1728 Ward St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,024
Sq Ft
5,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Stone Countertops
- 5-minute walk to Grove Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Nestled in the heart of Berkeley, this charming 1920s bungalow merges timeless elegance w/modern amenities. Situated on an amazing lot, this property offers 2bed/1ba, living room, formal dining, kitchen, laundry, storage room in basement, a large driveway for multiple parking & security gate. Upon entering, you'll be greeted by a formal entryway, large living room w/abundant natural light. Beautiful hardwood flooring. Remodeled kitchen & bathroom. The rear bedroom, elevated by the split-level design, offers tranquil garden views & a unique charm. Below, a partial basement provides additional storage space. Step outside to the sunny spacious backyard, perfect for entertaining. Drought-tolerant plants along w/fruit trees & vegetable beds. State of the art energy efficient heat pump w/Central Heat/AC. Newer windows/doors, roof, interior paint, retrofit, sewer lateral compliance, gate & fences. With the expansive backyard, there is plenty of room to expand the main home & build an ADU. The convenient location of this home is outstanding. Walking distance to Berkeley Bowl, library, tool lending library, tennis courts & new playground at Grove park. Zoned for Willard Middle School. Enjoy easy access to public transport, Ashby BART (0.6 miles) & Downtown Berkeley, restaurants & cafes.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,472
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 54172930
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2024
Sold by
Rozza Alessandro and Oki Saran
Bought by
Rozza Alessandro and Oki Saran
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$612,000
Outstanding Balance
$609,862
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$561,264
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 20, 2024
Closed on
May 13, 2024
Sold by
Daniel Miller Joshua and Nystrom Annelise
Bought by
Rozza Alessandro and Oki Saran
Seller's Agent
Trang Dunlap
Buyer's Agent
Cynthia Speers
Compass
List Price
$949,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$201,000
21.18%
Views
35
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.52%
Original Mortgage
$862,500
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2021
Closed on
Oct 8, 2021
Sold by
Wang Xiang Qun and The Tsan Ching Chen Living Tru
Bought by
Miller Joshua Daniel and Miller Annelise Nystrom
Seller's Agent
William Witort
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Trang Dunlap
List Price
$895,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
$80,000
8.94%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.58%
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 6, 2014
Sold by
Chen Tsan Ching
Bought by
The Tsan Ching Chen Living Trust
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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 | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,150,000 | Wfg National Title Insurance C | |
| Grant Deed | $975,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $612,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $862,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $0 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $97,403 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $780,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $107,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,150,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $975,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/23/2024 05/23/24 | Sold | $1,150,000 | +21.2% | $1,123 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2024 05/02/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2024 04/01/24 | For Sale | $949,000 | -2.7% | $927 / Sq Ft |
| 10/22/2021 10/22/21 | Sold | $975,000 | +8.9% | $952 / Sq Ft |
| 09/29/2021 09/29/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2021 09/16/21 | For Sale | $895,000 | -- | $874 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,472 | $1,173,000 | $351,900 | $821,100 |
| 2024 | $14,472 | $1,007,390 | $304,317 | $710,073 |
| 2023 | $14,778 | $994,500 | $298,350 | $696,150 |
| 2022 | $14,810 | $968,000 | $292,500 | $682,500 |
| 2021 | $5,028 | $189,034 | $58,810 | $137,224 |
| 2020 | $4,714 | $194,024 | $58,207 | $135,817 |
| 2019 | $4,466 | $190,221 | $57,066 | $133,155 |
| 2018 | $4,354 | $186,491 | $55,947 | $130,544 |
| 2017 | $4,171 | $182,834 | $54,850 | $127,984 |
| 2016 | $3,974 | $179,250 | $53,775 | $125,475 |
| 2015 | $3,902 | $176,558 | $52,967 | $123,591 |
| 2014 | $3,792 | $173,100 | $51,930 | $121,170 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2024
Trang Dunlap
(415) 606-2967
2 in this area
252 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Cynthia Speers
Compass
(510) 517-6936
1 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2021
William Witort
Compass
(510) 557-4537
7 in this area
49 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41054514
APN: 054-1729-030-00
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