Seller's Agent in 2022
Michael Baldasarra
Christie's Int'l Re Sf
(925) 890-4648
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
520 61st St Oakland, CA 94609
Bushrod NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $963,145 - $1,157,000
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,734
Sq Ft
$611/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Den
- Oakland Technical High School Rated A
- No HOA
- 4-minute walk to Colby Park
About This Home
As of May 2022Built in 1910, this charming light filled craftsman home + cottage/ADU provides many possibilities for any buyer. The main home has a whimsical entry garden, 2BR , a modern BA, den, office alcove, and sauna. Refreshed with new paint, new light fixtures, refinished hardwood floors on the entry level and new carpet in the bedrooms. In the main home the seller has also installed solar panels and added insulation to enhance energy efficiency. The studio/ADU is located just across the beautifully landscaped rear garden and has been updated with new paint and LVT flooring. The rear garden connects the main home to the studio and features a flagstone patio/seating area, storage shed, and hot tub. This property is in a great location with Bushrod Park and sports fields at the end of the block, the highly rated Peralta Elementary School nearby and is conveniently close to Rockridge and Temescal shopping, restaurants and public transportation. 89 Walk Score and 99 Biker's Paradise!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's Int'l Re Sf License #01813378 Listed on: 04/01/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,095
Year Built
- Built in 1910
Lot Details
- 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Den
- Gas Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- North Oakland Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 15138113
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2022
Closed on
May 9, 2022
Sold by
Colin Epstein
Bought by
Dillard Eric and Berlin-Stephens Beth
Seller's Agent
Michael Baldasarra
Christie's Int'l Re Sf
Buyer's Agent
Jimmy Reina
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$180,000
16.44%
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
-$121,675
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.51%
Original Mortgage
$815,000
Outstanding Balance
$779,847
Interest Rate
5.27%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$280,226
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Geier Bates Mason W and Geier Bates Jamie
Bought by
Epstein Colin
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2007
Sold by
Financial Services Of America Inc
Bought by
Bates Mason W and Geier Jamie K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$511,200
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2006
Sold by
Goheen Matthew and Goheen Michelle
Bought by
Financial Services Of America Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
6.51%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 11, 2005
Sold by
Stevens Sally and Brian Pierce Residual Trust
Bought by
Goheen Matthew and Goheen Michelle
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
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dillard Eric | $1,275,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Epstein Colin | $622,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Bates Mason W | $639,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Financial Services Of America Inc | $469,000 | Alliance Title Company | |
| Goheen Matthew | $375,000 | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dillard Eric | $815,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bates Mason W | $492,800 | |
| Previous Owner | Bates Mason W | $511,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Financial Services Of America Inc | $375,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goheen Matthew | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Stevens Sally | $58,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,275,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/16/2022 05/16/22 | Sold | $1,275,000 | +16.4% | $735 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2022 04/20/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2022 04/01/22 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $631 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,095 | $1,353,030 | $405,909 | $947,121 |
| 2024 | $19,095 | $1,326,510 | $397,953 | $928,557 |
| 2023 | $20,153 | $1,300,500 | $390,150 | $910,350 |
| 2022 | $12,021 | $721,285 | $216,385 | $504,900 |
| 2021 | $11,365 | $700,144 | $212,143 | $495,001 |
| 2020 | $11,239 | $699,896 | $209,969 | $489,927 |
| 2019 | $10,793 | $686,177 | $205,853 | $480,324 |
| 2018 | $10,566 | $672,725 | $201,817 | $470,908 |
| 2017 | $10,150 | $659,535 | $197,860 | $461,675 |
| 2016 | $9,842 | $646,606 | $193,982 | $452,624 |
| 2015 | $9,790 | $636,897 | $191,069 | $445,828 |
| 2014 | $10,117 | $624,421 | $187,326 | $437,095 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Michelle Balog
Christie's Int'l Real Estate
(415) 810-7890
1 in this area
111 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2022
Jimmy Reina
Red Oak Realty
(510) 701-7946
1 in this area
35 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40987213
APN: 015-1381-013-00
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