1729 Virginia St Berkeley, CA 94703
North Berkeley Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,768
Sq Ft
3,300
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Modern Architecture
- 2-minute walk to Virginia-McGee Totland
About This Home
As of April 2024Known by locals as the 'Real Easy Home' as honored in the corner garden bench, this home is steeped in local history. Originally crafted for an Armenian carpet dealer in 1903, this residence has since been a cherished haven for artistic souls and community spirits alike. Rebuilt, reimagined and basking in natural light, this home is modern and flexible, and can be used as a 4- or 5-bedroom home that includes a lower-level junior ADU or plus space that be accessed separately. In addition, it has a detached 1-bed, 1-bath ADU. Multigenerational living, cohabitation or supplement your income! All finishes are modern and efficient, such as new foundation and systems, Heat Pump for heating and cooling, plus radiant heat in the lower level and ADU. Heath tile and custom-designed finishes in both kitchens and bathrooms have been artistically designed. Enjoy natural kitchen light from the elliptical skylight as you host guests in the concept space. Partially finished attic for storage (or perhaps expansion?). Conveniently located to everything Berkeley has to offer. Produce at Monterey Market? Chez Panisse or Cheeseboard for dinner tonight? Easy access to SF by BART or A/C transit too. Quality home, A+ location. Come see all of its unique and exquisitely designed features!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Salt & Pine Real Estate License #01945375 Listed on: 03/13/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $37,050
Year Built
- Built in 1903
Lot Details
- 3,300 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Modern Architecture
- Victorian Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Ceiling Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Insulated Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Smart Thermostat
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Carport
- Off-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Doors
Utilities
- Central Air
- Air Source Heat Pump
- Radiant Heating System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Ian McLeod
- N Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 58216214
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 13, 2024
Closed on
Apr 9, 2024
Sold by
Farrell Stephen and Farrell Lilia
Bought by
Singhal Family Trust and Singhal
Seller's Agent
Gretchen Roethle
Salt & Pine Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sheril Madden
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,890,000
Sold Price
$2,931,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,041,000
55.08%
Views
141
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
-$144,287
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,435,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,420,083
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,366,630
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 22, 2023
Closed on
Jul 7, 2023
Sold by
Panther Junction Properties Llc
Bought by
Farrell Stephen and Farrell Lilia
Seller's Agent
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gretchen Roethle
Salt & Pine Real Estate
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$850,000
48.57%
Views
108
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.11%
Original Mortgage
$1,986,950
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 2016
Sold by
Nicoloff Natalya
Bought by
Panther Junction Properties Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2014
Sold by
Nicoloff Martha
Bought by
Livi Nicoloff Martha
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 19, 2008
Sold by
Nicoloff Alex and Nicoloff Martha
Bought by
Nicoloff Alex and Nicoloff Martha
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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 | $2,931,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $2,600,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,010,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,435,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,986,950 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,931,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,600,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2024 04/22/24 | Sold | $2,931,000 | +55.1% | $1,059 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2024 03/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/13/2024 03/13/24 | For Sale | $1,890,000 | -27.3% | $683 / Sq Ft |
| 08/04/2023 08/04/23 | Sold | $2,600,000 | +48.6% | $1,056 / Sq Ft |
| 07/05/2023 07/05/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/22/2023 06/22/23 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $711 / 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 | $37,050 | $2,600,000 | $780,000 | $1,820,000 |
| 2023 | $19,071 | $1,161,395 | $337,996 | $823,399 |
| 2022 | $18,659 | $1,138,625 | $331,369 | $807,256 |
| 2021 | $18,673 | $1,116,303 | $324,873 | $791,430 |
| 2020 | $17,819 | $1,099,861 | $321,543 | $778,318 |
| 2019 | $16,840 | $1,078,303 | $315,241 | $763,062 |
| 2018 | $16,353 | $1,038,200 | $309,060 | $729,140 |
| 2017 | $15,379 | $1,010,000 | $303,000 | $707,000 |
| 2016 | $3,328 | $47,428 | $29,617 | $17,811 |
| 2015 | $3,249 | $46,716 | $29,172 | $17,544 |
| 2014 | $3,148 | $45,801 | $28,601 | $17,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Gretchen Roethle
Seller's Agent in 2024
Gretchen Roethle
Salt & Pine Real Estate
(415) 599-6200
3 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Sheril Madden
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Sheril Madden
Red Oak Realty
(510) 501-1317
4 in this area
139 Total Sales
-
Jodi Nishimura
Seller's Agent in 2023
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
(510) 459-0471
10 in this area
208 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41052613
APN: 058-2162-014-00
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