Seller's Agent in 2025
Ken Kwok
MaxReal
(650) 642-5548
79 Total Sales
1644 Kains Ave Berkeley, CA 94702
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,056
Sq Ft
3,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- City View
- Wood Flooring
- Formal Dining Room
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Workshop
- Double Pane Windows
About This Home
As of May 2025This bright and sunny home boasts a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a cozy fireplace. Upstairs, you'll find 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a kitchen, while the downstairs offers 2 bonus rooms and a workshop area. The home exudes warmth and character, highlighted by handcrafted details and a welcoming front porch. The expansive backyard provides a private oasis, perfect for entertaining, outdoor dining, or gardening. Centrally located, this home is just minutes from UC Berkeley, Berkeley Marina, North Berkeley BART, Cedar Rose Park, and popular shopping and dining spots like Fourth Street, Acme Bread, Philz Coffee, Whole Foods, and Monterey Market
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,118
Year Built
- Built in 1921
Lot Details
- 3,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Level Lot
- Low Maintenance Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,056 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Workshop
- City Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- No Garage
- Alley Access
- Open Parking
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 059-2287-018-00
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Lu Wei Jie and Zhong Zhi Ming
Bought by
Huang Steve F and Zhuo Queena H
Seller's Agent
Ken Kwok
MaxReal
Buyer's Agent
Grace Sun
Compass
List Price
$815,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$85,000
10.43%
Views
51
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$8,791
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.62%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$597,871
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$293,338
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 5, 1996
Sold by
Chang James Chung Ming and Chang Debby
Bought by
Lu Wei Jie and Zhong Zhi Ming
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$107,250
Interest Rate
7.96%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 1, 1994
Sold by
Chang Debby
Bought by
Chang James Chung Ming and Chang Debby
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
8.57%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $900,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Grant Deed | $143,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | $80,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $107,250 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $128,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Sold | $900,000 | +10.4% | $852 / Sq Ft |
| 04/21/2025 04/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $815,000 | -- | $772 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,118 | $230,545 | $71,263 | $166,282 |
| 2024 | $7,118 | $225,887 | $69,866 | $163,021 |
| 2023 | $6,880 | $228,321 | $68,496 | $159,825 |
| 2022 | $6,624 | $216,845 | $67,153 | $156,692 |
| 2021 | $6,591 | $212,457 | $65,837 | $153,620 |
| 2020 | $6,086 | $217,207 | $65,162 | $152,045 |
| 2019 | $5,672 | $212,948 | $63,884 | $149,064 |
| 2018 | $5,522 | $208,774 | $62,632 | $146,142 |
| 2017 | $5,303 | $204,682 | $61,404 | $143,278 |
| 2016 | $4,999 | $200,670 | $60,201 | $140,469 |
| 2015 | $4,905 | $197,657 | $59,297 | $138,360 |
| 2014 | $4,810 | $193,785 | $58,135 | $135,650 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ken Kwok
-
Grace Sun
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Grace Sun
Compass
(626) 500-7082
41 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS
MLS Number: 425006316
APN: 059-2287-018-00
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