NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,618,000 - $1,767,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,572 Sq Ft
$1,090/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 18, 2023

Last sale price $1,728,650 $1,100 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,540/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Guest House
  • Solar Power System
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Washington Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Bancroft Community Garden

About This Home

As of July 2023

This magnificent home nestled in the heart of Berkeley’s Poet’s Corner boasts stunning landscaping that will melt away the cares of the day. Impeccably manicured gardens, vibrant flowers, and lush greenery create a serene and picturesque environment that will leave you in awe. Beyond the captivating exterior lies a delightful surprise—an exquisite detached cottage. This charming retreat offers endless possibilities, whether you envision it as a guest house, a home office, or a tranquil space for relaxation. The hand-crafted details throughout the main house and cottage showcase the dedication to quality and craftsmanship that went into every aspect of this home. As evidenced by the custom millwork, every detail has been carefully considered, creating a sense of warmth and elegance that truly sets this home apart. Experience the epitome of Berkeley living at 2311 Edwards Street, where stunning landscaping, a detached cottage, and impeccable hand-crafted details combine to create a truly extraordinary home. Don't miss the opportunity to make this remarkable property your own and immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of its surroundings. The main house offers 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms.

Last Listed By

Tom Watson

Corcoran Icon Properties License #01409175 Listed on: 06/06/2023

Corcoran Icon Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,464

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 4,808 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
  • Landscaped
  • Rectangular Lot

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Central Vacuum
  • Skylights
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • No Garage
  • On-Street Parking

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Outdoor Features

  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Poets Corner Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 56191533

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,464

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Subdivision Name: POETS CORNER
  • Directions: Sacramento to Channing to Edwards
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Energy Audit - Available
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Vinyl
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Formal Dining Room, Office, Workshop, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen, Central Vacuum
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s), Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Backyard, Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storage
  • Other Structures: Guest House, Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Parking on Site, None, No Garage, On Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4808
  • Parcel Number: 56191533
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Green Features

  • Green Water Conservation: Low Flow Toilet

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2023
Closed on
Jul 10, 2023
Sold by
Burkart-Gradin Family Trust
Bought by
Chen Mark and Kao Joanne
Seller's Agent
Tom Watson
Corcoran Icon Properties
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Chen
Veritas Homes
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,728,650
Premium/Discount to List
$233,650
15.63%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
284
Current Estimated Value
$1,713,757

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$14,893
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.02%
Original Mortgage
$929,000
Outstanding Balance
$913,128
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$815,033

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2023
Sold by
Burkart Gregory and Burkart Rafael
Bought by
Burkart-Gradin Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 17, 2023
Sold by
Jennifer Reid Smith Living Trust
Bought by
Burkart Gregory Thomas

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2023
Sold by
Smith Jennifer Reid
Bought by
Jennifer Reid Smith Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 16, 2020
Sold by
Smith Jennifer R
Bought by
Smith Jennifer Reid and The Jennifer Reid Smith Living

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Chen Mark $1,729,000 Chicago Title
Burkart-Gradin Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Burkart Gregory -- None Listed On Document
Burkart Gregory Thomas -- --
Smith Jennifer Reid -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Mark $929,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,728,650 -- --
07/18/2023 07/18/23 Sold $1,728,650 +15.6% $1,100 / Sq Ft
06/20/2023 06/20/23 Pending -- -- --
06/06/2023 06/06/23 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $951 / 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 $24,464 $1,723,000 $520,000 $1,208,600
2023 $19,823 $1,350,000 $405,000 $945,000
2022 $5,519 $174,834 $76,562 $105,272
2021 $5,488 $171,268 $75,060 $103,208
2020 $5,097 $176,441 $74,291 $102,150
2019 $4,776 $172,981 $72,834 $100,147
2018 $4,650 $169,590 $71,406 $98,184
2017 $4,441 $166,265 $70,006 $96,259
2016 $4,200 $163,006 $68,634 $94,372
2015 $4,123 $160,557 $67,603 $92,954
2014 $4,225 $157,413 $66,279 $91,134
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41029458

bridgeMLS

APN: 056-1915-033-00