$1,450,000
SOLD DEC 4, 2024
5 Beds
5 Baths
4,558 Sq Ft
4,400 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$318 Per Sq Ft

22% Below List Price

169 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
  • Converted Garage
  • 4-minute walk to Prince Street Mini Park

About This Home

As of December 2024

Nestled in the heart of South Berkeley, this property presents a rare opportunity with two distinct homes on a single lot, making it an ideal investment or living arrangement. 3141 California exudes timeless charm with its Craftsman architecture, showcasing original features such as wood floors, coffered ceilings, fireplace , and built-in cabinets. A serene backyard oasis adds to the allure, while an upstairs bedroom opens onto a private rooftop deck, perfect for enjoying the California sunsets. Adjacent to this charming abode stands 1601 Fairview, a converted storefront turned contemporary loft space. Bathed in natural light, this airy residence offers an open layout that invites creativity and comfort. With ample room to spread out and customize, it beckons to be transformed into a personalized sanctuary. Whether you choose to reside in one and rent out the other, utilize both for multifaceted living arrangements, or simply enjoy the versatility of options, this property offers endless possibilities. Located in the vibrant community of Berkeley, convenience and culture converge, promising a lifestyle that's both dynamic and distinctive.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Zhou

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty License #01896893 Listed on: 08/14/2024

Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Nelson Colindres

Redfin License #02033199

Redfin

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,205

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 4,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Wood Shingle Exterior
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Window Screens
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Finished Basement

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 5 Bathrooms
  • Walk-in Shower

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Converted Garage
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 4,558 Sq Ft Building
  • Bridge Aor Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 52154317

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,205

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1916
  • Property Sub Type: 2HOUSES-1LOT
  • Prop. Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Directions: MLK to Russel to california
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • ResoPropertyType: ResidentialIncome
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
  • Basement: Finished, Storage Space, Other
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
  • Window Features: Screens

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Shingles, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Garden

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached, Converted Garage, Off Street, Uncovered Parking Space
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Central
  • Utilities: Master Electric Meter, Master Gas Meter
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4400
  • Parcel Number: 52154317
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2024
Closed on
Nov 29, 2024
Sold by
Mongroo Justin Bernard and Flora-Mongroo Aimee
Bought by
Tiden Wood Llc
Seller's Agent
Tracy Zhou
Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Nelson Colindres
Redfin
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$400,000
-21.62%
Views
80
Current Estimated Value
$1,515,311

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$65,311
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.44%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 29, 2021
Sold by
Mongroo Justin Bernard and Flora Mongroo Aimee
Bought by
Mongroo Justin Bernard and Flora Mongroo Aimee

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2016
Sold by
Mongroo Peter and Mongroo Justin Bernard
Bought by
Mongroo Peter and Mongroo Justin Bernard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
3.44%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 2, 2015
Sold by
Mcneilus Gwen Marie
Bought by
Mongroo Peter

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2012
Sold by
Paige Joel Barry
Bought by
Mongroo Peter

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2007
Sold by
Paige Passara
Bought by
Paige Joel Barry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$825,000
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 25, 2000
Sold by
Zaitseva Paige Yelena
Bought by
Paige Joel Barry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
8.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 1997
Sold by
Lang Terry and Lang Aaron
Bought by
Paige Joel Barry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,000
Interest Rate
8%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 23, 1996
Sold by
Maude Sims Christine and Maude Christine
Bought by
Lang Terry and Lang Aaron

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 1, 1996
Sold by
Sims Christine
Bought by
Lang Aaron and Lang Terry
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,450,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,450,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $375,000 Fidelity National Ttile Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Grant Deed $205,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Trustee Deed $68,500 --
Grant Deed $27,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $600,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $300,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $825,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $124,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $270,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $220,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $164,000 Commercial
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,450,000 -- --
12/04/2024 12/04/24 Sold $1,450,000 -9.1% $318 / Sq Ft
11/20/2024 11/20/24 Pending -- -- --
08/12/2024 08/12/24 Price Changed $1,595,000 -13.8% $350 / Sq Ft
06/04/2024 06/04/24 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $406 / 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
2025 $30,205 $1,450,000 $435,000 $1,015,000
2024 $30,205 $2,016,280 $318,360 $1,697,920
2023 $29,504 $1,976,760 $312,120 $1,664,640
2022 $29,014 $1,938,000 $306,000 $1,632,000
2021 $10,768 $435,135 $203,063 $232,072
2020 $9,972 $430,676 $200,982 $229,694
2019 $9,465 $422,235 $197,043 $225,192
2018 $9,245 $413,958 $193,180 $220,778
2017 $8,869 $405,843 $189,393 $216,450
2016 $8,874 $397,886 $185,680 $212,206
2015 $8,725 $391,912 $182,892 $209,020
2014 $8,635 $384,236 $179,310 $204,926
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41061984

bridgeMLS

APN: 052-1543-017-00