1719 Buena Ave Berkeley, CA 94703
North Berkeley Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,668
Sq Ft
4,294
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Updated Kitchen
- Bonus Room
- Ruth Acty Elementary Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2024If one could handpick a home based on it being on a lovely street & its proximity to an abundance of cafes, shops, specialty markets, parks, & public transit, 1719 Buena would be that home. Nestled on one of the sweetest streets in the Northbrae neighborhood, this beautiful, sun-filled 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow features a gracious open living rm and dining rm, with handsome, finely preserved, crafted woodwork & built-ins, a fireplace with its original tile-work and a large picture window, a refreshed country kitchen w/ new hardwood floor, generous storage & counter space, a glorious backyard, that whispers tranquility, w/ many fruit trees, including apple, lemon, plum, persimmon and fig, berries, roses & three raised beds for veggies, herbs and flowers, and a great split level floor plan. Numerous upgrades include a new roof, owned solar panels, a Tesla car charger, an engineered seismic retrofit and dual pane windows. Additional amenities include a long driveway and a detached oversized one plus car garage, fresh paint in and out, gleaming hardwood floors, a wonderful front porch and sewer lateral compliance. Rarely do homes come on the market in this superb location. You may even consider giving up your car when you realize how truly special and convenient this location is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01228854 Listed on: 07/12/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,624
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 4,294 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Electricity To Lot Line
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Beautiful
- Monterey/Hopkins Subdivision, Buena Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5922838
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 12, 2024
Closed on
Aug 12, 2024
Sold by
Singhal Family Trust and Singhal Alok
Bought by
Girmay Aracelis and Salandy Rassan
Seller's Agent
Sheril Madden
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jamie Lawrence
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$505,000
42.26%
Views
53
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
$5,456
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.38%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$297,949
Interest Rate
6.89%
Estimated Equity
$1,407,507
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 7, 2023
Sold by
Singhal Alok
Bought by
Singhal Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 6, 2012
Sold by
Cline Max and Jules Burstein Living Trust
Bought by
Singhal Alok and Wolf Jennifer R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$568,000
Interest Rate
3.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2009
Sold by
Burstein Jules
Bought by
Burstein Jules and The Jules Burstein Living Trus
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
4.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 7, 2003
Sold by
Burstein Jules and Jules Burstein Living Trust
Bought by
Burstein Jules
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$356,300
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2002
Sold by
Burstein Jules
Bought by
Burstein Jules and Jules Burstein Living Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,500
Interest Rate
6.05%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2001
Sold by
Burstein Jules
Bought by
Burstein Jules and Jules Burstein Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2001
Sold by
Burstein Susan
Bought by
Burstein Jules
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
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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 | $1,700,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $710,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $300,000 | No Value Available | |
| Open | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $100,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $481,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $568,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $333,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $356,300 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $352,500 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $132,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $210,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $80,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,700,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/23/2024 08/23/24 | Sold | $1,700,000 | +42.3% | $1,019 / Sq Ft |
| 07/24/2024 07/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/12/2024 07/12/24 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $716 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $13,624 | $867,271 | $262,281 | $611,990 |
| 2023 | $13,341 | $857,132 | $257,139 | $599,993 |
| 2022 | $13,100 | $833,327 | $252,098 | $588,229 |
| 2021 | $13,130 | $816,854 | $247,156 | $576,698 |
| 2020 | $12,419 | $815,413 | $244,624 | $570,789 |
| 2019 | $11,925 | $799,431 | $239,829 | $559,602 |
| 2018 | $11,725 | $783,761 | $235,128 | $548,633 |
| 2017 | $11,314 | $768,397 | $230,519 | $537,878 |
| 2016 | $10,949 | $753,330 | $225,999 | $527,331 |
| 2015 | $10,803 | $742,020 | $222,606 | $519,414 |
| 2014 | $10,726 | $727,487 | $218,246 | $509,241 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sheril Madden
Seller's Agent in 2024
Sheril Madden
Red Oak Realty
(510) 501-1317
3 in this area
134 Total Sales
-
Jamie Lawrence
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jamie Lawrence
(415) 595-3193
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41066257
APN: 059-2283-008-00
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