NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1717 Allston Way Berkeley, CA 94703

Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,048,000 - $1,323,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
952 Sq Ft
$1,269/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 07, 2023

Last sale price $1,190,000 $1,250 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,009/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Bungalow
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Tile Countertops
  • Shed

About This Home

As of September 2023

This cozy and convenient home is tucked into the close knit McGee’s farm neighborhood of Central Berkeley; convenient to transportation, schools, entertainment and shopping – including the Saturday farmer’s market. Your own special retreat in the city. The front porch is wreathed in wisteria intertwined with roses – a perfect place to relax and chat with your neighbors and passersby. It is the perfect mix of vintage details and today's conveniences. Configured for easy living and entertaining both inside and out it has generous public spaces. Venture out into the lush back yard and across the path to the sauna for private spa experience. There is good storage in the attic and basement. For the electric vehicle owner - there is deeded ev parking on the green strip. Welcome home to the best kept secret in Berkeley – McGee’s Farm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mischa Lorraine

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #01858312 Listed on: 07/29/2023

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

ROMNEY O'CONNELL

License #01468613

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,755

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 2,508 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • No Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Mcgee's Farm Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 56201016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,755

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Subdivision Name: MCGEE'S FARM
  • Directions: university R->McGee L->Allston Way
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Wood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Tile Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Garden
  • Foundation Details: Capped Brick
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2508
  • Parcel Number: 56201016
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 2017
Sold by
Arriba Jerry D
Bought by
Lorraine Mischa
Current Estimated Value
$1,207,731

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$522,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2017
Sold by
Lorraine Mischa
Bought by
Lorraine Mischa and Mischa Lorraine Revocable Trus

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$522,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2011
Sold by
Lorraine Mischa
Bought by
Lorraine Mischa

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
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 17, 2001
Sold by
Lorraine Mischa
Bought by
Lorraine Mischa
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
Lorraine Mischa -- Chicago Title Company
Lorraine Mischa -- Accommodation
Lorraine Mischa -- Chicago Title Company
Lorraine Mischa -- Chicago Title Company
Lorraine Mischa -- Chicago Title Company
Lorraine Mischa -- Chicago Title Company
Lorraine Mischa -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Lorraine Mischa $115,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $522,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $285,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $285,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $60,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $322,700
Closed Lorraine Mischa $27,300
Closed Lorraine Mischa $50,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $275,000
Closed Lorraine Mischa $50,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,190,000 -- --
09/07/2023 09/07/23 Sold $1,190,000 +32.4% $1,250 / Sq Ft
08/08/2023 08/08/23 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2023 07/29/23 For Sale $899,000 -- $944 / 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 $16,755 $1,206,800 $364,140 $849,660
2024 $16,755 $1,183,000 $357,000 $833,000
2023 $4,461 $198,904 $141,182 $57,722
2022 $4,285 $188,004 $138,414 $56,590
2021 $4,272 $184,180 $135,700 $55,480
2020 $4,002 $189,220 $134,309 $54,911
2019 $3,791 $185,511 $131,676 $53,835
2018 $3,705 $181,873 $129,094 $52,779
2017 $3,550 $178,308 $126,563 $51,745
2016 $3,389 $174,812 $124,082 $50,730
2015 $3,333 $172,186 $122,218 $49,968
2014 $3,289 $168,815 $119,825 $48,990
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mischa Lorraine

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Mischa Lorraine

    Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

    (510) 331-3617

    1 in this area

    51 Total Sales

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  • ROMNEY O'CONNELL

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    ROMNEY O'CONNELL

    (510) 599-6911

    3 in this area

    66 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41034550

bridgeMLS

APN: 056-2010-016-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 Downtown Berkeley

1717 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1717 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 29 July 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,207,731, approximately $1,268 per square foot. This property was built in 1912. 1717 Allston Way 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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