NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2626 Hillegass Ave Unit A Berkeley, CA 94704

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,024,000 - $1,305,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,247 Sq Ft
$150/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold July 16, 2021

Last sale price $1,125,000 $902 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,629/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • End Unit
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 3-minute walk to Willard Park

About This Home

As of July 2021

Lights shine through huge period windows in this elegant, 1923 classic craftsman unit. This one-level condo is located on the second/top floor of a small ‘historical” building. It was updated in 2008 keeping the classic details with a total high-end renovation. Open floor plan, tall ceilings, charming woodwork, fireplace, hardwood floors throughout, and exquisite lighting. Gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, and cherry wood cabinetry. Spacious master bedroom with bay windows and skylight in the primary bathroom. Stunning sun-drenched living room with skylight and wood-burning fireplace. The second hallway bathroom next to the second bedroom makes it another bedroom suite. In-unit laundry. Charming common area with magnolia tree and brick and ivy patio. There is an approximately 300SF+ space and deeded storage room in basement. Best location in this sought-after Elmwood neighborhood. Close to UC Berkeley, Elmwood/Derby Park, BART, Whole Foods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wendy Louie

Bhg Re Reliance Partners License #01038800 Listed on: 05/28/2021

Bhg Re Reliance Partners

Last Buyer's Agent

OUT OF AREA OUT

OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER License #88888888

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,395

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Back and Front Yard

HOA Fees

  • $150 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Carport
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 55184138

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, insurance, ground maintenance, reserves, trash, water/sewer
  • 4 Units
  • Not Listed Association
  • Built by Craftsman
  • Elmwood Subdivision

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,395

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$150 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: College R Derby R Hillegass
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Conversion, Dining Area, Storage, Unfinished Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Level, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Builder Name: Craftsman
  • Common Walls: Corner Unit, End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Street, Backyard, Front Yard, Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Carport, Space Per Unit - 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Unit, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Guest Parking
  • Association Fee: 150
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 000-000-0000
  • Association: Yes
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Exterior Maintenance, Hazard Insurance, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Reserves, Trash, Water/Sewer

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7974
  • Parcel Number: 55184138
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 4

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 2022
Sold by
Shahia Vatannia
Bought by
Vatannia And Yahyavi Living Trust
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
$1,151,968

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 28, 2021
Closed on
Jul 2, 2021
Sold by
Wu Liza Li Chiao and Wang Charles Szu
Bought by
Vatannia Shahla and Yahyavi Tajabadi Mehdi
Seller's Agent
Wendy Louie
Bhg Re Reliance Partners
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$985,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
$140,000
14.21%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.30%
Original Mortgage
$757,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2008
Sold by
2626 Hillegass Llc
Bought by
Wu Liza Li Chiao and Wang Charles Szu Han

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Vatannia And Yahyavi Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Vatannia Shahla $1,125,000 Chicago Title Company
Wu Liza Li Chiao $680,000 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Vatannia Shahla $757,500
Previous Owner 2626 Hillegass Llc $200,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,125,000 -- --
07/16/2021 07/16/21 Sold $1,125,000 +14.2% $902 / Sq Ft
06/12/2021 06/12/21 Pending -- -- --
05/28/2021 05/28/21 For Sale $985,000 -- $790 / 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 $16,395 $1,170,450 $351,135 $819,315
2023 $16,076 $1,147,500 $344,250 $803,250
2022 $15,836 $1,125,000 $337,500 $787,500
2021 $12,141 $801,947 $242,684 $566,263
2020 $11,541 $800,658 $240,197 $560,461
2019 $11,143 $784,964 $235,489 $549,475
2018 $10,968 $769,575 $230,872 $538,703
2017 $10,590 $754,487 $226,346 $528,141
2016 $10,287 $739,697 $221,909 $517,788
2015 $10,155 $728,591 $218,577 $510,014
2014 $8,551 $590,000 $177,000 $413,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Wendy Louie

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Wendy Louie

    Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners

    (510) 851-9888

    1 in this area

    37 Total Sales

    Wendy Louie
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    OUT OF AREA OUT

    OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40951796

bridgeMLS

APN: 055-1841-038-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94704 Elmwood

2626 Hillegass Ave Unit A, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2626 Hillegass Ave Unit A, Berkeley, CA 94704 since 28 May 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,151,968, approximately $923 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 2626 Hillegass Ave Unit A is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Emerson Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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