1539 Walnut St Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,270
Sq Ft
1,920
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Stone Countertops
- Bungalow
About This Home
As of March 2025Located in a highly desirable North Berkeley neighborhood known for its terrific restaurants and shops, this sweet two story home is just a few blocks from UC, The Cheeseboard (gourmet breads, cheeses&pizza), takeout at Gregoire’s, coffee at Vanne Bistro, Café Parisien’s fabulous French pastries, the original Peet’s Coffee (don’t miss the Alfred Peet museum), and of course, internationally known Chez Panisse. Walnut Square shops are just a short stroll down the street. Main Floor: kitchen (pantry, updated cabinetry with quartz countertop, new flooring), laundry area (washer & dryer included in sale); wood burning fireplace, living & formal dining rooms; Upper Level: two bedrooms & an elegant bath with skylight, refinished tub/shower, glass shower enclosure, new vanity and fixtures ... plus a bonus room, with windows on three sides. French doors in the front bedroom open onto a balcony overlooking the streetside scene below. Lusciously light and bright interior is delightfully refreshed with new paint and newly refinished wood floors. No garage, no driveway — sellers have lived here happily for over 33 years with on-street parking. Residential parking permits are available for residents. UC and BART nearby. OPEN SUN 2/16-2/23 2:00-4:30 pm; OPEN THURS 2/20 9:30am-noon
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,632
Year Built
- Built in 1921
Lot Details
- 1,920 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Combination Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Floor Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- North West Berk Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 59225918
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 14, 2025
Closed on
Mar 3, 2025
Sold by
Tangney John Dominic and Lutynski Patricia Ann
Bought by
Fan Duoming and Shen Jimmy-Xuan
Seller's Agent
Ira & Carol Serkes
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Matt Vance
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$450,000
45%
Total Days on Market
11
Views
35
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-60.16%
Original Mortgage
$1,160,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,159,028
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$3,626
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2024
Sold by
Tangney And Lutynski Family Trust and Tangney John Dominic
Bought by
Tangney John Dominic and Lutynski Patricia Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 16, 2019
Sold by
Tangney John and Lutynski Patricia
Bought by
Tangney John Dominic and Lutynski Patricia Ann
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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 | $1,450,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $153,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $190,400 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | Sold | $1,450,000 | +45.0% | $1,142 / Sq Ft |
| 02/25/2025 02/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/14/2025 02/14/25 | For Sale | $1,000,000 | -- | $787 / 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 | $8,632 | $435,070 | $132,621 | $309,449 |
| 2023 | $8,391 | $433,402 | $130,020 | $303,382 |
| 2022 | $8,376 | $417,905 | $127,471 | $297,434 |
| 2021 | $8,378 | $409,574 | $124,972 | $291,602 |
| 2020 | $7,943 | $412,304 | $123,691 | $288,613 |
| 2019 | $7,625 | $404,220 | $121,266 | $282,954 |
| 2018 | $7,462 | $396,294 | $118,888 | $277,406 |
| 2017 | $7,191 | $388,524 | $116,557 | $271,967 |
| 2016 | $6,922 | $380,908 | $114,272 | $266,636 |
| 2015 | $6,809 | $375,188 | $112,556 | $262,632 |
| 2014 | $6,729 | $367,840 | $110,352 | $257,488 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ira & Carol Serkes
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ira & Carol Serkes
Compass
(510) 684-3334
3 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Matt Vance
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Matt Vance
(510) 604-8000
2 in this area
96 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41085909
APN: 059-2259-018-00
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