NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1708 Franklin St Berkeley, CA 94702

West Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,150,000 - $1,399,534

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,278 Sq Ft
$1,009/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 14, 2023

Last sale price $1,200,000 $939 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,208/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to North Berkeley Station
  • Cooling Available
  • Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
  • No HOA
  • Tankless Water Heater

About This Home

As of November 2023

Welcome to 1708 Franklin St., a rare "Golden Duplex" nestled in Berkeley’s vibrant Westbrae neighborhood, seamlessly blending urban chic with timeless charm. Located merely a short distance from North Berkeley BART and the famed Trader Joe's, and just 1.3 miles from the esteemed UC Berkeley campus, this property stands as a beacon of convenience and architectural elegance. The duplex presents a unique flexibility in its floor plan: the rear unit offers a 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath space with a generously spacious living room adorned with soaring vaulted ceilings and a contemporary remodeled kitchen, while the front unit, built in 1908, exudes old-world charm with its 1-bedroom layout, vaulted ceilings, and preserved hardwood floors. Each unit comes with its own dedicated garden space, allowing residents to find a serene escape right at their doorstep in the midst of urban living. With easy access to major highways and a plethora of shopping and dining options, the property's location is unmatched. 1708 Franklin St. embodies diverse opportunities and dreams. Dive into the unique allure of this Berkeley-style bungalow by visiting 1708Franklin.com.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

ROBERT PARKER

Compass License #01923837 Listed on: 10/13/2023

Compass

Co-Listed By

Josephine George

Compass License #01990905

Last Buyer's Agent

Shelly Ouyang

Shelly Ouyang, Broker License #01914048

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,056

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 3,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Central Heating
  • Wall Furnace
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 1,278 Sq Ft Building
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58214081

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,056

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1940
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBCOMPP
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Cedar to Franklin
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Basement: None
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Storage

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Full
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular
  • Construction Type: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Side Yard

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Street Parking

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Furnace, Central
  • Utilities: Individual Gas Meter
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3900
  • Parcel Number: 58214081
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2023
Closed on
Oct 31, 2023
Sold by
Meyer Thomas W and Meyer Chandra
Bought by
Huo Da
Seller's Agent
ROBERT PARKER
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Shelly Ouyang
Shelly Ouyang, Broker
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
9.59%
Views
58
Current Estimated Value
$1,290,134

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$90,134
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2018
Sold by
Meyer Thomas W and Ganguly Meyer Chandra
Bought by
Meyer Thomas W and Ganguly Meyer Chandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$540,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2011
Sold by
Kellogg Cynthia and Cynthia Kellogg Living Trust
Bought by
Meyer Thomas W and Ganguly Chandra

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$397,940
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2003
Sold by
Kellogg Cynthia
Bought by
Kellogg Cynthia and Cynthia Kellogg Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 31, 2002
Sold by
Kellogg Cynthia and The Cynthia Kellogg Living Tru
Bought by
Kellog Cynthia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$163,000
Interest Rate
6.05%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 1998
Sold by
Kellogg Cynthia
Bought by
Kellogg Cynthia and Cynthia Kellogg Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 1998
Sold by
Dorrett Vera M and Dorrett Barbara M
Bought by
Kellogg Cynthia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$141,600
Interest Rate
6.88%
Source: Public Records

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
Huo Da $1,200,000 Old Republic Title Company
Meyer Thomas W -- First American Title Company
Meyer Thomas W $440,000 First American Title Company
Kellogg Cynthia -- --
Kellog Cynthia -- --
Kellogg Cynthia -- --
Kellogg Cynthia $177,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Meyer Thomas W $540,000
Previous Owner Meyer Thomas W $397,940
Previous Owner Kellog Cynthia $163,000
Previous Owner Kellogg Cynthia $141,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,200,000 -- --
11/14/2023 11/14/23 Sold $1,200,000 +9.6% $939 / Sq Ft
10/26/2023 10/26/23 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2023 10/13/23 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $857 / 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
2025 $17,056 $1,217,000 $367,200 $856,800
2024 $17,056 $1,193,000 $360,000 $840,000
2023 $9,204 $546,329 $162,540 $383,789
2022 $9,025 $535,619 $159,354 $376,265
2021 $9,034 $525,116 $156,229 $368,887
2020 $8,525 $519,735 $154,628 $365,107
2019 $8,161 $509,549 $151,598 $357,951
2018 $8,068 $503,700 $148,626 $355,074
2017 $7,767 $493,827 $145,713 $348,114
2016 $7,498 $484,147 $142,857 $341,290
2015 $7,397 $476,878 $140,712 $336,166
2014 $7,340 $467,536 $137,955 $329,581
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • ROBERT PARKER

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    ROBERT PARKER

    Compass

    (510) 388-4154

    9 in this area

    101 Total Sales

    ROBERT PARKER
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  • Josephine George

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Josephine George

    Compass

    (510) 660-9668

    2 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Josephine George
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Shelly Ouyang

    Shelly Ouyang, Broker

    (510) 229-8166

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Shelly Ouyang
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41041820

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2140-008-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94702 West Berkeley

1708 Franklin St, Berkeley, CA

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