NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,076,000 - $1,123,607

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,365 Sq Ft
$803/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 04, 2021

Last sale price $1,030,000 $755 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,568/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of March 2021

Enchanting home in one of Berkeley’s most centrally located neighborhoods, two minutes to trendy shops and dining on Telegraph Ave. and in close proximity to UC Berkeley. This unique freestanding 2-story home boasts 1365 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths tucked away behind a private gate surrounded by a beautiful garden which offers tranquility amidst a vibrant urban setting. Additional features include hardwood floors throughout, generously sized rooms all lite & bright, open concept kitchen/dining room, updated fixtures and finishes, high ceilings with skylights, cozy fireplace and washer/dryer. The detached garage is perfect for an art studio or storage space. Enjoy large dining/kitchen windows and beautiful French doors that lead to a stunning shared garden with gazebo, fountain and dining area in the front, and a backyard deck w/BBQ and room to lounge& dine. The shared garden is part of a 3-unit HOA. With its own private gate and access, this home offers complete privacy.

Last Listed By

Anna Bellomo

District Homes License #01822897 Listed on: 01/26/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,415

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $175 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Association fees include insurance, ground maintenance, water/sewer
  • Not Listed Association, Phone Number (510) 417-9390
  • Berkeley Subdivision, Charming! Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 55183229

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,415

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$175 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY
  • Directions: Blake between Telegraph and Shattuck
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Other Equipment: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Other, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Other, Front Yard, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Entry Gate, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Unit, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee: 175
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 510-417-9390
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Water/Sewer

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 55183229
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 26, 2021
Closed on
Feb 22, 2021
Sold by
Kessel Alex and Kessel Ivy
Bought by
Wang Thomas Selena
Seller's Agent
Anna Bellomo
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Erin Chan-adams
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List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$1,030,000
Premium/Discount to List
$181,000
21.32%
Total Days on Market
9
Current Estimated Value
$1,096,402

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$66,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.76%
Original Mortgage
$822,375
Outstanding Balance
$748,834
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$358,774

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 31, 2008
Sold by
Forsyth David A
Bought by
Kessel Alex and Kessel Ivy

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 10, 2000
Sold by
Cheung King L and Cheung King K
Bought by
Forsyth David A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,450
Interest Rate
8.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

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
Wang Thomas Selena $1,030,000 Chicago Title Company
Kessel Alex $527,000 Old Republic Title Company
Forsyth David A $351,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wang Thomas Selena $822,375
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $75,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $54,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $338,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $25,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $338,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $25,000
Previous Owner Forsyth David A $333,450
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,030,000 -- --
03/04/2021 03/04/21 Sold $1,030,000 +21.3% $755 / Sq Ft
02/04/2021 02/04/21 Pending -- -- --
01/26/2021 01/26/21 For Sale $849,000 -- $622 / 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 $15,415 $1,086,035 $327,910 $765,125
2023 $15,112 $1,071,611 $321,483 $750,128
2022 $14,880 $1,043,600 $315,180 $735,420
2021 $9,983 $626,696 $188,009 $438,687
2020 $9,461 $620,274 $186,082 $434,192
2019 $9,103 $608,116 $182,435 $425,681
2018 $8,954 $596,194 $178,858 $417,336
2017 $8,640 $584,504 $175,351 $409,153
2016 $8,371 $573,047 $171,914 $401,133
2015 $8,261 $564,444 $169,333 $395,111
2014 $8,208 $553,392 $166,017 $387,375
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40935560

bridgeMLS

APN: 055-1832-029-00