1626 Kains Ave Berkeley, CA 94702
Fourth Street-Berkeley Marina NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,247/month
Total Views
7,593
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,630
Sq Ft
$733
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Private Lot
- Bonus Room
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
Charming Duplex with Stylish Owner’s Unit! This beautifully updated duplex offers the perfect blend of artistic style, comfort, and versatility in a prime Berkeley location. The upper owner’s unit features a spacious, sunlit living room that adjoins the sleek modern kitchen—ideal for entertaining or relaxed daily living. The airy primary bedroom includes an en-suite half bath, while a second bedroom and full bath complete the space. A cozy family room / dining room off the kitchen opens to a large private deck, with spiral staircase leading down to the freshly landscaped garden. Tucked in the backyard is a detached structure, creating space for an office/art studio/workout room—perfect for remote work or creative pursuits. Convenient attached 1-car garage & gated back patio. The lower unit is a generous 2-bedroom, 1-bath space with hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen, and an additional family room or office. Ideal for rental income, multigenerational living, or a flexible in-law/guest setup. Located near some of Berkeley’s best-loved spots—Acme Bread, Bartavelle Café, Café Leila, and the vibrant Gilman Street corridor. Just minutes to 4th Street shops, Whole Foods, Berkeley Bowl West, and several beautiful parks. A rare opportunity in a convenient and sought-after neighborhood.
Listing Agent
Adrienne Tunney Krumins
The GRUBB Company License #01296734
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,460
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Slab Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 59228712
Map
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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 | $19,460 | $1,404,540 | $421,362 | $983,178 |
| 2023 | $19,085 | $1,377,000 | $413,100 | $963,900 |
| 2022 | $10,931 | $703,051 | $213,015 | $497,036 |
| 2021 | $10,956 | $689,133 | $208,840 | $487,293 |
| 2020 | $10,387 | $689,000 | $206,700 | $482,300 |
| 2019 | $9,996 | $675,490 | $202,647 | $472,843 |
| 2018 | $9,831 | $662,244 | $198,673 | $463,571 |
| 2017 | $9,482 | $649,260 | $194,778 | $454,482 |
| 2016 | $9,189 | $636,530 | $190,959 | $445,571 |
| 2015 | $9,068 | $626,968 | $188,090 | $438,878 |
| 2014 | $9,098 | $614,688 | $184,406 | $430,282 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | 0.0% | $733 / Sq Ft |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -11.5% | $733 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,350,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2022 05/23/22 | Sold | $1,350,000 | +23.0% | $827 / Sq Ft |
| 05/11/2022 05/11/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/04/2022 05/04/22 | For Sale | $1,098,000 | -- | $672 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Deed History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,350,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Amrock Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Amrock Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Co Berkel | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $535,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Guarant | |
| Grant Deed | $400,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Grant Deed | $325,000 | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $409,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $391,272 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $391,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $80,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $401,250 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $260,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $25,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41093927
APN: 059-2287-012-00
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