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Seller's Agent in 2022
Farideh Sedighi
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
557 San Luis Rd Berkeley, CA 94707
Estimated Value: $1,496,000 - $2,007,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,763
Sq Ft
$1,045/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Tudor Architecture
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- No HOA
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of April 2022Charming, sun-filled, and lovingly cared for 3 bedroom 2 bath Tudor in desirable North Berkeley Hills, on the market for the first time in 36 years! Impressive, large living room with vaulted ceilings, statement fireplace, and beautiful original windows with Golden Gate Bridge and partial City views. French doors from the formal dining room open to terraced gardens and backyard patios perfect for alfresco entertaining. Adorable breakfast nook connects to a spacious, bright kitchen wrapped in cabinets, sizable pantry and backyard access. Internal access from the main floor down to the large basement area with laundry, workbench, plenty of additional space and storage and potential for future improvements. The large one car garage connects directly into the house through the basement. Just steps away from Indian Rock, shops and restaurants on Solano Ave, Kensington-Arlington cafes, grocery, and hardware store! Minutes drive to Downtown and UC Berkeley, Colusa Circle and N.Berkeley Bart
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Farideh Sedighi
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #00963979 Listed on: 03/08/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 5,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Rectangular Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
- Satellite Dish
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 62293622
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 8, 2022
Closed on
Apr 7, 2022
Sold by
Ruth B Payne Living Trust
Bought by
Blom Matthew and Braasch Andrea Mei
Seller's Agent
Farideh Sedighi
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Rosie Nysaether
Compass
List Price
$1,290,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$810,000
62.79%
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
-$258,218
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.41%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Outstanding Balance
$834,716
Interest Rate
3.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,007,066
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2021
Sold by
Payne Ruth B
Bought by
Payne Ruth B and Ruth B Payne Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blom Matthew | $2,100,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Payne Ruth B | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Blom Matthew | $900,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,100,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2022 04/18/22 | Sold | $2,100,000 | +62.8% | $1,191 / Sq Ft |
| 03/22/2022 03/22/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2022 03/08/22 | For Sale | $1,290,000 | -- | $732 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $29,593 | $2,221,520 | $668,556 | $1,559,964 |
| 2024 | $29,593 | $2,068,000 | $622,500 | $1,452,500 |
| 2023 | $27,723 | $1,932,000 | $579,600 | $1,352,400 |
| 2022 | $9,791 | $1,643,000 | $495,000 | $1,155,000 |
| 2021 | $9,649 | $434,713 | $189,202 | $252,511 |
| 2020 | $9,017 | $437,185 | $187,263 | $249,922 |
| 2019 | $8,528 | $428,613 | $183,591 | $245,022 |
| 2018 | $8,337 | $420,211 | $179,992 | $240,219 |
| 2017 | $8,030 | $411,972 | $176,463 | $235,509 |
| 2016 | $7,667 | $403,896 | $173,004 | $230,892 |
| 2015 | $7,540 | $397,829 | $170,405 | $227,424 |
| 2014 | $7,387 | $390,036 | $167,067 | $222,969 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Mohammad Aghababa
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Mohammad Aghababa
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
(510) 910-5138
2 in this area
48 Total Sales
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Rosie Nysaether
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Rosie Nysaether
Compass
(510) 599-4453
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40983301
APN: 062-2936-022-00
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