NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1611 Curtis St Berkeley, CA 94702

West Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,304,000 - $1,476,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,089 Sq Ft
$1,283/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 22, 2025

Last sale price $1,317,500 $1,210 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,656/month

92 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • 1 Fireplace
  • 3-minute walk to Cedar Rose Park

About This Home

As of January 2025

This Berkeley Craftsman bungalow has been a labor of love for the seller. This home abounds with modern amenities, but has kept the Berkeley vibe intact. From lush succulents to the sunflower color door. Entertain/dine in the large, lovely living room with recessed lighting, craftsman windows and red oak floors. Step onto the Brazilian slate as you enter the bright kitchen w/ gas stove, & river washed granite countertops. Your eyes will flow through the glass door to the private patio and California Oak tree. Each of the bedrooms receive lots of light and 2 built in closets function for both. A remodeled bath offers fresh design. If you are looking for cozy in the winter then turn on your radiant floor heating, it's throughout the main level. The expansive lower level opens to a laundry & exercise/playroom. Enter the 2nd bonus area for a private office or studio. You'll love the modern cottage in rear with an outdoor shower & zen feel. Come see for yourself.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ted Chen

License #02017553 Listed on: 10/18/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Shannon Prokup

Red Oak Realty License #01865014

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • 2,934 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Multiple Heating Units
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59229149

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley
  • Directions: Cedar St to Curtis St
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • remarks11: Show for backup offers. Lockbox contains code for front door, key to side gate, key to rear cottage and lower floor. Leave business card and lockup the lower units and cottage. Rear cottage is NOT permitted per previous seller. Hydronic radiant heating in floor throughout main level. Sewer lateral compliant. Seismic upgrades. French drain and sump pumps in garage. New concrete poured in garage and driveway. Main house and cottage metered together. Large shelving units in lower level convey as do all wood blinds with sale. Owners will be taking the raised beds and two large gardening pots in the backyard. Rear Cottage - Pull stairs down from ceiling to access sleeping area.
  • remarks22: Ted Chen - 408-316-5571 - This updated Berkeley Craftsman bungalow offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and timeless Berkeley charm, with the added benefit of owned solar panels, grandfathered into NEM 2.0. The solar system covers more than 100% of the home’s electricity needs, even with an electric car, making it both environmentally friendly and energy-efficient.The exterior welcomes you with lush succulents and a sunflower-yellow front door. Inside, the large living room is perfect for relaxing or entertaining, with recessed lighting, classic Craftsman windows, and stunning red oak floors. The bright kitchen features Brazilian slate flooring, river-washed granite countertops, and a gas stove, with a glass door leading to the private patio shaded by a magnificent California Oak tree.The light-filled bedrooms come with built-in closets, and the remodeled bathroom adds a fresh, contemporary touch. You’ll stay comfortable year-round with radiant floor heating throughout the main level and newly installed air conditioning for those warmer months.The expansive lower level offers versatility, with a laundry area, exercise/playroom, and a bonus space ideal for a private office or studio. The modern rear cottage, now equipped with a new A/C and heater mini-split system, provides a tranquil retreat.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Radiant, MultiUnits
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2934
  • Parcel Number: 59229149

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 18, 2024
Closed on
Jan 14, 2025
Sold by
Wang Bichen
Bought by
Allen Peter and Priete Chaylee A
Seller's Agent
Ted Chen
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Prokup
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,180,000
Sold Price
$1,317,500
Premium/Discount to List
$137,500
11.65%
Views
156
Current Estimated Value
$1,366,092

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,592
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.04%
Original Mortgage
$957,500
Outstanding Balance
$950,577
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$446,526

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2020
Closed on
Nov 10, 2020
Sold by
Borba Joseph G
Bought by
Wang Bichen
Seller's Agent
Mala Mahlebashian
Winkler Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Charles Goldstein
Re/max Accord
List Price
$1,075,000
Sold Price
$1,260,000
Premium/Discount to List
$185,000
17.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.07%
Original Mortgage
$999,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2007
Sold by
Stolarczuk Margaret M and Margaret M Stolarczuk 2005 Tru
Bought by
Borba Joseph G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 9, 2005
Sold by
Stolarczuk Margaret M
Bought by
Stolarczuk Margaret M and Margaret M Stolarczuk 2005 Tru

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 1999
Sold by
Laporta Tom
Bought by
Stolarczuk Margaret M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$171,600
Interest Rate
6.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 1993
Sold by
Wheeler Douglas A and Stein Peggy
Bought by
Laporta Tom and Stolarczuk Margaret

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,500
Interest Rate
3.87%
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
Allen Peter $1,317,500 Old Republic Title Company
Wang Bichen $1,260,000 Old Republic Title Company
Borba Joseph G $620,000 First American Title Co
Stolarczuk Margaret M -- --
Stolarczuk Margaret M -- First Southwestern Title Co
Laporta Tom $205,500 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Allen Peter $957,500
Previous Owner Wang Bichen $999,000
Previous Owner Borba Joseph G $496,000
Previous Owner Stolarczuk Margaret M $171,600
Previous Owner Laporta Tom $181,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,260,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,350,000 -- --
01/22/2025 01/22/25 Sold $1,317,500 -2.4% $1,210 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Price Changed $1,350,000 -3.5% $1,240 / Sq Ft
10/29/2024 10/29/24 Price Changed $1,399,000 +18.6% $1,285 / Sq Ft
10/04/2024 10/04/24 For Sale $1,180,000 -6.3% $1,084 / Sq Ft
11/18/2020 11/18/20 Sold $1,260,000 +17.2% $1,157 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/22/2020 10/22/20 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2020 10/13/20 For Sale $1,075,000 -- $987 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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 $18,665 $1,363,848 $409,154 $954,694
2024 $18,665 $1,330,111 $401,133 $935,978
2023 $18,301 $1,310,903 $393,271 $917,632
2022 $18,025 $1,278,200 $385,560 $899,640
2021 $18,102 $1,253,000 $378,000 $882,000
2020 $11,318 $759,493 $227,848 $531,645
2019 $10,893 $744,607 $223,382 $521,225
2018 $10,714 $730,011 $219,003 $511,008
2017 $10,342 $715,702 $214,710 $500,992
2016 $10,024 $701,671 $210,501 $491,170
2015 $9,888 $691,138 $207,341 $483,797
2014 $8,547 $575,000 $172,500 $402,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Shannon Prokup

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Shannon Prokup

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 813-8400

    5 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Shannon Prokup
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  • Mala Mahlebashian

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Mala Mahlebashian

    Winkler Real Estate Group

    (415) 407-7561

    1 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    Mala Mahlebashian
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Charles Goldstein

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41075514

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 059-2291-049-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94702 West Berkeley

1611 Curtis St, Berkeley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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