$1,500,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2025

1544 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94709

North Berkeley Neighborhood
3 Beds
4 Baths
2,201 Sq Ft
4,232 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$682 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

69 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Coin Laundry
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Tandem Parking
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

About This Home

As of August 2025

Located at 1544 Spruce St, this property offers a versatile unit mix that includes a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath owner's unit, along with two well-appointed 1-bedroom, 1-bath units. This thoughtful configuration makes it ideal for both homeowners and investors seeking a prime Berkeley location. The units are thoughtfully renovated with modern finishes, providing comfortable, stylish living spaces that meet the needs of today’s tenants. The property comes with the added benefit of off-street parking, with a 1:1 parking ratio for tenants, ensuring convenience and ease of access. Residents will also enjoy a beautiful backyard, a perfect space for relaxation or outdoor gatherings. Whether for individual use or community enjoyment, the backyard adds to the overall appeal of the property, creating an inviting atmosphere for all who live here. Significant capital improvements have been made to ensure long-term value, including brand new siding, windows, electrical systems, plumbing, and more. These upgrades, combined with its exceptional location just a few blocks from UC Berkeley, make 1544 Spruce St an ideal property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jatin Mehta

Kite Hill Real Estate License #02045713 Listed on: 04/24/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Jatin Mehta

Kite Hill Real Estate License #02045713 Listed on: 04/24/2025

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,032

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 4,232 Sq Ft Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • Tandem Parking

Home Design

  • Quadruplex
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Coin Laundry

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59225614

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,032

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1925
  • Property Sub Type: Quadruplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Directions: Google Maps
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Paved
  • View: None
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Tandem

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Coin Operated
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4232
  • Parcel Number: 59225614

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2025
Closed on
Jul 29, 2025
Sold by
Michael Korman Revocable Living Trust and Korman Michael
Bought by
Mc Spruce Llc
Seller's Agent
Jatin Mehta
Kite Hill Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jatin Mehta
Kite Hill Real Estate
List Price
$1,875,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$375,000
-20%
Views
25

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.92%
Original Mortgage
$1,125,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,124,043
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$373,746

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 2024
Sold by
Korman Michael
Bought by
Michael Korman Revocable Living Trust and Korman

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 2020
Sold by
Korman Michael
Bought by
1544 1546 Spruce Street Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2011
Sold by
Korman Michael
Bought by
Livin Korman Michael and Livin Michael Korman Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2003
Sold by
Southern Melanie Ng
Bought by
Korman Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$413,100
Interest Rate
5.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 1998
Sold by
Achievement Enterprize
Bought by
Southern Melanie Ng

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$255,000
Interest Rate
9.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1995
Sold by
Woo James B K and Woo Vivian
Bought by
Achievement Enterprize

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$170,000
Interest Rate
8.51%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,500,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $413,500 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $340,000 First American Title Guarant
Grant Deed $260,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,125,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $413,100 No Value Available
Previous Owner $255,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $170,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $1,500,000 -20.0% $682 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 For Sale $1,875,000 -- $852 / 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
2025 $11,032 $578,769 $159,897 $418,872
2024 $11,032 $567,423 $156,762 $410,661
2023 $10,741 $556,299 $153,689 $402,610
2022 $10,500 $545,393 $150,676 $394,717
2021 $10,489 $534,701 $147,722 $386,979
2020 $9,810 $529,218 $146,207 $383,011
2019 $9,295 $518,844 $143,341 $375,503
2018 $9,112 $508,672 $140,531 $368,141
2017 $8,766 $498,700 $137,776 $360,924
2016 $8,402 $488,923 $135,075 $353,848
2015 $8,280 $481,579 $133,046 $348,533
2014 $8,368 $472,146 $130,440 $341,706
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jatin Mehta

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jatin Mehta

    Kite Hill Real Estate

    (510) 338-4737

    4 in this area

    63 Total Sales

    Jatin Mehta
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41094848

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2256-014-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94709 North Berkeley

1544 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1544 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 and is currently priced at $1,500,000, approximately $681 per square foot. This property was built in 1925. 1544 Spruce St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Cragmont Elementary School, and Washington Elementary School.

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