NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1621 8th St Berkeley, CA 94710

Estimated Value: $949,000 - $1,474,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
829 Sq Ft
$1,444/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 04, 2022

Last sale price $1,240,000 $1,496 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,346/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Rosa Parks Elementary School Rated A
  • No HOA
  • 2-minute walk to James Kenney Community Center

About This Home

As of May 2022

Own this charming single story, move in ready home in Berkeley. The entrance to this home leads to a comfortable living area with a cozy brick fireplace. A lovely kitchen with counter bar is adjacent to a sunny dining room. Hardwood floors with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Expansive level yard with lots of potential for all of your outside living space ideas, plus an extra detached storage space installed with permits. Close to many neighborhood shops and restaurants. Do not miss seeing this wonderful home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wainani Kalahele

Exp Realty Of California Inc. License #01462520 Listed on: 03/30/2022

Exp Realty Of California Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

OUT OF AREA OUT

OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER License #88888888

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,294

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Bungalow

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58212428

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,294

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY
  • Directions: Gilman to 8th
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Siding - Other
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Entry Gate
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5200
  • Parcel Number: 58212428
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 30, 2022
Closed on
Apr 21, 2022
Sold by
L & J Invesetments Llc
Bought by
Chu Irene Wilhemina and Portner Christopher Gene
Seller's Agent
Wainani Kalahele
Exp Realty Of California Inc.
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$1,240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$291,000
30.66%
Current Estimated Value
$1,196,861

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$43,139
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.04%
Original Mortgage
$970,800
Outstanding Balance
$922,422
Interest Rate
5.11%
Mortgage Type
Balloon
Estimated Equity
$274,439

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2009
Sold by
Mora Angelina
Bought by
Mora Jesus and Mora Guadalupe M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 23, 2005
Sold by
Aceves Antonio
Bought by
Aceves Laura

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 2005
Sold by
Mora Elsa
Bought by
Mora Jesus

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 21, 2005
Sold by
Mora Angelina
Bought by
Mora Jesus and Aceves Laura

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Chu Irene Wilhemina $1,240,000 Old Republic Title
Mora Jesus -- None Available
Mora Angelina -- None Available
Aceves Laura -- North American Title Co
Mora Jesus -- North American Title Co
Mora Jesus -- --
Mora Angelina -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chu Irene Wilhemina $310,000
Open Chu Irene Wilhemina $970,800
Previous Owner Mora Jesus $214,000
Previous Owner Mora Jesus $215,000
Previous Owner Mora Jesus $170,000
Previous Owner Mora Jesus $130,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,240,000 -- --
05/04/2022 05/04/22 Sold $1,240,000 +30.7% $1,496 / Sq Ft
04/09/2022 04/09/22 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2022 03/30/22 For Sale $949,000 -- $1,145 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $24,294 $1,719,018 $394,766 $1,331,252
2024 $24,294 $1,513,615 $387,028 $1,133,587
2023 $16,390 $1,133,000 $342,000 $798,000
2022 $3,208 $551,141 $172,317 $385,824
2021 $3,226 $37,395 $22,877 $21,518
2020 $3,039 $43,939 $22,642 $21,297
2019 $2,877 $43,078 $22,198 $20,880
2018 $2,779 $42,233 $21,763 $20,470
2017 $2,645 $41,406 $21,337 $20,069
2016 $2,492 $40,594 $20,918 $19,676
2015 $2,432 $39,984 $20,604 $19,380
2014 $2,322 $39,200 $20,200 $19,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40986854

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 058-2124-028-00