Stephen Beard
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 962-7729
44 Total Sales
4 in West Berkeley
$505K - $1.5M Price Range
1708 Franklin St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,304,339
2
Beds
3
Baths
1,278
Sq Ft
$1,021/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to North Berkeley Station
- Tankless Water Heater
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- No HOA
- Central Heating
About This Home
As of November 2023Welcome 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.
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Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1940
Lot Details
- 3,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Level Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Flooring
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Central Heating
- Wall Furnace
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
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
Ownership History
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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
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
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,339
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.98%
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 Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $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
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Meyer Thomas W | $540,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Thomas W | $183,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Thomas W | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Thomas W | $325,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Meyer Thomas W | $397,940 | |
| Previous Owner | Waldman Janis | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Kellog Cynthia | $163,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $18,391 | $1,241,480 | $374,544 | $873,936 |
| 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
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ROBERT PARKER
Seller's Agent in 2023
ROBERT PARKER
Compass
(510) 388-4154
8 in this area
102 Total Sales
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Josephine George
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
Josephine George
Compass
(510) 660-9668
2 in this area
15 Total Sales
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Shelly Ouyang
SO
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Shelly Ouyang
Shelly Ouyang, Broker
(510) 229-8166
2 in this area
32 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41041820
APN: 058-2140-008-01
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