Seller's Agent in 2020
Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(925) 255-9727
169 Total Sales
2832 Milvia St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,102,000 - $1,216,708
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,075
Sq Ft
$1,072/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Stone Countertops
- No HOA
- Bungalow
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- 4-minute walk to Grove Park
About This Home
As of April 2020Sun-filled Arts & Crafts bungalow centrally located in South Berkeley! Many original period details including tile-faced fireplace & original built-in book cases. Oak hardwood floors lead you through the living room to spacious dining room. Down the hall, you'll find two bedrooms on opposite sides of the classic full bath, which includes penny floor tiles, glass & chrome shelving, & shower over tub. In the rear bedroom, an efficiently designed three-quarter bath has been added by the current owners, blending function w/form. The adjacent chef's kitchen is appointed w/ stainless steel appliances, soapstone counters & brand new hardwood floors. Bathed in light from the Western facing French doors, a cozy banquette opens to an ample-sized deck over looking the master-gardener designed landscape below. Filled with multiple citrus trees, roses, blueberries & flowers, this garden is designed for maximum bloom.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Brightwork Realty Advocates License #01409268 Listed on: 03/06/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $15,713
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 2,528 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 053 167900300
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 6, 2020
Closed on
Apr 7, 2020
Sold by
Gibbs Daniel Tracy and Millard Gregory Allen
Bought by
Barber Gail Frances
Seller's Agent
Ben Olsen
Brightwork Realty Advocates
Buyer's Agent
Grace Bishop
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,033,500
Premium/Discount to List
$134,500
14.96%
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
$119,177
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.19%
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
3.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 20, 2017
Sold by
Gibbs Daniel
Bought by
Milla Daniel Tracy Gibbs and Milla Gregory Allen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$226,000
Interest Rate
3.91%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 18, 2012
Sold by
Gibbs Daniel
Bought by
Gibbs Daniel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$277,300
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 1997
Sold by
Oldenburg Christopher
Bought by
Gibbs Daniel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,300
Interest Rate
7.66%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barber Gail Frances | $1,033,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Milla Daniel Tracy Gibbs | -- | None Available | |
| Gibbs Daniel | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Gibbs Daniel | $214,000 | Stewart Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Barber Gail Frances | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Gibbs Daniel | $277,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Gibbs Daniel | $203,300 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,033,500 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,033,500 | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2020 04/14/20 | Sold | $1,033,500 | +15.0% | $961 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2020 03/20/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/06/2020 03/06/20 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $836 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 | $15,713 | $1,130,265 | $339,079 | $791,186 |
| 2024 | $15,713 | $1,108,107 | $332,432 | $775,675 |
| 2023 | $15,405 | $1,086,383 | $325,915 | $760,468 |
| 2022 | $15,170 | $1,065,083 | $319,525 | $745,558 |
| 2021 | $15,233 | $1,044,206 | $313,262 | $730,944 |
| 2020 | $5,726 | $318,680 | $95,604 | $223,076 |
| 2019 | $5,435 | $312,433 | $93,730 | $218,703 |
| 2018 | $5,326 | $306,308 | $91,892 | $214,416 |
| 2017 | $5,122 | $300,303 | $90,091 | $210,212 |
| 2016 | $4,908 | $294,416 | $88,325 | $206,091 |
| 2015 | $4,835 | $289,994 | $86,998 | $202,996 |
| 2014 | $4,784 | $284,315 | $85,294 | $199,021 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ben Olsen
-
Ben Rojas
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Ben Rojas
Brightwork Realty Advocates
(415) 715-8915
50 Total Sales
-
Grace Bishop
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Grace Bishop
Red Oak Realty
(510) 872-4512
3 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40898199
APN: 053-1679-003-00
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