
2018 $6,839 $562,771 $450,218 $112,553
2016 $6,576 $540,921 $432,737 $108,184
2015 $6,487 $532,796 $426,237 $106,559
2014 $6,402 $522,360 $417,888 $104,472
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Hofit Kahn

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Hofit Kahn

    Compass

    (310) 463-8049

    69 Total Sales

    Hofit Kahn
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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Richard Ruggaber

    No Firm Affiliation

  • A

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Austin Rogers

    Keller Williams Newport Estates

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Map

Source: The MLS

MLS Number: 18-378230

The MLS

APN: 4267-026-085

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

1538 Berkeley St Unit 4, Santa Monica, CA

This home is located at 1538 Berkeley St Unit 4, Santa Monica, CA 90404 since 22 August 2018 and is currently estimated at $1,076,617, approximately $918 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 1538 Berkeley St Unit 4 is a home located in Los Angeles County with nearby schools including McKinley Elementary School, Lincoln Middle School, and Santa Monica High School.

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