Seller's Agent in 2022
Heidi Choi
Keller Williams Realty
(510) 789-8788
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
2435 Martin Luther King jr Way Berkeley, CA 94704
Downtown Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,123,000 - $1,776,000
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,031
Sq Ft
$700/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Becky Temko Tot Park
About This Home
As of April 2022*DON'T MISS THIS RARE FIXER OPPORTUNITY*COME SEE THIS FIXER BEFORE ITS GONE* Absolute charming 1906 Victorian boasting vintage aesthetic & appeal* Nestled in desirable central Berkeley just minutes from Berkeley High, UC Berkeley, BART, Alta Bates hospital, Whole Foods, Berkeley Bowl, Poets Corner* Situated on a prime lot with approx 6000 sq ft, this diamond in the rough consists of 5 bed / 2 bath / 2031 sq ft and has potential to be converted into 2 separate multi-unit structures or single family + multi-unit/ADU combo (as next door neighbors recently constructed)* Endless opportunities and positive CASH FLOW* Main home features the 5 bed / 2 bath with traditional living and dining rooms, kitchen* Deep driveway with automatic security gate leads to rear garage which can be converted into a separate multi-unit structure/office/in-law ADU* Spacious fenced yard for endless entertainment, kids/pets play, gardeners delight* THIS ONE WON'T LAST*
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Realty License #01867040 Listed on: 02/26/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,409
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Composition Shingle
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security Gate
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Gravity Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 55189818
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2024
Sold by
Hu Mona
Bought by
Mona Hu Living Trust and Hu
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 17, 2015
Sold by
Smith Mary Elizabeth
Bought by
Smith Mary Elizabeth and Mary Elizabeth Smith Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 31, 2006
Sold by
Smith Mary Elizabeth
Bought by
Smith Mary Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$544,185
Interest Rate
6.53%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 28, 1994
Sold by
Smith Jesse
Bought by
Smith Mary E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mona Hu Living Trust | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Smith Mary Elizabeth | -- | None Available | |
| Smith Mary Elizabeth | -- | North American Title Co | |
| Smith Mary E | -- | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Smith Mary Elizabeth | $544,185 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,330,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2022 04/21/22 | Sold | $1,330,000 | +2.7% | $655 / Sq Ft |
| 03/02/2022 03/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/26/2022 02/26/22 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $638 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,409 | $1,411,395 | $423,418 | $987,977 |
| 2024 | $21,409 | $1,314,000 | $394,200 | $919,800 |
| 2023 | $20,086 | $1,223,000 | $366,900 | $856,100 |
| 2022 | $6,278 | $1,323,000 | $399,000 | $931,000 |
| 2021 | $5,180 | $62,991 | $53,456 | $16,535 |
| 2020 | $4,770 | $69,273 | $52,908 | $16,365 |
| 2019 | $4,414 | $67,914 | $51,870 | $16,044 |
| 2018 | $4,266 | $66,583 | $50,853 | $15,730 |
| 2017 | $4,081 | $65,277 | $49,856 | $15,421 |
| 2016 | $3,803 | $63,998 | $48,879 | $15,119 |
| 2015 | $3,714 | $63,037 | $48,145 | $14,892 |
| 2014 | $3,652 | $61,802 | $47,202 | $14,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Heidi Choi
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40982839
APN: 055-1898-018-00
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