NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1581 Arch St Unit A Berkeley, CA 94708

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $961,000 - $1,084,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,132 Sq Ft
$425/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold May 19, 2022

Last sale price $1,030,000 $910 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,341/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • End Unit

About This Home

As of May 2022

A condo that lives like a home! Ideally located, 2+ bedroom, 1.5 bath townhouse-style condominium, close to an abundance of North Berkeley restaurants, cafes & shops, as well as parks, farmer’s markets, public transit & UC Berkeley. This unique and highly desirable property, part of a small complex, has the feel of a single- family home & the character & details of a craftsman bungalow w/out all of the maintenance & responsibility that single family homes entail. Your car may remain parked given the close proximity to all of the nearby amenities. The main level features a spacious, light-filled living room w/ gleaming hardwood floor, a formal dining room overlooking the backyard, a handsome, remodeled kitchen w/ bamboo cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a laundry closet & a half bath. The second level offers 2 bedrooms, one w/ an adjoining rm w/ a lg closet, that is perfect for an office & a sophisticated, beautifully remodeled bathroom w/ large walk-in shower.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheril Madden

Red Oak Realty License #01228854 Listed on: 04/08/2022

Red Oak Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

KATHERINE POLVOROSA

License #02021145

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,993

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Back Yard

HOA Fees

  • $425 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59225231

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, earthquake insurance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, insurance, ground maintenance, reserves
  • 6 Units
  • Not Listed Association
  • Built by Charming
  • N Berkeley Subdivision, Condo Floorplan

Pet Policy

  • Cats Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,993

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$425 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2
  • Subdivision Name: N BERKELEY
  • Directions: Cedar or Vine to Arch
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Formal Dining Room, Study, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Landscape Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Builder Name: Charming
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Common Area, Backyard, Back Yard
  • Foundation Details: Concrete, Earthquake Braced
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Front, On Street, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Closet, Electric, In Kitchen, Stacked Only, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee: 425
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Upon Approval
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Earthquake Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Reserves

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8874
  • Parcel Number: 59225231
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 6

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2000
Sold by
Trotz and Vivian
Bought by
Trotz Samuel I and Trotz Vivian
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$1,014,378

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 8, 1998
Sold by
Mckay Michael D and Mckay Bullas M
Bought by
Trotz Samuel and Trotz Vivian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$187,500
Interest Rate
7.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 1994
Sold by
Rothe Laurence and Borst Rothe Karen
Bought by
Mckay Michael D B and Bullas Roslyn M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,400
Interest Rate
7%
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
Trotz Samuel I -- --
Trotz Samuel $277,500 Placer Title Company
Mckay Michael D B -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Freeman Ralph D $322,700
Closed Freeman Ralph D $322,700
Closed Trotz Samuel $187,500
Previous Owner Mckay Michael D B $174,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,030,000 -- --
05/19/2022 05/19/22 Sold $1,030,000 +8.5% $910 / Sq Ft
04/19/2022 04/19/22 Pending -- -- --
04/08/2022 04/08/22 For Sale $949,000 -- $838 / 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 $14,993 $943,000 $285,000 $665,000
2023 $14,092 $947,000 $284,100 $662,900
2022 $7,704 $417,523 $125,332 $292,191
2021 $7,703 $409,336 $122,874 $286,462
2020 $7,219 $405,141 $121,615 $283,526
2019 $6,857 $397,199 $119,231 $277,968
2018 $6,725 $389,412 $116,894 $272,518
2017 $6,481 $381,778 $114,602 $267,176
2016 $6,219 $374,293 $112,355 $261,938
2015 $6,128 $368,672 $110,668 $258,004
2014 $6,066 $361,451 $108,500 $252,951
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sheril Madden

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Sheril Madden

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 501-1317

    3 in this area

    122 Total Sales

    Sheril Madden
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  • KATHERINE POLVOROSA

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    KATHERINE POLVOROSA

    (415) 310-6166

    2 in this area

    111 Total Sales

    KATHERINE POLVOROSA
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40988153

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2252-031-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 North Berkeley

1581 Arch St Unit A, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1581 Arch St Unit A, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 08 April 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,014,378, approximately $896 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 1581 Arch St Unit A 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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