NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1540 Prince St Berkeley, CA 94703

South Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,231,000 - $2,138,000

7 Beds
2 Baths
3,252 Sq Ft
$535/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 17, 2023

Last sale price $1,200,000 $369 Per Sq Ft

Est. 45% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,442/month

155 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wooded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Detached Garage
  • Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to Prince Street Mini Park

About This Home

As of May 2023

Outstanding chance to acquire a well-positioned property with spacious units. Construction was completed in 1909. This three level duplex offers (1) three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom unit and (1) four-bedroom, two-bathroom unit. The building boasts approximately 3,252 square feet of livable space and sits on 6,750 square foot lot. Large lot size, detached garage off-street parking and generously sized units make this an exciting opportunity. This hidden gem in the heart of a highly desired South Berkeley location is perfect for a shrewd investor or owner/user.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nolan Jones

KELLER WILLIAMS TRI VALLEY REALTY License #01509417 Listed on: 12/05/2022

Last Buyer's Agent

Yelena Lepina

Christie's International Real Estate Sereno License #02077513

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,770

Year Built

  • Built in 1909

Lot Details

  • 6,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Wood Siding

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Partially Carpeted

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 3,252 Sq Ft Building
  • Bridge Aor Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 52154226

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,770

Year Built

Built in 1909

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1909
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Directions: Right onto Prince Street from North Sacramento
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Partial Carpeting
  • Basement: None
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Interior Amenities: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Window Features: Window Coverings

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Wood
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Garden/Play

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Hot Water
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6750
  • Parcel Number: 52154226
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2022
Closed on
May 12, 2023
Sold by
Gigi And Kenneth Taylor Family Trust
Bought by
Raisurana Namit and Chidambaram Divya
Seller's Agent
Nolan Jones
KELLER WILLIAMS TRI VALLEY REALTY
Buyer's Agent
Yelena Lepina
Christie's International Real Estate Sereno
List Price
$1,500,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$300,000
-20%
Total Days on Market
155
Views
121
Current Estimated Value
$1,738,310

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$538,310
Avg. Annual Appreciation
19.40%
Original Mortgage
$1,050,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,030,059
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$708,251

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2022
Sold by
Michael Taylor Kenneth and Michael Gigi
Bought by
Gigi And Kenneth Taylor Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2002
Sold by
Mera Jose
Bought by
Taylor Kenneth Michael and Taylor Gigi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$434,250
Interest Rate
5.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 2000
Sold by
Surety Funding Inc
Bought by
Mera Jose

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$323,400
Interest Rate
8.18%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 1999
Sold by
Mcfield Willie M
Bought by
Surety Funding Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 6, 1998
Sold by
Smith Hellena V
Bought by
Smith Hellena V and Mcfield Willie Mae
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
Raisurana Namit $1,200,000 Old Republic Title Company
Gigi And Kenneth Taylor Family Trust -- Viola Law Firm Pc
Taylor Kenneth Michael $579,000 Chicago Title Co
Mera Jose $438,000 New Century Title Company
Surety Funding Inc $51,000 Nortwestern Title Company
Smith Hellena V -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Raisurana Namit $1,050,000
Previous Owner Taylor Kenneth Michael $562,500
Previous Owner Taylor Kenneth Michael $434,250
Previous Owner Mera Jose $375,000
Previous Owner Mera Jose $323,400
Previous Owner Surety Funding Inc $30,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,200,000 -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 Sold $1,200,000 -20.0% $369 / Sq Ft
05/09/2023 05/09/23 Pending -- -- --
04/27/2023 04/27/23 For Sale $1,500,000 0.0% $461 / Sq Ft
04/24/2023 04/24/23 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2023 03/13/23 Price Changed $1,500,000 -7.7% $461 / Sq Ft
12/05/2022 12/05/22 For Sale $1,625,000 -- $500 / 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 $20,770 $1,224,000 $367,200 $856,800
2023 $15,765 $822,092 $246,627 $575,465
2022 $15,407 $805,973 $241,792 $564,181
2021 $15,399 $790,172 $237,051 $553,121
2020 $14,367 $782,071 $234,621 $547,450
2019 $13,584 $766,740 $230,022 $536,718
2018 $13,313 $751,708 $225,512 $526,196
2017 $12,850 $736,974 $221,092 $515,882
2016 $12,300 $722,527 $216,758 $505,769
2015 $12,115 $711,677 $213,503 $498,174
2014 $12,016 $697,740 $209,322 $488,418
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Nolan Jones

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Nolan Jones

    KELLER WILLIAMS TRI VALLEY REALTY

    (510) 398-1623

    4 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Nolan Jones
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  • Yelena Lepina

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Yelena Lepina

    Christie's International Real Estate Sereno

    (650) 288-2815

    1 in this area

    59 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41015309

bridgeMLS

APN: 052-1542-026-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 South Berkeley

1540 Prince St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1540 Prince St, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 05 December 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,738,310, approximately $534 per square foot. This property was built in 1909. 1540 Prince St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Malcolm X Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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