NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1626 Kains Ave Berkeley, CA 94702

West Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,193,000 - $1,244,067

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,630 Sq Ft
$744/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 15, 2025

Last sale price $1,245,000 $764 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,189 / mo

59 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Secluded Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attached Garage
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Heating Available

About This Home

As of July 2025

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 Cafe, Cafe 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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adrienne Tunney Krumins

License #01296734 Listed on: 04/18/2025

Co-Listed By

Anian Tunney

License #00812754

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Platt

License #01933793

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Secluded Lot

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Stucco

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59228712

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

2,500 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
  • Directions: Virginia or Cedar > Kains
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Wood, Other
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Other
  • Lot Features: Level, Rectangular Lot, Secluded, Area Lighting
  • Construction Type: Stucco

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500
  • Parcel Number: 59228712

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2025
Closed on
Jul 3, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Adrienne Tunney Krumins
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Platt
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,245,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
4.18%
Views
8
Current Estimated Value
$1,212,356

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$32,644
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.91%
Original Mortgage
$1,222,449
Outstanding Balance
$1,220,395
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$8,039

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 4, 2022
Closed on
May 13, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Melissa Eizenberg
The Agency
List Price
$1,098,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$252,000
22.95%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.54%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$409,000
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 28, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$391,272
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2015
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$391,400
Interest Rate
3.98%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2003
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$401,250
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$320,000
Interest Rate
7.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$260,000
Interest Rate
7.89%
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,245,000 Old Republic Title Company
$1,350,000 Old Republic Title
-- Amrock Inc
-- Amrock Inc
-- None Available
-- None Available
-- Old Republic Title Co Berkel
-- Old Republic Title Company
-- --
$535,000 Placer Title Company
-- First American Title Guarant
$400,000 First American Title Guarant
$325,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $1,222,449
Previous Owner $1,200,000
Previous Owner $409,000
Previous Owner $391,272
Previous Owner $391,400
Previous Owner $401,250
Previous Owner $320,000
Previous Owner $260,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Sold $1,245,000 +4.2% $764 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Pending -- -- --
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 View Prior Sale
05/11/2022 05/11/22 Pending -- -- --
05/04/2022 05/04/22 For Sale $1,098,000 -- $672 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History

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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 $19,460 $1,432,620 $429,786 $1,002,834
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

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Anian Tunney

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Anian Tunney

    (510) 928-7447

    1 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    Anian Tunney
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  • Nicole Platt

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Nicole Platt

    (510) 682-3982

    1 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Nicole Platt
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    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Melissa Eizenberg

    The Agency

    (510) 334-6420

    4 in this area

    50 Total Sales

    Melissa Eizenberg
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41093916

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2287-012-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94702 West Berkeley

1626 Kains Ave, Berkeley, CA

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