NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1926 Francisco St Unit 1 Berkeley, CA 94709

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $871,000 - $1,024,116

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,171 Sq Ft
6,970 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold December 08, 2023

Last sale price $970,000 $828 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,443/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of December 2023

Don't miss this gorgeous Mediterranean condo that feels like a single-family home, seamlessly blending the charm of original features with the beauty and ease of modern upgrades of large rebuilt deck, recently painted exterior & interior, brand new bathroom, all with quality finishes and materials in trend forward, unexpectedly delightful colors and finishes. Enter a spacious, light filled living room with a mullioned picture window overlooking the front garden, and the sun gleaming across the beautiful hardwood floors throughout the home. Embrace this era of architecture with the stunning original 1920's tile fireplace, glass door knobs, moldings & cut-outs while enjoying the luxury of modern upgrades – lighting, high end appliances and fixtures, laundry closet, two nicely sized, sunny bedrooms, and, a spacious, stylishly designed bathroom in beautiful Italian tiles. French doors in the back bedroom lead to a lovely rebuilt redwood deck and outdoor area. Located in sought after North Berkeley, close to two BART stations, shopping, cafes and incredible dining along Shattuck.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robin Hampton

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01962186 Listed on: 10/13/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Unhei Kang

License #01825446

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,862

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • Landscaped
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Ceiling Insulation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58216934

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Bay East Association
  • N Berkeley Subdivision

Security

  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,862

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.16
  • Subdivision Name: N BERKELEY
  • Directions: Left on Shattuck or Right on MLK
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Building Name: None
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Ceiling Insulation
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Formal Dining Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Parking Spaces

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Security: Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: BAY EAST
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6893
  • Parcel Number: 58216934
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 13, 2023
Closed on
Dec 1, 2023
Sold by
Declaration Alfred and Declaration Freda
Bought by
Crain Nikolaus W and Lee Charlotte P
Seller's Agent
Robin Hampton
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Unhei Kang
List Price
$965,000
Sold Price
$970,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.52%
Total Days on Market
28
Views
73
Current Estimated Value
$946,529

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$23,471
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.60%
Original Mortgage
$727,000
Outstanding Balance
$718,447
Interest Rate
7.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$228,082

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2002
Sold by
Knight Spencer and Knight Lisanne M
Bought by
Tanz Freda L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 1998
Sold by
Knight Lisa M and Knight Spencer N
Bought by
Knight Lisanne M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Interest Rate
6.9%
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
Crain Nikolaus W $970,000 Old Republic Title Company
Tanz Freda L $450,000 Chicago Title Co
Knight Lisanne M -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Crain Nikolaus W $727,000
Previous Owner Knight Spencer $45,000
Previous Owner Knight Lisanne M $56,000
Previous Owner Knight Spencer $198,000
Previous Owner Knight Lisanne M $56,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $970,000 -- --
12/08/2023 12/08/23 Sold $970,000 +0.5% $828 / Sq Ft
11/10/2023 11/10/23 Pending -- -- --
10/13/2023 10/13/23 For Sale $965,000 -- $824 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East 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 $13,862 $963,000 $291,000 $679,000
2023 $7,556 $450,912 $222,009 $228,903
2022 $7,406 $435,071 $217,656 $224,415
2021 $7,412 $426,404 $213,388 $220,016
2020 $6,991 $428,961 $211,201 $217,760
2019 $6,687 $420,552 $207,061 $213,491
2018 $6,567 $412,307 $203,001 $209,306
2017 $6,327 $404,225 $199,022 $205,203
2016 $6,100 $396,302 $195,121 $201,181
2015 $6,016 $390,350 $192,191 $198,159
2014 $5,965 $382,706 $188,427 $194,279
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Robin Hampton

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 608-7881

    2 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Robin Hampton
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  • Unhei Kang

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Unhei Kang

    (510) 816-6999

    1 in this area

    56 Total Sales

    Unhei Kang
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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41041835

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 058-2169-034-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94709 North Berkeley

1926 Francisco St Unit 1, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1926 Francisco St Unit 1, Berkeley, CA 94709 since 13 October 2023 and is currently estimated at $946,529, approximately $808 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 1926 Francisco St Unit 1 is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Washington Elementary School, and Oxford Elementary School.

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