Seller's Agent in 2020
Josephine George
Compass
(510) 660-9668
2 in this area
28 Total Sales
2315 Acton St Berkeley, CA 94702
West Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,079,000 - $1,349,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
861
Sq Ft
$1,434/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Bungalow
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Eat-In Kitchen
- 3-minute walk to Bancroft Community Garden
About This Home
As of September 2020Find paradise in this lovingly maintained & meticulously improved Craftsman-style bungalow in Poet’s Corner. This charming, sun-filled home features original wood flooring, rebuilt wood-burning fireplace, built-in cabinetry throughout the main living areas, 2 bedrooms, remodeled bath, & newer windows overlooking the spacious, private backyard. Spend your mornings enjoying coffee on the deck, afternoons watching butterflies & bees throughout the garden, or dinners on the large brick patio before you end the evening listening to the breeze between the trees & sounds of the fountain. Add'l amenities include covered front porch, fresh interior paint, coved ceiling in living room, stainless steel appliances, large kitchen island, sunny dining area, walk-in shower w/ seat, updated electrical & sewer compliant. Conveniently located near many restaurants and cafés. Strawberry Creek Park is 0.2 miles away. Berkeley Lawn Bowling Club is 0.1 miles away. North Berkeley BART is 0.9 miles away.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,325
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 4,480 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Window Bars
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- No Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Electricity To Lot Line
- Water Filtration System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 13, 2020
Closed on
Sep 8, 2020
Sold by
Sorrento Jeffrey P
Bought by
Mclaughlin Danielle
Seller's Agent
Josephine George
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Cathy Schultheis
Coldwell Banker
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$1,039,500
Premium/Discount to List
$240,500
30.1%
Total Days on Market
7
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
$195,424
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.59%
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$689,588
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$590,825
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2009
Sold by
Sorrento Jeffrey P and Sorrento Jeff P
Bought by
Sorrento Jeffrey P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
4.99%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 11, 2006
Sold by
Gutkin Jeff and Blatter Helene
Bought by
Sorrento Jeff P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 4, 2003
Sold by
Fettig Jennifer C
Bought by
Gutkin Jeff and Blatter Helene
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 20, 1997
Sold by
Baldwin Susan L
Bought by
Fettig Jennifer C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,600
Interest Rate
7.26%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 1993
Sold by
Megley John F and Megley Virginia H
Bought by
Baldwin Susan L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$165,000
Interest Rate
6.98%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mclaughlin Danielle | $1,039,500 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Sorrento Jeffrey P | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Sorrento Jeff P | $550,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Gutkin Jeff | $441,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Fettig Jennifer C | $207,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Baldwin Susan L | $185,000 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mclaughlin Danielle | $109,999 | |
| Open | Mclaughlin Danielle | $765,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sorrento Jeffrey P | $534,236 | |
| Previous Owner | Sorrento Jeffrey P | $560,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sorrento Jeff P | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sorrento Jeff P | $440,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gutkin Jeff | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Fettig Jennifer C | $318,125 | |
| Previous Owner | Fettig Jennifer C | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Fettig Jennifer C | $165,600 | |
| Previous Owner | Baldwin Susan L | $165,000 | |
| Closed | Gutkin Jeff | $55,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,039,500 | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2020 09/10/20 | Sold | $1,039,500 | +30.1% | $1,207 / Sq Ft |
| 08/20/2020 08/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/13/2020 08/13/20 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $928 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $15,325 | $1,103,117 | $330,935 | $772,182 |
| 2023 | $15,029 | $1,081,495 | $324,448 | $757,047 |
| 2022 | $14,809 | $1,060,290 | $318,087 | $742,203 |
| 2021 | $14,875 | $1,039,500 | $311,850 | $727,650 |
| 2020 | $9,795 | $673,744 | $202,123 | $471,621 |
| 2019 | $9,460 | $660,538 | $198,161 | $462,377 |
| 2018 | $9,309 | $647,591 | $194,277 | $453,314 |
| 2017 | $8,973 | $634,897 | $190,469 | $444,428 |
| 2016 | $8,716 | $622,451 | $186,735 | $435,716 |
| 2015 | $8,605 | $613,106 | $183,932 | $429,174 |
| 2014 | $8,245 | $576,000 | $172,800 | $403,200 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Josephine George
-
Cathy Schultheis
C
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Cathy Schultheis
Coldwell Banker
(510) 915-2277
1 in this area
23 Total Sales
Map
Similar Homes in Berkeley, CA
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40916486
APN: 056-1916-033-00
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