NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,319,493 - $1,435,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,294 Sq Ft
$1,080/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 13, 2024

Last sale price $1,460,000 $1,128 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,436/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Bonus Room
  • 3-minute walk to Halcyon Commons Park

About This Home

As of November 2024

Artisanal Craftsman home in the heart of the Elmwood District! Greeted by a welcoming front porch, step into this 2+ bedroom, 1.5 bathroom gem that exudes old-world charm with modern comfort. It features a kitchen with elegant Pietra Cardosa countertops and a classic swinging door, a sunny living room with custom shelving by the cozy fireplace, and a formal dining room with built-ins. Upstairs, you’ll find two sizeable bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a versatile bonus room—ideal as a home office, creative space, or a cozy retreat. Hardwood floors throughout the home have been recently refinished. And there is a secret garden out back! Discover a lush, landscaped backyard with mature lime and persimmon trees, raised garden beds, a meandering stone path, and a grand Desert King fig tree bursting with ripe figs surrounding the outdoor seating areas. The home has been thoughtfully updated with code-compliant wiring (no knob & tube!), a sump pump, efficient Mitsubishi heat pumps, and boasts a perfect 10/10 BESO score. Conveniently located just blocks from Whole Foods, shops and cafes, this home offers easy access to the University, Ashby BART, and neighborhood parks like Willard and Bushrod. Don’t miss the chance to see it in person— join us at our Open Houses this weekend!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Teresa Lee

The GRUBB Company License #02005328 Listed on: 10/09/2024

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Ward

Red Oak Realty License #01490471

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,782

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

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

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Elmwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5215758

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,782

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: Telegraph to Prince
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman, Farm House
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Stone Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump, Radiant
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500
  • Parcel Number: 5215758
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2024
Closed on
Nov 1, 2024
Sold by
Brown James Matthew and Delair Eva Jeanette
Bought by
Wheeler Joseph and Akullian Anna
Seller's Agent
Teresa Lee
The GRUBB Company
Buyer's Agent
Scott Ward
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,085,000
Sold Price
$1,460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$375,000
34.56%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,397,873

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$62,127
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.20%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 16, 2018
Closed on
Sep 6, 2018
Sold by
Deeds Paul D and Mehta Mausmi P
Bought by
Brown James Matthew and Delair Eve Jeanette
Seller's Agent
Michael Robertson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Karen Strain
Front Porch Realty
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.90%
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2007
Sold by
Oconnell Thomas Gregory
Bought by
Deeds Paul D and Mehta Mausmi P

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$483,200
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2005
Sold by
Oconnell Thomas Gregory
Bought by
Oconnell Thomas Gregory

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$422,000
Interest Rate
5.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 2004
Sold by
Doyle Kathy
Bought by
Oconnell Thomas Gregory

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$318,500
Interest Rate
5.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 1995
Sold by
Thompson Miles W
Bought by
Oconnell Thomas Gregory and Doyle Kathy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$85,000
Interest Rate
7.59%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Wheeler Joseph $1,460,000 Old Republic Title
Brown James Matthew $1,300,000 Old Republic Title Company
Deeds Paul D $604,000 Fidelity National Title
Oconnell Thomas Gregory -- Chicago Title Co
Oconnell Thomas Gregory -- Chicago Title Co
Oconnell Thomas Gregory $85,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wheeler Joseph $362,000
Previous Owner Brown James Matthew $400,000
Previous Owner Deeds Paul D $398,186
Previous Owner Deeds Paul D $398,800
Previous Owner Deeds Paul D $402,800
Previous Owner Deeds Paul D $417,000
Previous Owner Deeds Paul D $483,200
Previous Owner Oconnell Thomas Gregory $422,000
Previous Owner Oconnell Thomas Gregory $318,500
Previous Owner Oconnell Thomas Gregory $85,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,460,000 -- --
11/13/2024 11/13/24 Sold $1,460,000 +34.6% $1,128 / Sq Ft
10/23/2024 10/23/24 Pending -- -- --
10/08/2024 10/08/24 For Sale $1,085,000 -16.5% $838 / Sq Ft
09/12/2018 09/12/18 Sold $1,300,000 0.0% $1,005 / Sq Ft
08/28/2018 08/28/18 Pending -- -- --
08/16/2018 08/16/18 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $1,005 / 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 $19,782 $1,414,718 $426,515 $995,203
2023 $19,397 $1,393,846 $418,154 $975,692
2022 $19,106 $1,359,520 $409,956 $956,564
2021 $19,189 $1,332,727 $401,918 $937,809
2020 $18,295 $1,326,000 $397,800 $928,200
2019 $17,725 $1,300,000 $390,000 $910,000
2018 $10,546 $711,173 $213,352 $497,821
2017 $10,179 $697,233 $209,170 $488,063
2016 $9,857 $683,564 $205,069 $478,495
2015 $9,727 $673,302 $201,990 $471,312
2014 $9,660 $660,117 $198,035 $462,082
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41075769

bridgeMLS

APN: 052-1575-008-00