1628 Hopkins St Berkeley, CA 94707
North Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $769,000 - $885,872
1
Bed
1
Bath
928
Sq Ft
$285/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Craftsman Architecture
- End Unit
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to King School Park
About This Home
As of September 2022Choice location, huge private deck, sunny updated interior! This Monterey Market area condo is just one tree-lined block to the well known Hopkins St gourmet shops. The condo has charming Craftsman period details, a second living room that can easily function as a second bedroom, great natural light, an office nook plus a +/- 400 SQFT deck that expands your living space into the treetops. The kitchen, bathroom and heating system have all been renovated within the past few years. There are hardwood floors, built-ins, columns, picture rail moldings a fireplace and French doors to the sunny deck. This property is on the second floor, has a deeded parking space and storage within a 4 unit HOA with low monthly dues. North Berkeley BART, the Gourmet Ghetto, and Solano Ave shops are all less than 1 mile away on pretty residential streets making this an ideal spot for easy living. Walkscore 88!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,327
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- End Unit
HOA Fees
- $285 Monthly HOA Fees
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Decorative Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Low Flow Toliet
Home Security
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Uncovered Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Air Source Heat Pump
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 060243804900
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, management fee, reserves, water/sewer, insurance, ground maintenance
- 4 Units
- Call Listing Agent Association, Phone Number (510) 883-7070
- Monterey Market Subdivision
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2023
Sold by
Foppoli Catherine
Bought by
Catherine Foppoli Trust
Total Days on Market
23
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 10, 2022
Closed on
Sep 20, 2022
Sold by
Kraus Carolyn
Bought by
Foppoli Catherine M
Seller's Agent
Leila Schlein
Compass
Buyer's Agent
CATHY FOPPOLI
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$860,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,000
1.3%
Views
19
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.61%
Original Mortgage
$745,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2016
Sold by
Chin Steven Alexander and 2013 Steven Chin Revocable Tru
Bought by
Kraus Carolyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$285,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 23, 2013
Sold by
Chin Steven Alexander
Bought by
Chin Steven Alexander and 2013 Steven Chin Revocable Tru
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2013
Sold by
Gourley Thomas W
Bought by
Chin Steven
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 2013
Sold by
Bush Valerie Anne
Bought by
Chin Steven
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 26, 2005
Sold by
Mccoy Stephanie W and Holton Timothy H
Bought by
Gourley Thomas W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 25, 2005
Sold by
Chester Robin A
Bought by
Gourley Thomas W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2003
Sold by
Mccoy Stephanie W and Holton Timothy H
Bought by
Holton Timothy H and Mccoy Stephanie W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,400
Interest Rate
6.03%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 1995
Sold by
Lee Pearl and Aalami Florian B
Bought by
Mccoy Stephanie W and Holton Timothy H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$65,065
Interest Rate
8.36%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Foppoli Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Foppoli Catherine M | $860,000 | Placer Title | |
| Kraus Carolyn | $760,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Chin Steven Alexander | -- | None Available | |
| Chin Steven | $470,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Chin Steven | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Gourley Thomas W | $550,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Gourley Thomas W | -- | Placer Title Company | |
| Holton Timothy H | $1,000 | -- | |
| Mccoy Stephanie W | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Foppoli Catherine M | $745,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kraus Carolyn | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kraus Carolyn | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kraus Carolyn | $285,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chin Steven Alexander | $315,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chin Steven | $325,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gourley Thomas W | $440,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Holton Timothy H | $199,400 | |
| Previous Owner | Mccoy Stephanie W | $65,065 | |
| Closed | Gourley Thomas W | $110,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $860,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/29/2022 09/29/22 | Sold | $860,000 | +1.3% | $927 / Sq Ft |
| 09/02/2022 09/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/10/2022 08/10/22 | For Sale | $849,000 | -- | $915 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 | $9,327 | $628,701 | $190,710 | $444,991 |
| 2023 | $11,160 | $791,000 | $237,300 | $553,700 |
| 2022 | $11,750 | $831,158 | $249,347 | $581,811 |
| 2021 | $11,799 | $814,864 | $244,459 | $570,405 |
| 2020 | $11,262 | $806,511 | $241,953 | $564,558 |
| 2019 | $10,922 | $790,703 | $237,211 | $553,492 |
| 2018 | $10,761 | $775,200 | $232,560 | $542,640 |
| 2017 | $10,391 | $760,000 | $228,000 | $532,000 |
| 2016 | $6,923 | $488,907 | $146,672 | $342,235 |
| 2015 | $6,833 | $481,566 | $144,470 | $337,096 |
| 2014 | $6,793 | $472,133 | $141,640 | $330,493 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Leila Schlein
L
Seller's Agent in 2022
Leila Schlein
Compass
(925) 270-4269
2 in this area
8 Total Sales
-
CATHY FOPPOLI
Buyer's Agent in 2022
CATHY FOPPOLI
Red Oak Realty
(510) 225-8827
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41004912
APN: 060-2438-049-00
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