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Seller's Agent in 2026
Sarah Ridge
District Homes
1609 Kains Ave Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,719
Sq Ft
2,500
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Updated Kitchen
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of March 2026If you've been hoping for perfect condition in Berkeley, this is it; rebuilt from the studs out and significantly expanded in 2022, 1609 Kains was thoughtfully designed by an award winning local architect, balancing modern design, "smart" amenities, and hyper-optimization of space. Upon entry, you'll find a generous foyer, with a smartly designed drop zone to stash daily essentials. Enter the open concept living/dining space, sporting custom media wall and built-in speakers. Look over to the designer kitchen, with induction range, app-controlled double oven, appliance garage, and french doors for effortless indoor/outdoor flow. On this level is an efficient half bath with designer finishes. Upstairs, find a stunning primary bedroom, with en-suite bathroom, a walk-in closet, & a bonus/office space. Two additional bedrooms, with vaulted ceilings, custom closets & a full bathroom are on this level, as well as a balcony. And finally, the rooftop deck, with gorgeous hillside views; all three outdoor spaces are connected by a spiral staircase. This home is the definition of turn-key; highly intentional, impeccably designed, and sited in beloved Westbrae with restaurants, cafes and parks just outside your door. Home energy score = 10.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Sarah Ridge
District Homes License #01990459 Listed on: 01/28/2026
Co-Listed By
Eleanor Ridge
District Homes License #02217753
Last Buyer's Agent
Noah Manning
Real Brokerage Technologies License #01931395
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Backyard Sprinklers
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
- Retrofit for Earthquakes
Interior Spaces
- 1,719 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Home Office
- Tile Flooring
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Double Oven
- Electric Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Remodeled Bathroom
- Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Central Air
- Air Source Heat Pump
- 220 Volts
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Monterey/Hopkins Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 28, 2026
Closed on
Feb 18, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sarah Ridge
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Noah Manning
Real Brokerage Technologies
List Price
$1,325,000
Sold Price
$1,925,000
Premium/Discount to List
$600,000
45.28%
Views
85
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$105,563
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.50%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
0.0609%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 16, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 9, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
0.0592%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 21, 1997
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,315,217 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $675,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $15,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $16,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $98,400 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $26,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $81,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $26,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2026 03/06/26 | Sold | $1,925,000 | +45.3% | $1,120 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2026 02/11/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/28/2026 01/28/26 | For Sale | $1,325,000 | -- | $771 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 | $16,185 | $1,137,876 | $267,898 | $876,978 |
| 2024 | $15,166 | $1,115,432 | $262,647 | $859,785 |
| 2023 | $11,972 | $858,330 | $257,499 | $600,831 |
| 2022 | $11,860 | $835,900 | $252,450 | $589,050 |
| 2021 | $12,907 | $850,000 | $255,000 | $595,000 |
| 2020 | $6,421 | $163,697 | $48,506 | $115,191 |
| 2019 | $3,675 | $160,487 | $47,555 | $112,932 |
| 2018 | $3,585 | $157,341 | $46,623 | $110,718 |
| 2017 | $3,434 | $154,255 | $45,708 | $108,547 |
| 2016 | $3,280 | $151,231 | $44,812 | $106,419 |
| 2015 | $3,222 | $148,960 | $44,139 | $104,821 |
| 2014 | $3,174 | $146,043 | $43,275 | $102,768 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Eleanor Ridge
District Homes
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Noah Manning
Real Brokerage Technologies
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41122253
APN: 059-2288-040-00
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