NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1628 Berkeley Way Unit 1 Berkeley, CA 94703

Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $881,000 - $902,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
949 Sq Ft
1,133 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold May 08, 2020

Last sale price $850,000 $896 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,027/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 5-minute walk to Ohlone Park

About This Home

As of May 2020

Urban Oasis located three blocks from BART in the heart of Berkeley. Immaculate enclosed patio with serene lily pond, fountain, and apple tree. Gleaming bamboo floors and kitchen with updated stainless steel appliances. Tons of natural light throughout. Second story features an office nook in addition to bedrooms and full bath. Close to BART, restaurants, shopping, and Ohlone Park. Attached garage has interior access, washer and dryer, and additional storage space, though with a Walkscore of 94, you can leave your car parked at home.

Last Listed By

Marcia Weske

License #01841873 Listed on: 04/10/2020

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,714

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 1,133

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by seller
  • Ground Level

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 57207026

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,714

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY
  • Directions: Sacramento to Berkeley Way
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Entry Location: Ground Floor Location,No Steps to Entry
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Ground Floor Location, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Other
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Space Per Unit - 1, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee Frequency: Other
  • Association Name: NONE
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 57207026
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2020
Closed on
Apr 24, 2020
Sold by
Gregor Dorothy D
Bought by
Shen Feng
Seller's Agent
Marcia Weske
Buyer's Agent
Grace Sun
Compass
List Price
$745,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
14.09%
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
$891,636

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,636
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.52%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2012
Sold by
Gregor Dorothy D
Bought by
Gregor Dorothy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2012
Sold by
Betterton John T
Bought by
Gregor Dorothy D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 16, 2005
Sold by
Betterton John T
Bought by
Betterton John T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$410,000
Interest Rate
5.56%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2002
Sold by
Betterton John T
Bought by
Betterton John T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$233,500
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2002
Sold by
Betterton John T
Bought by
Betterton John T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$233,500
Interest Rate
6.24%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Shen Feng $850,000 Old Republic Title Company
Gregor Dorothy D -- Old Republic Title Company
Gregor Dorothy D $530,000 Old Republic Title Company
Betterton John T -- First American Title Co
Betterton John T -- First American Title Co
Betterton John T -- Fidelity National Title Co
Betterton John T -- Fidelity National Title Co
Betterton John T -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Gregor Dorothy D $230,000
Previous Owner Betterton John T $100,000
Previous Owner Betterton John T $410,000
Previous Owner Betterton John T $233,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $850,000 -- --
05/08/2020 05/08/20 Sold $850,000 +14.1% $896 / Sq Ft
04/17/2020 04/17/20 Pending -- -- --
04/10/2020 04/10/20 For Sale $745,000 -- $785 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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
2024 $12,714 $911,361 $273,408 $637,953
2023 $12,467 $893,494 $268,048 $625,446
2022 $12,284 $875,975 $262,792 $613,183
2021 $12,338 $858,805 $257,641 $601,164
2020 $8,615 $596,758 $179,027 $417,731
2019 $8,327 $585,061 $175,518 $409,543
2018 $8,196 $573,591 $172,077 $401,514
2017 $7,905 $562,345 $168,703 $393,642
2016 $7,681 $551,321 $165,396 $385,925
2015 $7,584 $543,042 $162,912 $380,130
2014 $7,543 $532,405 $159,721 $372,684
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marcia Weske

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Marcia Weske

    (510) 853-1483

    2 in this area

    64 Total Sales

    Marcia Weske
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  • Grace Sun

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Grace Sun

    Compass

    (626) 500-7082

    3 in this area

    39 Total Sales

    Grace Sun
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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40901347

bridgeMLS

APN: 057-2070-026-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 Downtown Berkeley

1628 Berkeley Way Unit 1, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 1628 Berkeley Way Unit 1, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 10 April 2020 and is currently estimated at $891,636, approximately $939 per square foot. This property was built in 1980. 1628 Berkeley Way Unit 1 is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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