NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,496,000 - $1,820,213

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,174 Sq Ft
$745/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 15, 2023

Last sale price $1,610,000 $741 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,056/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Corner Lot
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of December 2023

Nestled on the corner of Virginia and La Loma, this historic gem in Berkeley, California, tells a tale that began in 1894. Under the thoughtful guidance of its architect-owner since 1973, the residence has undergone tasteful updates, blending original redwood details with 1970s Danish modern enhancements. The home enjoys a prime location, offering proximity to UC Berkeley campus and North Berkeley amenities, with elevated views of the Bay Area, including the Bay Bridge, San Francisco skyline, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Inside, doors open gracefully to decks and patios, allowing the home to harmonize with its surroundings. Skylights and clerestory windows infuse the interior with light, forging a connection between indoors and outdoors. A stately live oak tree at the front provides both a shield from the street and a unique arboreal embrace, lending the house a distinctive treehouse feel. The large living room, ideal for entertaining, boasts a bay-facing window with a generous bench for panoramic views. Beyond its architectural allure, this residence surprises with charming details. A toddler-sized tunnel upstairs leads to a magical lookout, and hidden cabinets behind redwood panels in the dining room create an enchanting retreat for the young and young at heart.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Sichterman

License #01205767 Listed on: 11/15/2023

Co-Listed By

Mykah Larkins

License #01380576

Last Buyer's Agent

Tracy Palma

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #01802420

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,048

Year Built

  • Built in 1894

Lot Details

  • 3,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • N Berkeley Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58220817

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,048

Year Built

Built in 1894

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1894
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBBERK
  • Subdivision Name: N BERKELEY
  • Directions: Keep going up La Loma past No Outlet sign
  • Architectural Style: Brown Shingle
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen Island
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • 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: 3500
  • Parcel Number: 58220817
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 15, 2023
Closed on
Dec 8, 2023
Sold by
Adams 1992 Trust
Bought by
Ayyappan Swathish Ram and Miller Megan Elaine
Seller's Agent
Tracy Sichterman
Buyer's Agent
Tracy Palma
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
List Price
$1,250,000
Sold Price
$1,610,000
Premium/Discount to List
$360,000
28.8%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
272
Current Estimated Value
$1,620,303

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,303
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.43%
Original Mortgage
$850,000
Outstanding Balance
$839,942
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$780,361

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 17, 2016
Sold by
Adams Christopher L and Adams Jane H
Bought by
Adams 1992 Trust
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
Ayyappan Swathish Ram $1,610,000 Chicago Title
Adams 1992 Trust -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ayyappan Swathish Ram $850,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,610,000 -- --
12/15/2023 12/15/23 Sold $1,610,000 +28.8% $741 / Sq Ft
11/29/2023 11/29/23 Pending -- -- --
11/15/2023 11/15/23 For Sale $1,250,000 -- $575 / 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 $24,048 $1,610,000 $483,000 $1,127,000
2023 $5,027 $70,169 $45,522 $24,647
2022 $4,780 $61,793 $44,629 $24,164
2021 $4,729 $60,444 $43,754 $23,690
2020 $4,272 $66,753 $43,306 $23,447
2019 $3,873 $65,445 $42,457 $22,988
2018 $3,747 $64,161 $41,624 $22,537
2017 $3,578 $62,903 $40,808 $22,095
2016 $3,298 $61,670 $40,008 $21,662
2015 $3,224 $60,743 $39,407 $21,336
2014 $3,221 $59,553 $38,635 $20,918
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41044477

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2208-017-00