NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2629 College Ave Berkeley, CA 94704

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $746,000 - $1,052,714

2 Beds
1 Bath
938 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Last Sold February 17, 2023

Last sale price $992,500 $1,058 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,960/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of February 2023

The unique Elmwood property you've been waiting for! Living much like a single-family home, this condo is the back structure on a generously sized lot in a prime Berkeley location. Moments from bustling College Ave shopping, Telegraph Ave eateries + close to campus, the convenience found at 2629 College is unmatched. A charming facade greets, leading you up to the second floor entry. Here you enjoy the beautiful light a second story offers, plus rich dark hardwood floors, newly painted interior, and updates throughout. The living space is expansive and unfolds into the dining room for ideal open-plan living. The kitchen cabinetry has been finished in a stylish forest green, with stainless steel appliances, and an adorable nook creating additional storage and a place to enjoy casual breakfasts. Two nearly identical bedrooms await nearby, both radiate with sunlight and one features original glass French doors. A refreshed bath with a shower-over-tub completes the main level of the home. Below there is a convenient garage, laundry room, + basement storage. Following along the side-path of the home you'll find a charming backyard with brick patios for dining or lounging and fresh landscaping. Discover the benefits of condo living at 2629 College. Welcome home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jenny Wang

Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #01241501 Listed on: 01/25/2023

Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty

Co-Listed By

Madeline Skinner

Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #02125102

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Tehrani

License #01972611

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,124

Year Built

  • Built in 1923

Lot Details

  • Landscaped
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 55184871

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 2 Units
  • Not Listed Association
  • Elmwood Subdivision

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,124

Year Built

Built in 1923

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1923
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMCURBAN
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: On College between Derby & Parker
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Building Name: Not Listed
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 1
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Partial Fence, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Unguarded Gate
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Other
  • Association Fee Frequency: Other
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 555-555-5555
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Other

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5406
  • Parcel Number: 55184871
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 25, 2023
Closed on
Feb 10, 2023
Sold by
Chilvers Kimberly and Chilvers John
Bought by
Avrv Properties
Seller's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Beth Tehrani
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$992,500
Premium/Discount to List
$93,500
10.4%
Views
44
Current Estimated Value
$869,429

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$123,071
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 22, 2004
Sold by
Hirata Rosos Peter and Hirata Rosos Kana
Bought by
Fox John and Chilvers Kimberly

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$416,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 1999
Sold by
Layer D K D and Layer Vu N
Bought by
Layer D Kevin and Vu Anh Ngoc Thi

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Avrv Properties $992,500 Chicago Title
Fox John $520,000 Financial Title Company
Layer D Kevin -- Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chilvers Kimberly $100,000
Previous Owner Chilvers Kimberly $393,000
Previous Owner Fox John $416,000
Previous Owner Layer D Kevin $125,000
Closed Fox John $51,950
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $992,500 -- --
02/17/2023 02/17/23 Sold $992,500 +10.4% $1,058 / Sq Ft
02/07/2023 02/07/23 Pending -- -- --
01/25/2023 01/25/23 For Sale $899,000 -- $958 / 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
2025 $15,124 $1,032,596 $309,727 $722,869
2024 $15,124 $1,012,350 $303,654 $708,696
2023 $11,167 $696,627 $208,988 $487,639
2022 $10,957 $675,972 $204,891 $478,081
2021 $10,977 $662,582 $200,874 $468,708
2020 $10,365 $662,718 $198,815 $463,903
2019 $9,932 $649,728 $194,918 $454,810
2018 $9,760 $636,994 $191,098 $445,896
2017 $9,421 $624,508 $187,352 $437,156
2016 $9,101 $612,268 $183,680 $428,588
2015 $8,977 $603,074 $180,922 $422,152
2014 $7,834 $505,000 $151,500 $353,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jenny Wang

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jenny Wang

    Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty

    (510) 289-1022

    11 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Jenny Wang
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  • Madeline Skinner

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Madeline Skinner

    Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty

    (203) 505-5304

    1 in this area

    6 Total Sales

    Madeline Skinner
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  • Beth Tehrani

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Beth Tehrani

    (415) 766-1755

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Beth Tehrani
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  • B

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Behnaz Tehrani

    Redfin

    (877) 973-3346

    1 in this area

    42 Total Sales

    Behnaz Tehrani
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41017772

bridgeMLS

APN: 055-1848-071-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94704 Elmwood

2629 College Ave, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2629 College Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 since 25 January 2023 and is currently estimated at $869,429, approximately $926 per square foot. This property was built in 1923. 2629 College Ave 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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