1620 Berkeley Way Berkeley, CA 94703
Downtown Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,261,000 - $1,902,223
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,156
Sq Ft
$1,397/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Spa
- Wood Flooring
- Skylights
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- In-Law or Guest Suite
About This Home
As of July 2020Welcome home to 1620 Berkeley Way. This charming bungalow is centrally located in the heart of beautiful North Berkeley. Aside from the scenic neighborhood, mix of eclectic & local shops/eateries this property is a must see! The entire property has a craftsman flair & the features make it an entertainers dream. The main house features a relaxing wood burning fireplace that you can enjoy on movie night with your built-in projector and recessed sound system. You can also retreat to your personal redwood hot tub or spend the day sunbathing and gardening. Need a stay-cation? Retreat to the rear in-law unit! This little gem has a full kitchen, sauna & a multi-purpose space you can fill to suit your business, hobby & entertaining needs. Before you tuck away in your private loft take a trip down to your custom built underground wine cellar, it's sure to keep your favorite wines beautifully stored. You are just a few blocks from UC Berkeley campus, close to BART & easy fwy access.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,298
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 6,250 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Garden
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Tandem Parking
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Redwood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Sound System
- Skylights
- Brick Fireplace
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Shed
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wall Furnace
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- N. Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 57207017
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2020
Closed on
Jul 1, 2020
Sold by
Somberger Sean and The Philip Charles Spector Liv
Bought by
Jia Xiaoming
Seller's Agent
Vincent Minelli
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Helena Zaludova
Compass SF
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$70,000
-4.68%
Total Days on Market
20
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
$190,056
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Original Mortgage
$783,750
Outstanding Balance
$706,883
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,101,663
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 10, 2020
Sold by
Spector Philip C
Bought by
Spector Philip Charles and Philip Charles Spector Living
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 1998
Sold by
Greenwood James R and Mustard Meredith
Bought by
Spector Philip C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$268,800
Interest Rate
7.06%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jia Xiaoming | $1,425,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Spector Philip Charles | -- | None Available | |
| Spector Philip C | $336,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Jia Xiaoming | $783,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Spector Philip C | $226,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Spector Philip C | $236,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Spector Philip C | $268,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,425,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/07/2020 07/07/20 | Sold | $1,425,000 | -5.0% | $1,233 / Sq Ft |
| 06/12/2020 06/12/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/08/2020 06/08/20 | Price Changed | $1,500,000 | +0.3% | $1,298 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2020 05/23/20 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $1,293 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $21,298 | $1,522,822 | $453,663 | $1,069,159 |
| 2023 | $20,824 | $1,492,974 | $444,771 | $1,048,203 |
| 2022 | $20,460 | $1,463,700 | $436,050 | $1,027,650 |
| 2021 | $20,431 | $1,425,000 | $427,500 | $997,500 |
| 2020 | $8,488 | $512,214 | $147,164 | $365,050 |
| 2019 | $7,832 | $502,174 | $144,280 | $357,894 |
| 2018 | $7,692 | $492,329 | $141,451 | $350,878 |
| 2017 | $7,406 | $482,678 | $138,678 | $344,000 |
| 2016 | $7,154 | $473,216 | $135,960 | $337,256 |
| 2015 | $7,055 | $466,107 | $133,917 | $332,190 |
| 2014 | $6,951 | $456,979 | $131,295 | $325,684 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Vincent Minelli
Seller's Agent in 2020
Vincent Minelli
The Agency
(510) 326-8034
1 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Helena Zaludova
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Helena Zaludova
Compass SF
(415) 517-2944
1 in this area
133 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40905899
APN: 057-2070-017-00
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