NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2810 Ashby Ave Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,875,000 - $2,481,000

4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,935 Sq Ft
$1,066/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 29, 2016

Last sale price $1,230,000 $636 Per Sq Ft

Est. 68% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,314/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Converted Garage

About This Home

As of November 2016

HIGH WALK SCORE 91/100. Charming Craftsman in popular Elmwood neighborhood. Lovely wainscoting, trim, built-ins. All double-paned windows. MOVE IN CONDITION. Interior painted, floors refinished. Sunny deck offers indoor-outdoor living. Property has legal GOLDEN DUPLEX status with studio.

Last Listed By

Julie Ann Nachtwey

Compass License #00922389 Listed on: 10/20/2016

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 3,555 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • Converted Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Partial Basement
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • 220 Volts In Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Water Softener

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Elmwood Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 052156603000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,528

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.08
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: East of College, West of Claremont
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Other
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Laundry Room, Other
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3555
  • Parcel Number: 052156603000
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 20, 2016
Closed on
Nov 17, 2016
Sold by
Bovie Guy and Bovie Katie M
Bought by
Simonowitz Ethan and London Ellen
Seller's Agent
Julie Ann Nachtwey
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Justin Palmer
Avenue 8 Inc.
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$35,000
2.93%
Total Days on Market
13
Current Estimated Value
$2,062,911

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$832,911
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.02%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$410,529
Interest Rate
3.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,774,580

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2005
Sold by
Bovie Guy and Bovie Katie M
Bought by
Bovie Guy and Bovie Katie M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$485,000
Interest Rate
1%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

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
Simonowitz Ethan $1,230,000 Old Republic Title Company
Bovie Guy -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open London Ellen M $100,000
Open Simonowitz Ethan $500,000
Previous Owner Bovie Guy $485,000
Previous Owner Bovie Guy $325,000
Previous Owner Bovie Guy $270,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,230,000 -- --
11/29/2016 11/29/16 Sold $1,230,000 +2.9% $636 / Sq Ft
11/03/2016 11/03/16 Pending -- -- --
10/20/2016 10/20/16 For Sale $1,195,000 -- $618 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $22,528 $1,455,214 $512,014 $950,200
2023 $22,023 $1,433,544 $501,975 $931,569
2022 $21,813 $1,398,438 $492,133 $913,305
2021 $21,884 $1,370,885 $482,485 $895,400
2020 $20,817 $1,363,762 $477,540 $886,222
2019 $20,101 $1,337,032 $468,180 $868,852
2018 $19,273 $1,271,600 $459,000 $812,600
2017 $18,287 $1,230,000 $450,000 $780,000
2016 $5,213 $182,899 $141,255 $41,644
2015 $5,108 $180,153 $139,134 $41,019
2014 $5,002 $176,624 $136,408 $40,216
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Julie Ann Nachtwey

    Compass

  • Justin Palmer

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Justin Palmer

    Avenue 8 Inc.

    (415) 322-9096

    59 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40761534

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 052-1566-030-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Elmwood

2810 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 2810 Ashby Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 20 October 2016 and is currently estimated at $2,062,911, approximately $1,066 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 2810 Ashby Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including John Muir Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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