NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1801 University Ave Unit 404 Berkeley, CA 94703

Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $674,000 - $789,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
606 Sq Ft
$407/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold March 31, 2021

Last sale price $675,000 $1,114 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,380/month

86 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Rooftop Deck
  • Bay View
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 3-minute walk to Ohlone Park

About This Home

As of March 2021

One of a kind penthouse loft with bay and courtyard views. THE 606 SQ. FT. DOES NOT INCLUDE THE LOFT, WHICH IS A BONUS ROOM WITH AN ADDITIONAL 230 SQ.FT. (measured by the seller), for a total of 836 SQ. FT. Light and airy with soaring ceilings, views of downtown Oakland and San Francisco, and access to a beautifully landscaped private courtyard. This unit is right next to the elevator, and is ideally situated for wheelchair access. The open floor plan offers a spacious great room, bedroom, and full bath on the main level, plus a large loft that has been enclosed as a 2nd bedroom with a skylight and light blocking window coverings. Updated kitchen and baths along with an in-unit laundry. Close to the UC Berkeley Campus, BART, Downtown Berkeley, Trader Joes, shops, restaurants, cafes and entertainment. Rentals are allowed and parking spaces are available for $115/month. HOA dues include front exterior window washing. All information and images should be independently reviewed and verifi

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Suzanne Masella

Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell License #00640196 Listed on: 12/04/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Out Of Area Non Member

Bay East Aor

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $11,499

Year Built

  • Built in 1998

Lot Details

  • 0.29

HOA Fees

  • $407 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Secured Garage or Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Bonus Room
  • Carpet
  • Bay Views
  • Intercom
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Additional Features

  • Stepless Entry
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Wall Furnace

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 57206032

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common heating, earthquake insurance, exterior maintenance, gas, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves, security/gate fee, water/sewer
  • 29 Units
  • Not Listed Association, Phone Number (510) 262-1795
  • Central Subdivision

Security

  • Fire Sprinkler System

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,499

Year Built

Built in 1998

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$407 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1998
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: CENTRAL
  • Directions: Grant St. to University Ave.
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 4
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story, Two
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Accessible Hallway(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Entry Location: No Steps to Entry
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Penthouse Location, Studio, Bonus/Plus Room, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Other
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Secured, Enclosed

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only
  • Security: Fire Sprinkler System
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Roof Deck
  • Association Fee: 407
  • 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, Earthquake Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Gas, Hazard Insurance, Management Fee, Reserves, Security/Gate Fee, Water/Sewer

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 57206032
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 29

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 4, 2020
Closed on
Mar 26, 2021
Sold by
Zobrist Albert L and Zobrist Teresa T
Bought by
Lyon David
Seller's Agent
Suzanne Masella
Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell
Buyer's Agent
Out Of Area Non Member
Bay East Aor
List Price
$646,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
$29,000
4.49%
Total Days on Market
86
Current Estimated Value
$718,662

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$43,662
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.50%
Original Mortgage
$425,000
Outstanding Balance
$386,718
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$331,944

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 20, 1998
Sold by
University Lofts Lp
Bought by
Zobrist Albert L and Zobrist Teresa T H

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,200
Interest Rate
7.07%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lyon David $675,000 Chicago Title Company
Zobrist Albert L $199,500 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lyon David $425,000
Previous Owner Zobrist Albert L $155,000
Previous Owner Zobrist Albert L $159,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $675,000 -- --
03/31/2021 03/31/21 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $1,114 / Sq Ft
02/28/2021 02/28/21 Pending -- -- --
02/10/2021 02/10/21 Price Changed $699,000 +8.2% $1,153 / Sq Ft
02/09/2021 02/09/21 For Sale $646,000 0.0% $1,066 / Sq Ft
02/09/2021 02/09/21 Pending -- -- --
12/04/2020 12/04/20 For Sale $646,000 -- $1,066 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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
2024 $11,499 $716,310 $214,893 $501,417
2023 $11,255 $702,270 $210,681 $491,589
2022 $11,051 $688,500 $206,550 $481,950
2021 $6,309 $294,280 $88,210 $206,070
2020 $5,887 $291,263 $87,306 $203,957
2019 $5,564 $285,553 $85,594 $199,959
2018 $5,452 $279,955 $83,916 $196,039
2017 $5,248 $274,467 $82,271 $192,196
2016 $5,012 $269,086 $80,658 $188,428
2015 $4,775 $265,045 $79,447 $185,598
2014 $4,717 $259,854 $77,891 $181,963
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Suzanne Masella

    Rossmoor Realty / J.H. Russell

    (925) 788-5693

    1 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Suzanne Masella
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  • O

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Out Of Area Non Member

    Bay East Aor

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40931066

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 057-2060-032-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 Downtown Berkeley

1801 University Ave Unit 404, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1801 University Ave Unit 404, Berkeley, CA 94703 since 04 December 2020 and is currently estimated at $718,662, approximately $1,185 per square foot. This property was built in 1998. 1801 University Ave Unit 404 is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Washington Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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