1620 Ward St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,559,000 - $1,885,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,843
Sq Ft
$949/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Bungalow
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- Laundry closet
About This Home
As of August 2021This charming quintessential Berkeley home surrounded by greenery offers original Craftsman details combined with comfortable indoor and outdoor living spaces. On the light-filled first floor, beautiful inlaid hardwood floors flow in an open layout, with a living room, open dining room and family room blending into one another. Two bedrooms and two baths complete this floor, and the beautifully updated kitchen leads seamlessly from the family into the gorgeous backyard. Upstairs, the attic offers additional living space and storage, and can serve as a bedroom with an adjunct office space. It is ideal for a teenager or for anyone seeking a private area. The yard around the home has been redesigned into outdoor “rooms” to create private retreats for all: fruit trees and a full herb garden are in place, with an outdoor dining area, hot tub, and additional seating areas at the ready. This lovely residence is central to everything, just a few blocks from Berkeley Bowl and Ashby BART.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,024
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 5,130 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Garden
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Subdivision, Garden Oasis Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 54173024
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Jul 25, 2021
Sold by
Lev Maria and The Maria Lev Living Trust
Bought by
Tran Ann Thien and Thomas James
Seller's Agent
Anna Bellomo
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Keith Sjoholm
Abio Properties
List Price
$1,275,000
Sold Price
$1,920,000
Premium/Discount to List
$645,000
50.59%
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
-$170,973
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.22%
Original Mortgage
$1,536,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,413,565
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$346,548
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2021
Sold by
Lev Marla
Bought by
Lev Marla and Marla Lev Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 27, 2018
Sold by
Lev Marla
Bought by
Lev Marla and The Marla Lev Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2011
Sold by
Alterre Partners Llc
Bought by
Lev Marla
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,000
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2011
Sold by
Anthony Francine
Bought by
Anthony Tom
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$287,000
Interest Rate
4.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2010
Sold by
Hill Paulette and Estate Of Horace Dismuke
Bought by
Alterre Partners Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tran Ann Thien | $1,920,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Lev Marla | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Lev Marla | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Lev Marla | -- | None Available | |
| Lev Marla | $657,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Anthony Tom | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Alterre Partners Llc | $245,000 | Old Republic Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Tran Ann Thien | $1,536,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lev Marla | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lev Marla | $264,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lev Marla | $287,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Alterre Partners Llc | $400,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,920,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/04/2021 08/04/21 | Sold | $1,920,000 | +50.6% | $1,042 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2021 07/14/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2021 07/08/21 | For Sale | $1,275,000 | -- | $692 / 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 | $24,024 | $1,768,000 | $532,500 | $1,242,500 |
| 2023 | $26,210 | $1,958,400 | $587,520 | $1,370,880 |
| 2022 | $25,847 | $1,914,400 | $576,000 | $1,344,000 |
| 2021 | $11,953 | $755,355 | $228,706 | $533,649 |
| 2020 | $11,333 | $754,544 | $226,363 | $528,181 |
| 2019 | $10,909 | $739,755 | $221,926 | $517,829 |
| 2018 | $10,727 | $725,255 | $217,576 | $507,679 |
| 2017 | $10,346 | $711,037 | $213,311 | $497,726 |
| 2016 | $10,027 | $697,096 | $209,129 | $487,967 |
| 2015 | $9,894 | $686,630 | $205,989 | $480,641 |
| 2014 | $9,780 | $673,181 | $201,954 | $471,227 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anna Bellomo
Seller's Agent in 2021
Anna Bellomo
District Homes
(510) 417-9390
7 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Keith Sjoholm
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Keith Sjoholm
Abio Properties
(510) 812-3993
3 in this area
11 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40957723
APN: 054-1730-024-00
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