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Seller's Agent in 2025
John Sweeney
Compass
(415) 732-5867
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
1968 Marin Ave Berkeley, CA 94707
Northbrae Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,504
Sq Ft
7,150
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Home Office
- Detached Garage
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- Workshop
- 4-minute walk to Indian Rock Park
About This Home
As of November 2025This wonderful Craftsman home is beautifully situated in North Berkely close to Solano Avenue shops an to Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto restaurants. With great curb appeal, this home offers 2,504 sq. ft. of living space on an oversize 7,150 sq. ft. lot (per tax records). The large front porch brings an intangible feel good'' factor while leading through to the inviting living space and to the homes obvious charms throughout. The ground floor boasts a large living room with fireplace and inlaid Hardwood floors, a connected dining room with original built in cabinets, and a bright, sunny office beyond. A charming eat-in kitchen and a primary bedroom suite complete this level. The upper level has an additional two bedrooms, one with a deck that offers views of the Golden Gate Bridge. A huge bathroom and additional spaces offer the possibility to reconfigure or create additional rooms on this level also. The backyard is a lovely space to sit and to garden or play while the huge, detached garage offers immense flexibility and possibilities. A separate potting shed (or art studio perhaps?) to the back of the garage is another lovely feature also. The home offers great access to all that North Berkeley surrounding areas have to offer including Tilden Park, Westbrae & Gilman St districts.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 7,150 Sq Ft Lot
- North Facing Home
- Manual Sprinklers System
Parking
- Detached Garage
Home Design
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Workshop
- Wood Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2025
Closed on
Oct 31, 2025
Sold by
Lyman Kelly Ann Gilson and Lyman Chris
Bought by
Grind Steven and Grind Kirsten
Seller's Agent
John Sweeney
Compass
Buyer's Agent
William Witort
Compass
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$2,107,000
Premium/Discount to List
$712,000
51.04%
Views
39
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-80.05%
Original Mortgage
$1,407,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,405,688
Interest Rate
6.34%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$446,415
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2001
Sold by
Lysmer Mary F
Bought by
Gilson Lyman Chris and Gilson Lyman Kelly Ann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,500
Interest Rate
7%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 1998
Sold by
Lysmer John
Bought by
Lysmer John and Lysmer Mary F
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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 | $2,107,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Grant Deed | $663,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,407,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $496,500 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | Sold | $2,107,000 | +51.0% | $841 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/08/2025 10/08/25 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $557 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,727 | $972,383 | $293,815 | $685,568 |
| 2024 | $16,727 | $953,182 | $288,054 | $672,128 |
| 2023 | $16,360 | $941,360 | $282,408 | $658,952 |
| 2022 | $16,019 | $915,901 | $276,870 | $646,031 |
| 2021 | $16,030 | $897,808 | $271,442 | $633,366 |
| 2020 | $15,037 | $895,533 | $268,660 | $626,873 |
| 2019 | $14,306 | $877,977 | $263,393 | $614,584 |
| 2018 | $14,038 | $860,765 | $258,229 | $602,536 |
| 2017 | $13,555 | $843,892 | $253,167 | $590,725 |
| 2016 | $13,034 | $827,350 | $248,205 | $579,145 |
| 2015 | $12,846 | $814,925 | $244,477 | $570,448 |
| 2014 | $12,671 | $798,967 | $239,690 | $559,277 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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John Sweeney
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William Witort
Buyer's Agent in 2025
William Witort
Compass
(510) 557-4537
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 425079837
APN: 061-2571-020-00
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