2705 California St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $862,000 - $1,085,699
2
Beds
1
Bath
877
Sq Ft
$1,099/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- No HOA
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of July 2021Sweet, Sunny Starter on California St. Compact bungalow, big on charm: vintage, artisan-tile gas-burning fireplace, hardwoods, picture moldings, french doors, formal dining. EZ indoor/outdoor flow from kitchen w/walk-in pantry/nook to sun-splashed patio. Updated electrical main, dual pane windows throughout, tankless water heater, seismic retrofit, cheerful exterior paint, 10/2015 roof w/warranty, sewer compliant, Rinnai direct vent furnace. Fully fenced, EZ maint. rear yard w/lush container garden, bamboo, fruit trees, plumbed gas line and grill included. Perfect to cook, relax, entertain. Central to Berkeley Bowl, BART, Tool Library, UC, downtown museums, theaters and a plethora of shops & cafes. Don't miss!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01300164 Listed on: 05/19/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,986
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 1,888 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- On-Street Parking
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Free-Standing Range
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Wall Furnace
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Bowl Subdivision, Craftsman Bungalow Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 541731222
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2021
Sold by
Lavi Kian Habib
Bought by
Lavi Kian Habib and Mr Lavis Living Trust
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 19, 2021
Closed on
Jul 7, 2021
Sold by
Moser Cliffton S and Leitner Moser Elizabeth
Bought by
Lavi Kian Habib
Seller's Agent
Ruth Goldstone
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Jose Fernandez
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$775,000
Sold Price
$925,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
19.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.04%
Original Mortgage
$740,000
Outstanding Balance
$678,670
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$285,005
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2013
Sold by
Bethlehem Temple Of The Pentacostal Chur
Bought by
Moser Cliff and Moser Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$396,000
Interest Rate
3.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lavi Kian Habib | -- | None Available | |
| Lavi Kian Habib | $925,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Moser Cliff | $440,000 | Chicago Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lavi Kian Habib | $740,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Moser Cliff | $396,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $925,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/15/2021 07/15/21 | Sold | $925,000 | +19.4% | $1,055 / Sq Ft |
| 06/03/2021 06/03/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/19/2021 05/19/21 | For Sale | $775,000 | -- | $884 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $13,986 | $955,370 | $288,711 | $673,659 |
| 2023 | $13,671 | $943,500 | $283,050 | $660,450 |
| 2022 | $13,901 | $919,400 | $277,500 | $647,500 |
| 2021 | $8,332 | $491,290 | $149,487 | $348,803 |
| 2020 | $7,934 | $493,181 | $147,954 | $345,227 |
| 2019 | $7,662 | $483,515 | $145,054 | $338,461 |
| 2018 | $7,523 | $474,037 | $142,211 | $331,826 |
| 2017 | $7,250 | $464,744 | $139,423 | $325,321 |
| 2016 | $7,026 | $455,632 | $136,689 | $318,943 |
| 2015 | $6,926 | $448,790 | $134,637 | $314,153 |
| 2014 | $6,878 | $440,000 | $132,000 | $308,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ruth Goldstone
Seller's Agent in 2021
Ruth Goldstone
Red Oak Realty
(510) 418-7191
2 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
CATHY FOPPOLI
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
CATHY FOPPOLI
Red Oak Realty
(510) 225-8827
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Jose Fernandez
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Jose Fernandez
Red Oak Realty
(510) 882-3558
7 in this area
86 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40950597
APN: 054-1731-022-02
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