$1,700,000
SOLD JUN 16, 2025
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,910 Sq Ft
4,792 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$890 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2025

Charming 1912 Home w/ Modern Upgrades | 2134 Ward St, Berkeley- Blend historic charm & contemporary living in this 4-bed, 2-bath gem! Enter through a welcoming porch to an elegant foyer. The living room dazzles with a gas fireplace & vintage built-ins, while the dining area flows into a partially open kitchen featuring a chic eat-in bar & ample storage. Practical bathroom with shower + laundry. A beautiful Sunroom oasis opens to lush Mediterranean-inspired gardens—ideal for indoor-outdoor relaxation. Upstairs, four bright bedrooms & a full bath offer serene privacy. Prime Location: Walk to Berkeley Bowl, BART, cafes, & shops! Owned solar panels (cut energy costs!), tankless water heater, updated electrical, & energy-efficient windows. Rare mix of tradition + efficiency—perfect for those craving character & convenience. Tour today!

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2015
Sold by
Dean David and David Dean Living Trust
Bought by
Facente Jane and Gary Facente Split Purchase Tr

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2010
Sold by
Dean David and Lowinger Steve
Bought by
Dean David and David Dean Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2007
Sold by
Dean David and Lowinger Steve
Bought by
Dean David and Lowinger Steve

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.41%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 29, 2001
Sold by
Lowinger Steve
Bought by
Lowinger Steve and Steve Lowinger Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2000
Sold by
Sandy Seagift Sandy Joan and Sandy Seagift
Bought by
Lowinger Steve J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 1993
Sold by
Ribovich John J and Ribovich Deborah H
Bought by
Lowinger Steve

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
4.62%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,659,000 Placer Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $48,000 --
Grant Deed $259,500 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $175,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $364,668 New Conventional
Previous Owner $387,200 Unknown
Previous Owner $394,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $148,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $160,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Sold $1,700,000 +13.5% $890 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2025 05/07/25 For Sale $1,498,000 -- $784 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $27,468 $1,918,369 $406,196 $1,519,173
2023 $26,893 $1,887,626 $398,233 $1,489,393
2022 $26,959 $1,843,614 $390,425 $1,460,189
2021 $27,081 $1,807,331 $382,770 $1,431,561
2020 $25,923 $1,795,734 $378,847 $1,416,887
2019 $25,200 $1,760,530 $371,420 $1,389,110
2018 $24,800 $1,726,023 $364,140 $1,361,883
2017 $23,983 $1,692,180 $357,000 $1,335,180
2016 $23,376 $1,659,000 $350,000 $1,309,000
2015 $7,781 $382,888 $110,165 $272,723
2014 $7,671 $375,388 $108,007 $267,381
Source: Public Records

Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41096399

bridgeMLS

APN: 054-1720-025-00