$795,000
SOLD OCT 23, 2024
2 Beds
1 Bath
925 Sq Ft
0.43 Acres

Recently Sold

$859 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Dining Area

About This Home

As of October 2024

A high investment return property just 2 blocks from UC Berkeley! Built in 1992, this desirable end unit offers 2 bedrooms and 1 bath in the exclusive Hearst Common complex, which contains only 12 townhome-style units. Unlike many older condos in the area, this home stands out with its modern design and recent updates, including new paint, new carpet, a newer bathroom with a brand-new toilet, and updated light fixtures. The kitchen features an island hood, perfect for cooking enthusiasts, and an in-unit washer and dryer add convenience. The home boasts high ceilings and plenty of natural light. Enjoy the convenience of being close to all amenities, including supermarkets, banks, restaurants, stores, and parks. With a walking score of 90, everything you need is within reach. The home also offers easy access to Freeways 24 and 880. Relax on the front patio, perfect for gardening, and benefit from secure parking in the garage below with gated entry. Low HOA fees of just $487/month include water and garbage.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Yunjie Li

Legend Realty & Finance Group License #02019568 Listed on: 10/03/2024

Legend Realty & Finance Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Elisa Uribe

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #01427070

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,312

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 925 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dining Area

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Association fees include garbage, insurance - hazard, maintenance - common area, maintenance - exterior, management fee, water
  • Hearst Commons Homeowners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 057-2051-037

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,312

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Condominium
  • Age: 32
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 925
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Zoning Description: R1
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Living Sq Ft: 925
  • Stories: 2
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Composition

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Gate / Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA Fees: 487
  • Association Fees Include: Garbage, Insurance - Hazard, Maintenance - Common Area, Maintenance - Exterior, Management Fee, Water
  • H O A Name Text: Hearst Commons Homeowners Association
  • H O A Exist: Yes

Schools

  • School District: Berkeley Unified

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 057-2051-037

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2024
Closed on
Oct 15, 2024
Sold by
Lou Edmund G and Wang Chuan-Ping
Bought by
Hcmd Group Llc
Seller's Agent
Yunjie Li
Legend Realty & Finance Group
Buyer's Agent
Elisa Uribe
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
List Price
$789,000
Sold Price
$795,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
0.76%
Views
9
Current Estimated Value
$789,231

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,769
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2021
Sold by
Wei Ber Lin and Wei Lingfen Lai
Bought by
Lou Edmund G and Wang Chuan Ping

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2012
Sold by
Lin Chun Mei
Bought by
Lai Wei Ber Lin and Lai Wei Lingfen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$292,500
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2005
Sold by
Lin Jer Nao
Bought by
Lin Chun Mei

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 1998
Sold by
Aye Lyn S and Aye Thet N
Bought by
Lin Jer Nan and Lin Chun Mei
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $795,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $795,000 Old Republic Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Old Republic Title
Quit Claim Deed -- Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $660,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $390,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $230,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $291,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $292,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Sold $795,000 +0.8% $859 / Sq Ft
10/11/2024 10/11/24 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2024 10/03/24 For Sale $789,000 -- $853 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $10,312 $690,000 $207,000 $483,000
2023 $11,170 $660,000 $198,000 $462,000
2022 $11,417 $785,000 $235,500 $549,500
2021 $7,494 $452,540 $135,762 $316,778
2020 $7,089 $447,902 $134,370 $313,532
2019 $6,806 $439,124 $131,737 $307,387
2018 $6,690 $430,516 $129,155 $301,361
2017 $6,446 $422,077 $126,623 $295,454
2016 $6,233 $413,801 $124,140 $289,661
2015 $6,149 $407,588 $122,276 $285,312
2014 $6,106 $399,604 $119,881 $279,723
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81982515

MLSListings

APN: 057-2051-037-00