NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 Josephine St Berkeley, CA 94703

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,350,000 - $2,612,359

6 Beds
4 Baths
2,954 Sq Ft
$726/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 25, 2021

Last sale price $2,185,000 $740 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,721/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Corner Lot
  • Direct Access Garage

About This Home

As of March 2021

Rare triplex in the heart of Berkeley. The home of one of G2 Design’s founders!! Lovingly restored to its original splendor. This one-of-a-kind property is a serene oasis situated on two of Berkeley's most coveted streets. 1813 Cedar is ideal, spacious single family home, with newer eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, media room, living room, and boasts 4BD/2BA. Additional duplex on Josephine for residential income or anyone needing flexible space. Duplex currently used as single family home with 2 kitchens, 2 bedrooms, light filled living rooms & 2 baths. 1540 unit has custom kitchen w/ basalt counters & new appliances, built-in benches in intimate dining area. European style combo stall bath & wall mounted sink in bath. Unique floor plan is adaptable for many living situations. Live in one and rent the others! Level private garden perfect for entertaining, dining or play. 3 individual garages. Private soaking hot tub. Urban dwellers retreat. All information and images should be indep

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Theresa Hope Broderick

The Agency License #01298281 Listed on: 02/05/2021

The Agency

Last Buyer's Agent

Katy Anderson

California 24 License #01739334

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,266

Year Built

  • Built in 1921

Lot Details

  • 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • Direct Access Garage

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Masonry
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Updated Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Floor Furnace
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2,954 Sq Ft Building
  • Bridge Aor Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59227214

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,266

Year Built

Built in 1921

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1921
  • Property Sub Type: Triplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Directions: MLK > Cedar > Josephine
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Updated Baths, Updated Kitchen, Storage Area(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Corner Lot, Level, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Garden, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Construction Type: Masonry, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Garden

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Enclosed, Int Access From Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Floor Furnace, Forced Air
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5400
  • Parcel Number: 59227214
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Kapani Sheetal and Guha Saptarshi
Bought by
Kapani-Guha Trust and Kapani
Current Estimated Value
$2,144,840

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2021
Closed on
Mar 22, 2021
Sold by
Sprott Gari Lynn and The Gari Lynn Sprott Trust
Bought by
Guha Saptarshi and Kapani She
Seller's Agent
Theresa Hope Broderick
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Katy Anderson
California 24
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$2,185,000
Premium/Discount to List
$290,000
15.3%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.44%
Original Mortgage
$1,409,800
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2017
Sold by
Sprott Gari
Bought by
Sprott Gari Lynn and The Gari Lynn Sprott Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2016
Sold by
Hinkle Carolann and The Gee Family 2000 Trust
Bought by
Sprott Gari

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$967,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Kapani-Guha Trust -- None Listed On Document
Guha Saptarshi $2,185,000 Chicago Title Company
Sprott Gari Lynn -- None Available
Sprott Gari $1,605,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Guha Saptarshi $1,409,800
Previous Owner Sprott Gari $967,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,185,000 -- --
03/25/2021 03/25/21 Sold $2,185,000 +15.3% $740 / Sq Ft
02/16/2021 02/16/21 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2021 02/05/21 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $642 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $33,266 $2,311,721 $695,616 $1,623,105
2023 $32,607 $2,273,273 $681,982 $1,591,291
2022 $32,091 $2,221,700 $668,610 $1,560,090
2021 $26,409 $1,713,864 $516,259 $1,204,605
2020 $25,043 $1,703,225 $510,967 $1,192,258
2019 $24,118 $1,669,841 $500,952 $1,168,889
2018 $23,731 $1,637,100 $491,130 $1,145,970
2017 $22,934 $1,605,000 $481,500 $1,123,500
2016 $16,162 $1,066,011 $319,803 $746,208
2015 $4,569 $119,215 $70,784 $48,431
2014 $4,584 $116,881 $69,398 $47,483
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Theresa Hope Broderick

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Theresa Hope Broderick

    The Agency

    (510) 967-2294

    3 in this area

    138 Total Sales

    Theresa Hope Broderick
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  • Katy Anderson

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Katy Anderson

    California 24

    (510) 637-8118

    4 in this area

    99 Total Sales

    Katy Anderson
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    KELLY D. HUNT KELLY D. HUNT

    The William Jefferies Company

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40936779

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2272-014-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 North Berkeley

1540 Josephine St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1540 Josephine St, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 05 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,144,840, approximately $726 per square foot. This property was built in 1921. 1540 Josephine St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Washington Elementary School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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