Eileen Townsend
Compass
(628) 250-3928
72 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,725,000 Price
536 The Alameda Berkeley, CA 94707
Kensington AreaEstimated Value: $2,626,712
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,749
Sq Ft
$956/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Bay View
- Updated Kitchen
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- Secluded Lot
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of June 2020Thousand Oaks traditional classic lovingly remodeled for open concept multi-generation living. Mt Tam and Bay view form backdrop from almost every window. Level-in from the street, the interior elevator creates ease of one-level living throughout. The living room, dining area and the kitchen open to the stunning slate deck for outdoor dining, entertaining and glorious sunsets. The chef's kitchen delights with sunlit views while cooking. Three bedrooms (including master) and full bath are all on one level. A family room with fireplace, two generous-sized bedrooms, kitchenette and full bath create an in-law or ADU unit with separate entrance, or complements the full use of the entire house accessed by either the stairs or the elevator. Family room opens to additional large deck for entertaining, R&R or play. A cascading lower deck just past the rose garden leads to the winding pathway thru the backyard, evoking a walk in your private park. Close to BART, easy access to UC Berkeley Campus
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 7,800 Sq Ft Lot
- Secluded Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Downtown
- Hills
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Skylights
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Intercom
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gravity Heating System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Thousand Oaks Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6229038
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 20, 2020
Closed on
Jun 2, 2020
Sold by
Crommie Michael F and Michael Crommie Living Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
G. Julia Bivins
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Wolan
District Homes
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$2,230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$235,000
11.78%
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
$396,712
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2016
Sold by
Crommie Michael F
Bought by
Crommie Michael F and The Michael Crommie Living Tru
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 21, 2016
Sold by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and Epstein Julia Lee
Bought by
Crommie Michael F
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,100,000
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 27, 2014
Sold by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and Mary Elizabeth Sandel Trust
Bought by
Sandel Epstein Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 2010
Sold by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and The Mary Elizabeth Trust
Bought by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and Epstein Julia Lee
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$354,000
Interest Rate
4.26%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2008
Sold by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and Epstein Julia L
Bought by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and The Mary Elizabeth Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$389,000
Interest Rate
5.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2003
Sold by
Epstein Julia L and Julia L Epstein Living Trust
Bought by
Sandel Mary Elizabeth and Epstein Julia L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$427,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 13, 2002
Sold by
Sandel M Elizabeth and Epstein Julia L
Bought by
Sandel M Elizabeth and Mary Elizabeth Sandel Living T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 1997
Sold by
Walker Daniel E and Walker Maureen C
Bought by
Sandel M Elizabeth and Epstein Julia L
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Berkeley, CA
-
Eileen Townsend
-
Marc Guay
Marc Guay
(628) 230-5948
38 Total Sales
5 in Kensington
$1.3M - $2.7M Price Range
-
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
(510) 495-1339
83 Total Sales
20 in Kensington
$1M - $2.8M Price Range
-
Susan Koide
Susan Koide
Compass
(650) 866-1190
46 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$1.2M - $1.4M Price Range
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Village Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
71 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,600,000 Price
-
Ann Wilkins
Ann Wilkins
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 616-4757
18 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$1,250,000 Price Range
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,230,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| Crommie Michael F | -- | Accommodation | |
| Crommie Michael F | $1,900,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Sandel Epstein Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Sandel Mary Elizabeth | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Sandel Mary Elizabeth | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Sandel Mary Elizabeth | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Sandel Mary Elizabeth | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Epstein Julia L | -- | -- | |
| Sandel M Elizabeth | -- | -- | |
| Sandel M Elizabeth | $576,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $680,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Crommie Michael F | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Crommie Michael F | $625,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Crommie Michael F | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sandel Mary Elizabeth | $354,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sandel Mary Elizabeth | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sandel Mary Elizabeth | $389,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sandel Mary Elizabeth | $427,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sandel M Elizabeth | $438,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $2,230,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,230,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/05/2020 06/05/20 | Sold | $2,230,000 | +11.8% | $811 / Sq Ft |
| 05/29/2020 05/29/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/20/2020 05/20/20 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | -- | $726 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $38,855 | $2,480,564 | $746,269 | $1,741,295 |
| 2025 | $35,744 | $2,431,794 | $731,638 | $1,707,156 |
| 2024 | $35,744 | $2,383,983 | $717,295 | $1,673,688 |
| 2023 | $34,979 | $2,344,108 | $703,232 | $1,640,876 |
| 2022 | $34,565 | $2,291,148 | $689,444 | $1,608,704 |
| 2021 | $34,779 | $2,247,501 | $675,930 | $1,577,171 |
| 2020 | $30,891 | $2,056,597 | $616,979 | $1,439,618 |
| 2019 | $29,285 | $2,016,280 | $604,884 | $1,411,396 |
| 2018 | $28,785 | $1,976,760 | $593,028 | $1,383,732 |
| 2017 | $27,836 | $1,938,000 | $581,400 | $1,356,600 |
| 2016 | $14,387 | $854,528 | $252,697 | $601,831 |
| 2015 | $14,077 | $841,695 | $248,902 | $592,793 |
| 2014 | $13,870 | $825,212 | $244,028 | $581,184 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
G. Julia Bivins
Seller's Agent in 2020
G. Julia Bivins
Compass
(510) 507-8484
31 Total Sales
-
Jennifer Wolan
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Jennifer Wolan
District Homes
(510) 909-4762
78 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40905365
APN: 062-2903-008-00
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