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.
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
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Average Home Value in this Area
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
| 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
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 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| 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
Deed 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
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41066257
APN: 059-2283-008-00
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