$802,500
SOLD APR 29, 2025

1801 University Ave Unit 401 Berkeley, CA 94703

Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
764 Sq Ft
$573/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$1,050 Per Sq Ft

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • 3-minute walk to Ohlone Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Welcome to this beauty right in the heart of Berkeley! This delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom top-floor condo is a rare gem boasting inspiring views of the Bay and the East Bay hills. Step inside and be greeted by the inviting vaulted ceilings and an abundance of natural light that floods this home. Enjoy the cozy loft, with its direct view of the Golden Gate bridge, as a bedroom; office or meditative space. The disability-friendly bathroom with a convenient roll-in shower adds practicality without sacrificing style. The primary bedroom offers a private balcony overlooking the serene hills, while a shared rooftop courtyard provides the perfect spot for gatherings under the Berkeley sky. Located just a block away from Trader Joe's and surrounded by fantastic eateries and shops, this condo offers the ultimate convenience of city living. Plus, being within walking distance to UC Berkeley and BART makes it ideal for students, faculty, or anyone looking to be at the heart of academic and cultural activities. Opportunities like this don't come often. Schedule your viewing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephen Beard

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01432150 Listed on: 03/25/2025

Kw Advisors East Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Jabari Arnold

Kw Advisors East Bay License #02056827

Kw Advisors East Bay

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,881

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Southwest Facing Home

HOA Fees

  • $573 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Tuck Under Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Entry on the 4th floor
  • Shingle Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Window Screens
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Tile Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Individual Controls for Heating

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Rooftop Deck

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 57206023

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common heating, common hot water, hazard insurance, management fee, ground maintenance, reserves, water/sewer
  • 29 Units
  • Association Phone (510) 262-1795
  • Berkeley Central Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Barbecue Grill

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,881

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$573 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY CENTRAL
  • Directions: MLK to University to Grant
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Other
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Doors, Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Full Bath
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Entry Location: No Steps to Entry
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, San Francisco
  • View: Yes
  • Common Walls: Corner Unit
  • Construction Type: Siding - Other
  • Direction Faces: Southwest
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Common Area, Unit Faces Street, No Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Int Access From Garage, Space Per Unit - 1, Below Building Parking, Mechanical Lift, Restrictions, See Remarks, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Individual Rm Controls, Other
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Secured Access, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Roof Deck, Barbecue, BBQ Area
  • Association Fee: 573
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 510-262-1795
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Heating, Common Hot Water, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Maintenance Grounds, Reserves, Water/Sewer

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12424
  • Parcel Number: 57206023
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 29

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 25, 2025
Closed on
Apr 23, 2025
Sold by
Biggs Rafe and Biggs Ralph Eric
Bought by
Diana May Lin Trust and Lin
Seller's Agent
Stephen Beard
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Jabari Arnold
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$802,500
Premium/Discount to List
$3,500
0.44%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$783,574

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$18,926
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2013
Sold by
Acampora Anthony and Acampora Margaret R
Bought by
Biggs Ralph Eric

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
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 20, 2003
Sold by
Benson Kathryn A
Bought by
Acampora Anthony and Acampora Margaret R

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 1998
Sold by
University Lofts Lp
Bought by
Benson Kathryn A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,200
Interest Rate
7.07%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $802,500 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $490,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $395,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $259,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $285,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $207,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/29/2025 04/29/25 Sold $802,500 +0.4% $1,050 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Pending -- -- --
03/25/2025 03/25/25 For Sale $799,000 -- $1,046 / 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 $9,881 $700,000 $210,000 $490,000
2024 $9,881 $581,871 $176,661 $412,210
2023 $9,664 $577,327 $173,198 $404,129
2022 $9,475 $559,008 $169,802 $396,206
2021 $9,482 $547,914 $166,474 $388,440
2020 $8,944 $549,225 $164,767 $384,458
2019 $8,561 $538,460 $161,538 $376,922
2018 $8,411 $527,905 $158,371 $369,534
2017 $8,113 $517,557 $155,267 $362,290
2016 $7,826 $507,408 $152,222 $355,186
2015 $7,558 $499,790 $149,937 $349,853
2014 $7,291 $466,668 $140,000 $326,668
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41090747

bridgeMLS

APN: 057-2060-023-00