Seller's Agent in 2024
Marcia Weske
(510) 853-1483
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
2012 Hearst Ave Unit A Berkeley, CA 94709
Downtown Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,179
Sq Ft
$622/mo
HOA Fee
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Updated Kitchen
- End Unit
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2024Modern updates to a brown shingle townhome in Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto. Open, bright and welcoming home in small enclave of 12 units. Features include hardwood floors throughout, wood burning fireplace, soaring ceilings, new quartz countertops with suite of new stainless steel appliances, open kitchen/dining area with access to exclusive patio, pantry and powder room complete this floor. Head upstairs to find two spacious bedrooms with double closets, an updated hall bathroom with double sink vanity and matte black fixtures, in unit laundry and skylight. This complex offers a verdant courtyard with mature trees and secure parking. No car? No problem! Location accessible to the best of Berkeley shops and dining. Located north of UC Berkeley and short stroll to BART, parks and so much more!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01316805 Listed on: 06/15/2021
Townhouse Details
Home Type
- Townhome
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,331
Year Built
- Built in 1992
HOA Fees
- $622 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Entry on the 1st floor
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Stepless Entry
- End Unit
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 57205142
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves, trash
- 12 Units
- Association Phone (510) 262-1795
- Built by Updated
- N Berkeley Subdivision, Modern Floorplan
Security
- Gated Community
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 15, 2024
Closed on
Mar 29, 2024
Sold by
Cormano Jennifer M
Bought by
Evida Joan Blum 2016 Revocable Trust and Howard Daniel Hassenfeld 2016 Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Marcia Weske
Buyer's Agent
NEAL CONATSER
Compass
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$1,015,000
Premium/Discount to List
$166,000
19.55%
Views
64
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$6,082
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.79%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 15, 2021
Closed on
Jul 1, 2021
Sold by
Berryman Robert P
Bought by
Cormano Jennifer M
Seller's Agent
Anita Becker
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Anna Frankel
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$1,130,000
Premium/Discount to List
$305,000
36.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.90%
Original Mortgage
$904,000
Interest Rate
2.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2014
Sold by
Salmeron Miquel B and Vollmer Catharine Greta
Bought by
Berryman Robert P
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 2012
Sold by
Salmeron Miquel and Vollmer Catharine Greta
Bought by
Salmeron Miquel B and Vollmer Catharine Greta
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 2010
Sold by
Palmer Craig N and Johnson Linda J
Bought by
Salmeron Miguel and Vollmer Catharine Greta
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$397,500
Interest Rate
4.17%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2007
Sold by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Bought by
Palmer Craig N and Johnson Linda J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$214,500
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2007
Sold by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Bought by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.66%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 2006
Sold by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Bought by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2005
Sold by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Bought by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$491,250
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2005
Sold by
Wang Alvin T
Bought by
Stein R Timothy and Stein Vishakha
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$491,250
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 1998
Sold by
Cheng Bernadette Y
Bought by
Wang Alvin T
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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 | $1,015,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $1,130,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $675,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $530,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $685,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $655,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $253,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $904,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $397,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $491,250 | Negative Amortization |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,015,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,130,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/05/2024 04/05/24 | Sold | $1,015,000 | +19.6% | $861 / Sq Ft |
| 03/26/2024 03/26/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/15/2024 03/15/24 | For Sale | $849,000 | -24.9% | $720 / Sq Ft |
| 07/26/2021 07/26/21 | Sold | $1,130,000 | +37.0% | $958 / Sq Ft |
| 06/24/2021 06/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/15/2021 06/15/21 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $700 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $16,331 | $1,035,300 | $310,590 | $724,710 |
| 2024 | $16,331 | $1,168,651 | $352,695 | $822,956 |
| 2023 | $16,012 | $1,145,600 | $345,780 | $806,820 |
| 2022 | $15,772 | $1,123,000 | $339,000 | $791,000 |
| 2021 | $11,632 | $764,423 | $229,327 | $535,096 |
| 2020 | $11,055 | $756,587 | $226,976 | $529,611 |
| 2019 | $10,671 | $741,757 | $222,527 | $519,230 |
| 2018 | $10,503 | $727,217 | $218,165 | $509,052 |
| 2017 | $10,141 | $712,961 | $213,888 | $499,073 |
| 2016 | $9,849 | $698,981 | $209,694 | $489,287 |
| 2015 | $9,724 | $688,485 | $206,545 | $481,940 |
| 2014 | $8,163 | $553,913 | $166,174 | $387,739 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Marcia Weske
-
Caitlin Crawford
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Caitlin Crawford
(510) 289-7218
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
NEAL CONATSER
Buyer's Agent in 2024
NEAL CONATSER
Compass
(877) 733-3469
2 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Anita Becker
Seller's Agent in 2021
Anita Becker
Vanguard Properties
(510) 520-8335
2 in this area
138 Total Sales
-
Maria Cavallo-Merrion
M
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Maria Cavallo-Merrion
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
3 in this area
132 Total Sales
-
Anna Frankel
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Anna Frankel
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 710-0252
1 in this area
25 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40954367
APN: 057-2051-042-00
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