$2,375,000
SOLD NOV 5, 2025

2004 Essex St Berkeley, CA 94703

South Berkeley Neighborhood
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,978 Sq Ft
5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,201 Per Sq Ft

49% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • 2-minute walk to Ashby Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
  • Traditional Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2025

A Victorian beauty has been reimagined for modern living in this fully renovated 4BD/3.5BA home in the heart of Berkeley. From the expansive backyard to the comfortable living areas, this 1978 SQFT home has been thoughtfully redesigned with room to grow with approved ADU plans and two primary suites. The bay windows, a convenient adjacent dining area, an exquisite designer kitchen with top of the line appliances, a flexible space ready as a den, office, or play area, and a powder room. Step through the kitchen’s glass doors onto a deck for wonderful indoor/outdoor living. Entertain, play, or garden in the professionally landscaped backyard boasting raised gardening beds, new fencing, and a large patio. Back inside, the first floor’s primary bedroom suite also opens to the yard and includes a gorgeous spa-like bath and custom closets. Wood floors and recessed lighting span the home. Upstairs find three more bedrooms with roomy closets. Two bright bedrooms share a chic new full bath with tub, while another bedroom features a great new ensuite bath with shower. Two parking spaces and BART mere blocks away make for an easy commute. Nearby, enjoy Berkeley’s best - the cultural and recreational offerings of Cal, great parks, Berkeley Bowl, gourmet dining, and lively College Avenue.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

David Gunderman

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01313613 Listed on: 10/08/2025

Kw Advisors East Bay

Co-Listed By

HANS STRUZYNA

Kw Advisors East Bay License #02028425

Last Buyer's Agent

Andrew Hunting

Compass License #02025188

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,177

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Parking

  • Tandem Parking
  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lower Elmwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 53159417

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,177

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOKWOAK
  • Subdivision Name: Lower Elmwood
  • Directions: MLK/Adeline/Essex
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: **OFFER DATE: 10/21 at 10AM via D.io** **CBS Code - see showing info**Listing Agent Contact is Hans Struzyna 510-768-8228 Hans@TheGundermanGroup.com. Bed/Bath/Square Feet may not match public records - buyer to verify/satisfy. The taking of images of this property is limited to those persons preparing Appraisal or Inspection reports. Security cameras in use at property. Matterport and website: https://thegundermangroup.com/property/2004-essex-street-berkeley/
  • remarks22: David Gunderman - 510-205-4369 - A Victorian beauty has been reimagined for modern living in this fully renovated 4BD/3.5BA home in the heart of Berkeley. From the expansive backyard to the comfortable living areas, this 1978 SQFT home has been thoughtfully redesigned with room to grow with approved ADU plans and two primary suites. The bay windows, a convenient adjacent dining area, an exquisite designer kitchen with top of the line appliances, a flexible space ready as a den, office, or play area, and a powder room. Step through the kitchen’s glass doors onto a deck for wonderful indoor/outdoor living. Entertain, play, or garden in the professionally landscaped backyard boasting raised gardening beds, new fencing, and a large patio. Back inside, the first floor’s primary bedroom suite also opens to the yard and includes a gorgeous spa-like bath and custom closets. Wood floors and recessed lighting span the home. Upstairs find three more bedrooms with roomy closets. Two bright bedrooms share a chic new full bath with tub, while another bedroom features a great new ensuite bath with shower. Two parking spaces and BART mere blocks away make for an easy commute. Nearby, enjoy Berkeley’s best - the cultural and recreational offerings of Cal, great parks, Berkeley Bowl, gourmet dining, and lively College Avenue.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Spaces, Side Yard Access, Tandem, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000
  • Parcel Number: 53159417

Matterport 3D Tour

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 20, 2023
Closed on
Aug 16, 2023
Sold by
Mercedes P Anderson Family Trust
Bought by
Ironhorse Fund Llc
Seller's Agent
Andrea Gordon
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alfonso Galindo
Dolan Realty Company
List Price
$1,199,000
Sold Price
$1,015,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$184,000
-15.35%
Views
6

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.87%
Original Mortgage
$1,213,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,185,848
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$82,099

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 1997
Sold by
Anderson Mercedes
Bought by
Anderson Mercedes P and The Mercedes P Anderson Family
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,015,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,213,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/05/2025 11/05/25 Sold $2,375,000 +48.9% $1,201 / Sq Ft
10/21/2025 10/21/25 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2025 10/08/25 For Sale $1,595,000 +57.1% $806 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,015,000 -- --
09/06/2023 09/06/23 Sold $1,015,000 -15.3% $620 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/24/2023 07/24/23 Pending -- -- --
07/20/2023 07/20/23 For Sale $1,199,000 -- $732 / 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
2025 $16,177 $1,035,300 $310,590 $724,710
2024 $16,177 $1,015,000 $304,500 $710,500
2023 $4,853 $95,350 $60,103 $35,247
2022 $4,632 $86,480 $58,924 $34,556
2021 $4,593 $84,647 $57,769 $33,878
2020 $4,200 $90,708 $57,177 $33,531
2019 $3,863 $88,929 $56,056 $32,873
2018 $3,743 $87,186 $54,957 $32,229
2017 $3,579 $85,477 $53,880 $31,597
2016 $3,331 $83,801 $52,823 $30,978
2015 $3,259 $82,542 $52,030 $30,512
2014 $3,176 $80,926 $51,011 $29,915
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • David Gunderman

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    David Gunderman

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 205-4369

    4 in this area

    185 Total Sales

    David Gunderman
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  • HANS STRUZYNA

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    HANS STRUZYNA

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 768-8666

    2 in this area

    163 Total Sales

    HANS STRUZYNA
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  • Andrew Hunting

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Andrew Hunting

    Compass

    (925) 997-0833

    1 in this area

    25 Total Sales

    Andrew Hunting
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  • Andrea Gordon

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Andrea Gordon

    Compass

    (510) 421-6818

    10 in this area

    258 Total Sales

    Andrea Gordon
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    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Alfonso Galindo

    Dolan Realty Company

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41114096

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 053-1594-017-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94703 South Berkeley

2004 Essex St, Berkeley, CA

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