NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2309 Derby St Berkeley, CA 94705

South Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,452,000 - $1,536,922

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,338 Sq Ft
$1,114/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,288,800 $963 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,943/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 1-Story Property

About This Home

As of September 2020

Spacious, charming one-level Baja Elmwood Bungalow on a beautiful tree-lined street! Vintage charm including lovely multi-paned windows, fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors, expansive rooms that could be reconfigured into 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Bright remodeled kitchen and bathroom, fresh paint and stylish finishes. Detached garage and a fantastic, landscaped backyard with raised veggie beds, grass and al fresco dining area. ADU potential. Close to Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, Elmwood shops and restaurants, parks and transportation options. Walkscore 92, Bikescore 96! A lovely home!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jodi Nishimura

Kai Real Estate License #01762935 Listed on: 08/27/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Gerry Bakalian

Gerry Bakalian, Broker License #01189882

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,024

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 4,860 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Gas Range
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Baja Elmwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 55183417

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,024

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Baja Elmwood
  • Directions: Telegraph to Derby
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Gas Range/Cooktop

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4860
  • Parcel Number: 55183417

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2020
Closed on
Sep 15, 2020
Sold by
Lum Timothy K H
Bought by
Zhang Yi Cheng
Seller's Agent
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gerry Bakalian
Gerry Bakalian, Broker
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,288,800
Premium/Discount to List
$293,800
29.53%
Current Estimated Value
$1,490,981

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$202,181
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Zhang Yi Cheng $1,289,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,288,800 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,288,800 -- --
09/21/2020 09/21/20 Sold $1,288,800 +29.5% $963 / Sq Ft
09/09/2020 09/09/20 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2020 08/27/20 For Sale $995,000 -- $744 / 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 $20,024 $1,367,674 $410,302 $957,372
2023 $20,002 $1,340,867 $402,260 $938,607
2022 $19,449 $1,314,575 $394,372 $920,203
2021 $19,532 $1,288,800 $386,640 $902,160
2020 $4,927 $146,196 $112,693 $33,503
2019 $4,657 $143,329 $110,483 $32,846
2018 $4,528 $140,519 $108,317 $32,202
2017 $4,342 $137,765 $106,194 $31,571
2016 $4,117 $135,064 $104,112 $30,952
2015 $4,035 $133,036 $102,549 $30,487
2014 $3,957 $130,430 $100,540 $29,890
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jodi Nishimura

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jodi Nishimura

    Kai Real Estate

    (510) 459-0471

    18 in this area

    205 Total Sales

    Jodi Nishimura
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  • Gerry Bakalian

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Gerry Bakalian

    Gerry Bakalian, Broker

    (925) 262-3333

    1 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Gerry Bakalian
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40918414

bridgeMLS

APN: 055-1834-017-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94704 South Berkeley

2309 Derby St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2309 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 27 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,490,981, approximately $1,114 per square foot. This property was built in 1922. 2309 Derby St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Emerson Elementary School, Malcolm X Elementary School, and John Muir Elementary School.

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