Seller's Agent in 2024
Sarah Marcus
(510) 915-6705
2 in this area
46 Total Sales
2540 California St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $891,000 - $1,143,027
2
Beds
1
Bath
938
Sq Ft
$1,054/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Washington Elementary School Rated A
- Converted Garage
- Bungalow
About This Home
As of January 2024California, a state, a street, a frame of mind. Welcome home to this lovely 1923 Berkeley bungalow. This property has unadulterated charm & original features in this town’s most central location. This 2 bedroom*, 1 bath home has classic hardwood floors, period-era built-in cabinets, French doors, & a huge closet that housed the original Murphy bed. The property has a brand new roof-August 2020, fresh paint in and out, & is ready for you. California Street is a “bicycle boulevard” & this location allows for ambulating of many forms, to enjoy great neighborhood features such as: Mojo’s and Homemade Cafe, Breads of India, both Berkeley Bowl locations, Downtown Berkeley, the waterfront, University,&. The deck in a secret garden gives you a private sanctuary for entertaining, a victory garden, and peaceful contemplation as you are so inspired. *The square footage and/or bedroom and bath count published in the MLS may differ from public record.Calistreetbungalow.com
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,472
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 2,520 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Gas Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Converted Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5418002
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 6, 2023
Closed on
Jan 12, 2024
Sold by
Rogers Jessica Ann and Rogers Mason
Bought by
Frick Karen Trapenberg
Seller's Agent
Sarah Marcus
Buyer's Agent
KIM COLE
Compass
List Price
$849,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$101,000
11.9%
Views
129
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
$38,257
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.51%
Original Mortgage
$66,700
Interest Rate
6.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 10, 2020
Closed on
Oct 7, 2020
Sold by
Itule F Ramona and Ramona Itule Patigian Living T
Bought by
Rogers Jessica Anne and Day Mason
Seller's Agent
Jose Fernandez
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
List Price
$789,000
Sold Price
$910,000
Premium/Discount to List
$121,000
15.34%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.33%
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2016
Sold by
Itule F Ramona and Patigian Ramona Itule
Bought by
Itule F Ramona and Ramona Itule Patigian Living T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 10, 2008
Sold by
Matchett Stanley Michael
Bought by
Patigian Ramona Itule
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 18, 2008
Sold by
Liu Jenna Chunyan
Bought by
Matchett Stanley Michael
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frick Karen Trapenberg | $950,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Rogers Jessica Anne | $910,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Itule F Ramona | -- | None Available | |
| Patigian Ramona Itule | $480,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Matchett Stanley Michael | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Frick Karen Trapenberg | $66,700 | |
| Open | Frick Karen Trapenberg | $835,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Rogers Jessica Anne | $728,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Patigian Ramona Itule | $380,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $910,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $950,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $910,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/26/2024 01/26/24 | Sold | $950,000 | +11.9% | $1,013 / Sq Ft |
| 12/23/2023 12/23/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/06/2023 12/06/23 | For Sale | $849,000 | -6.7% | $905 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2020 10/23/20 | Sold | $910,000 | +15.3% | $970 / Sq Ft |
| 09/22/2020 09/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/10/2020 09/10/20 | For Sale | $789,000 | -- | $841 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,472 | $962,000 | $290,700 | $678,300 |
| 2024 | $13,472 | $965,691 | $289,707 | $675,984 |
| 2023 | $13,210 | $946,763 | $284,029 | $662,734 |
| 2022 | $13,016 | $928,200 | $278,460 | $649,740 |
| 2021 | $13,073 | $910,000 | $273,000 | $637,000 |
| 2020 | $8,311 | $565,170 | $169,551 | $395,619 |
| 2019 | $8,020 | $554,091 | $166,227 | $387,864 |
| 2018 | $7,890 | $543,230 | $162,969 | $380,261 |
| 2017 | $7,606 | $532,578 | $159,773 | $372,805 |
| 2016 | $7,382 | $522,138 | $156,641 | $365,497 |
| 2015 | $7,287 | $514,300 | $154,290 | $360,010 |
| 2014 | $7,244 | $504,230 | $151,269 | $352,961 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sarah Marcus
-
KIM COLE
Buyer's Agent in 2024
KIM COLE
Compass
(510) 967-9181
3 in this area
50 Total Sales
-
Jose Fernandez
Seller's Agent in 2020
Jose Fernandez
Red Oak Realty
(510) 882-3558
8 in this area
83 Total Sales
-
Stacey Merryman
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Stacey Merryman
Red Oak Realty
(510) 919-9306
4 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
Buyer's Agent in 2020
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
(415) 310-6166
4 in this area
118 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41045560
APN: 054-1800-002-00
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