Seller's Agent in 2021
Norah Brower
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
7 in this area
56 Total Sales
2708 Virginia St Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,940,000 - $2,196,489
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,111
Sq Ft
$656/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Craftsman Architecture
- Bonus Room
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of February 2021First time on market in 106 yrs, this charming, spacious & intimate home began as a small cottage. It has many Craftsman features, such as a wide welcoming front door, Redwood board & batten walls, box beam ceilings & a brick fireplace & tile hearth. Many of the massive beams are decoratively notched & there are numerous Redwood alcoves framed by arches. The floor to ceiling windows flood the home with light and create a connection to the verdant vistas and lovely Bay views. On the main floor, many common areas include living room, kitchen, dining room, piano alcove, library and conservatory. Also 1 BD & 1/2 BA. Upstairs are 3 spacious BDs & 1 BA & a special carved high gabled room with various built-ins: desk, twin bed and ladder leading to an attic space, reminiscent of an English cottage. The lower level also has 1 BD, 1 BA, laundry & storage that connects to the garden & garage. Near UC & amenities of Gourmet Village, this historic home is ready for a new owner's upgrades.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01197240 Listed on: 11/19/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1908
Lot Details
- 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- City Lights
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Disposal
- Washer
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by J.H.THOMAS
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Craftsman Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5822074
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 19, 2020
Closed on
Feb 13, 2021
Sold by
Kresse John Kendrick and The Joan L Seear Revocable Tru
Bought by
Barany Vince and Nguyen Barany Annie
Seller's Agent
Norah Brower
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Lind Elkin
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,450,000
Sold Price
$1,751,000
Premium/Discount to List
$301,000
20.76%
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
$288,622
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.18%
Original Mortgage
$1,111,000
Outstanding Balance
$992,807
Interest Rate
2.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,046,815
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2012
Sold by
Seear Joan L
Bought by
Seear Joan L and Joan L Seear Revocable Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barany Vince | $1,751,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Seear Joan L | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Barany Vince | $1,111,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,751,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/19/2021 02/19/21 | Sold | $1,751,000 | +20.8% | $563 / Sq Ft |
| 12/08/2020 12/08/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/19/2020 11/19/20 | For Sale | $1,450,000 | -- | $466 / 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 | $28,717 | $1,888,317 | $568,595 | $1,326,722 |
| 2024 | $28,717 | $1,851,160 | $557,448 | $1,300,712 |
| 2023 | $28,077 | $1,821,740 | $546,522 | $1,275,218 |
| 2022 | $27,533 | $1,779,020 | $535,806 | $1,250,214 |
| 2021 | $27,493 | $1,717,611 | $515,283 | $1,202,328 |
| 2020 | $6,413 | $110,972 | $76,896 | $34,076 |
| 2019 | $5,803 | $108,796 | $75,388 | $33,408 |
| 2018 | $5,614 | $106,663 | $73,910 | $32,753 |
| 2017 | $5,393 | $104,572 | $72,461 | $32,111 |
| 2016 | $4,967 | $102,521 | $71,040 | $31,481 |
| 2015 | $4,855 | $100,981 | $69,973 | $31,008 |
| 2014 | $4,714 | $99,004 | $68,603 | $30,401 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Norah Brower
-
Daniella Brower
D
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Daniella Brower
Vanguard Properties
(510) 593-1031
7 in this area
44 Total Sales
-
Lind Elkin
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lind Elkin
Red Oak Realty
(510) 282-5666
2 in this area
36 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40929814
APN: 058-2207-004-00
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