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Seller's Agent in 2022
Tom Modic
Red Oak Realty
(510) 507-2478
1 in this area
10 Total Sales
470 Vassar Ave Berkeley, CA 94708
Kensington NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,689,096 - $1,960,000
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,108
Sq Ft
$859/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Colonial Architecture
- No HOA
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Dorothy Bolte Park
About This Home
As of April 2022Spacious and elegant 4 bedroom 1937 treasure with style, great vintage hardwood floors, and SF and Golden Gate views. Level-in, with front courtyard, large living room, fireplace, dining room, vintage kitchen, breakfast nook, full bath, guest room, deck, and garage access. Upper level has large main bedroom with large wardrobe, full bath, second bedroom with wonderful closet built-ins, and third bedroom/office with private balcony. Lower level has large office with closet and custom bookcases, a workshop, laundry, and additional storage.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $27,219
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Perimeter Fence
- Terraced Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Tile Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 25, 2022
Closed on
Feb 28, 2022
Sold by
Thelma Bryant Revocable Trust
Bought by
Thelma Bryant Irrevocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Tom Modic
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Martha Hill
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,785,000
Premium/Discount to List
$435,000
32.22%
Total Days on Market
11
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
$25,524
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.25%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 13, 2021
Sold by
Bryant Thelma S
Bought by
Beckett Michael and The Thelma Bryant Revocable Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 6, 2020
Sold by
Bryant Alden and Beckett Michael
Bought by
Beckett Michael
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thelma Bryant Irrevocable Trust | -- | Old Republic Title | |
| Beckett Michael | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Bryant Alden | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bryant Thelma | $65,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bryant Alden | $35,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bryant Alden | $20,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,785,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2022 04/15/22 | Sold | $1,785,000 | +32.2% | $847 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2022 04/05/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/25/2022 03/25/22 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | -- | $640 / 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 | $27,219 | $1,757,000 | $529,200 | $1,234,800 |
| 2023 | $25,556 | $1,642,000 | $492,600 | $1,149,400 |
| 2022 | $7,083 | $116,604 | $65,152 | $58,452 |
| 2021 | $6,898 | $114,181 | $63,875 | $57,306 |
| 2020 | $6,235 | $119,939 | $63,220 | $56,719 |
| 2019 | $5,663 | $117,588 | $61,981 | $55,607 |
| 2018 | $5,483 | $115,283 | $60,766 | $54,517 |
| 2017 | $5,266 | $113,022 | $59,574 | $53,448 |
| 2016 | $4,864 | $110,806 | $58,406 | $52,400 |
| 2015 | $4,757 | $109,142 | $57,529 | $51,613 |
| 2014 | $4,624 | $107,004 | $56,402 | $50,602 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tom Modic
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Martha Hill
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Martha Hill
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
3 in this area
74 Total Sales
Map
Similar Homes in Berkeley, CA
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40986294
APN: 062-2945-012-00
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