479 Kentucky Ave Berkeley, CA 94707
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,784
Sq Ft
5,253
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- In Ground Pool
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Garage
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- No HOA
- 2-minute walk to Dorothy Bolte Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Bring this North Berkeley Hills fairytale back to life in this contractor’s special! With a lovely layout accentuating Golden Gate views and some old world charm worthy of preserving, this 3+BD/2BA storybook home is ready for TLC and a modern vision. Step through the stone-arched front door into the 1784 SQFT home with original redwood intact. The living room features stunning views from the Golden Gate Bridge to Mt Tam. Both the fireplace mantle and crown molding retain the home’s vintage woodwork. A sunny dining room with mullioned windows and a built-in bench, shelving, and storage adjoins the kitchen with a bonus room, offering the opportunity to develop a dream custom kitchen with easy indoor/outdoor living to the backyard. Mature trees and terracing anchor the backyard vision where the large lot can be an oasis for entertaining, play or possible future development. Upstairs, the primary bedroom has an ensuite bath and a romantic dormer window with a view. Two other bright bedrooms share a full bath.The huge refurbished attic offers further potential development potential as another bedroom, office, or den, while the large basement and one car garage offer storage, parking and additional possibilities. Ideally located near Tilden Park, Kensington village, and top schools.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01313613 Listed on: 04/18/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,616
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 5,253 Sq Ft Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Pool
- In Ground Pool
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 62294526
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2024
Closed on
May 18, 2024
Sold by
Cynthia Marie Foster Trust and Foster Cynthia Marie
Bought by
Naim Properties Llc
Seller's Agent
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Asila Sayedi
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$970,000
Premium/Discount to List
$71,000
7.9%
Views
143
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.08%
Original Mortgage
$1,122,000
Interest Rate
7.1%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2022
Sold by
Foster Cynthia M
Bought by
Cynthia Marie Foster Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 1998
Sold by
Foster Doris J 1991 Trust and Mark
Bought by
Foster Cynthia M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.79%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 1996
Sold by
Foster Doris J
Bought by
Foster Mark and Foster Herbert B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $970,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $150,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $1,122,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $390,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $140,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $30,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | +33.5% | $726 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $970,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/31/2024 05/31/24 | Sold | $970,000 | +7.9% | $544 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2024 05/08/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2024 04/18/24 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $504 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,616 | $506,441 | $151,844 | $354,597 |
| 2023 | $11,215 | $496,512 | $148,867 | $347,645 |
| 2022 | $11,050 | $486,779 | $145,949 | $340,830 |
| 2021 | $11,004 | $477,236 | $143,088 | $334,148 |
| 2020 | $10,456 | $472,342 | $141,620 | $330,722 |
| 2019 | $9,968 | $463,082 | $138,844 | $324,238 |
| 2018 | $9,843 | $454,004 | $136,122 | $317,882 |
| 2017 | $9,498 | $445,104 | $133,454 | $311,650 |
| 2016 | $9,211 | $436,377 | $130,837 | $305,540 |
| 2015 | $9,132 | $429,823 | $128,872 | $300,951 |
| 2014 | $8,949 | $421,404 | $126,348 | $295,056 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
N
Seller's Agent in 2025
Nathan Jines
KW Advisors East Bay
-
David Gunderman
D
Seller's Agent in 2024
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
6 in this area
554 Total Sales
-
Asila Sayedi
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Asila Sayedi
Kw Advisors East Bay
(703) 398-9355
2 in this area
150 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41056546
APN: 062-2945-026-00
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