NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1835 Capistrano Ave Berkeley, CA 94707

Thousand Oaks Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,181,000 - $2,308,446

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,862 Sq Ft
$783/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 31, 2024

Last sale price $2,340,000 $818 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,885/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Converted Garage
  • Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • 4-minute walk to Thousand Oaks School Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

The Invisible hands of nature join with the hands of talented artisans to craft this home with a deep connection to its environment. Expertly modernized and equipped to the height of luxury, this pristine home was extensively renovated in 1999 - 2000. The kitchen features Wolf range and Subzero refrigerator. The primary bath boasts a large jetted tub. The lower level hosts a second bath, laundry, wine cellar, and an office or guest space. The upstairs attic room has skylights and copious shelving. The converted garage is made comfortable with insulation, sound wiring, and flooring. The yard is equipped with a grill area and a roof deck. Serene from the quiet street in an ideal location to the creekside sanctuary. The artfully landscaped yard marries meandering river rock to a walkway of Ann Sacks’s tiles. Garden gates by artist Eric Powell. The front door is adorned by glass panels by Dorothy Lenehan. HES/BESO of a perfect 10! Ask your agent about all the Green home improvements.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sarah Marcus

Redfin License #01967832 Listed on: 10/24/2024

Redfin

Last Buyer's Agent

Emma Dolgin

The GRUBB Company License #02113494

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1925

Lot Details

  • 5,000

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Converted Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Radiant Heating System

Additional Features

  • Solar owned by seller
  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Thousand Oaks Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 62288914

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1925

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Thousand Oaks
  • Directions: Capistrano btwn Colusa and The Alameda
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks22: Sarah E Marcus - 510-915-6705 - Welcome to 1835 Capistrano Avenue, a beautifully updated home in Berkeley’s desirable Thousand Oaks neighborhood. Just steps away are the vibrant shops and restaurants of Solano Avenue. This quiet street is perfect for its tranquility and convenience. The interior features modern upgrades and top-tier finishes throughout. With its beautiful lighting, the sun-filled kitchen offers views of the lush backyard framed by mature trees and a serene creek. Equipped with stainless steel appliances, a gas range, and custom cabinetry, this kitchen is designed for both functionality and style. Upstairs, the cozy family room, complete with built-ins, is ideal for movie nights or as a playroom. The converted garage serves as a spacious 4th bedroom, perfect for guests or a home office. The home also features a wine closet with storage for over 100 bottles and convenient off-street parking. With its private, fenced backyard, rooftop deck, and proximity to parks, top-rated schools, and commuter routes, this one of a kind property blends luxury and location in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after areas.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000
  • Parcel Number: 62288914

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Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 24, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Wakefield Stacy and Wakefield Bruna
Bought by
Gala Shail and Gala Meghna
Seller's Agent
Sarah Marcus
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Emma Dolgin
The GRUBB Company
List Price
$1,849,000
Sold Price
$2,340,000
Premium/Discount to List
$491,000
26.55%
Views
53
Current Estimated Value
$2,242,362

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$97,638
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.17%
Original Mortgage
$1,797,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,780,010
Interest Rate
5.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$462,352

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 23, 2021
Closed on
Feb 17, 2021
Sold by
Mercer Barbara Louise and Bailie Mark Ogborn
Bought by
Wakefield Stacy and Wakefield Bruna
Seller's Agent
Tracy Sichterman
Berkeley Hills Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joanna Hirsch
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$2,225,000
Premium/Discount to List
$530,000
31.27%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.32%
Original Mortgage
$775,000
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 2, 2015
Sold by
Mercer Barbara Louise and Bailie Mark Gborn
Bought by
Barbara Louise Mercer & Mark Ogborn Bail

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2011
Sold by
Mercer Barbara L
Bought by
2011 Mercer Barbara Louise and 2011 Barbara Louise Mercer

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 3, 1994
Sold by
Mercer Barbara L
Bought by
Mercer Barbara L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$124,000
Interest Rate
7.19%
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
Gala Shail $2,340,000 Chicago Title
Wakefield Stacy $2,225,000 Chicago Title Company
Barbara Louise Mercer & Mark Ogborn Bail -- None Available
Ogborn Mercer Barbara Louise -- None Available
Mercer Barbara Louise -- None Available
2011 Mercer Barbara Louise -- None Available
Mercer Barbara L -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gala Shail $1,797,000
Previous Owner Wakefield Stacy $775,000
Previous Owner Mercer Barbara L $124,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,225,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,849,000 -- --
12/31/2024 12/31/24 Sold $2,340,000 +26.6% $818 / Sq Ft
11/14/2024 11/14/24 Pending -- -- --
10/23/2024 10/23/24 For Sale $1,849,000 -16.9% $646 / Sq Ft
02/23/2021 02/23/21 Sold $2,225,000 +31.3% $851 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/02/2021 02/02/21 Pending -- -- --
01/23/2021 01/23/21 For Sale $1,695,000 -- $648 / 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 $26,053 $1,900,000 $570,000 $1,330,000
2024 $26,053 $1,800,000 $540,000 $1,260,000
2023 $32,132 $2,314,890 $694,467 $1,620,423
2022 $31,839 $2,269,500 $680,850 $1,588,650
2021 $9,856 $454,791 $121,180 $340,611
2020 $9,283 $457,057 $119,937 $337,120
2019 $9,024 $448,097 $117,586 $330,511
2018 $8,150 $439,312 $115,281 $324,031
2017 $7,850 $430,700 $113,021 $317,679
2016 $7,523 $422,256 $110,805 $311,451
2015 $7,404 $415,914 $109,141 $306,773
2014 $7,314 $407,767 $107,003 $300,764
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Sarah Marcus

    Redfin

    (510) 339-3840

    1 in this area

    116 Total Sales

    Sarah Marcus
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  • Emma Dolgin

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Emma Dolgin

    The GRUBB Company

    (917) 971-8196

    1 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Emma Dolgin
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  • Tracy Sichterman

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Tracy Sichterman

    Berkeley Hills Realty

    (510) 520-0076

    6 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Tracy Sichterman
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  • L

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    LINDA VAN COUVERING

    BERKELEY HILLS REALTY

    (510) 524-9888

    3 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    LINDA VAN COUVERING
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  • Joanna Hirsch

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Joanna Hirsch

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 418-0346

    2 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Joanna Hirsch
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41077259

bridgeMLS

APN: 062-2889-014-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Thousand Oaks

1835 Capistrano Ave, Berkeley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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