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Seller's Agent in 2025
Rachel Blanchard
Corcoran Icon Properties
(510) 725-1260
2 in this area
10 Total Sales
653 Colusa Ave Berkeley, CA 94707
Thousand Oaks Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,470
Sq Ft
4,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Thousand Oaks Elementary School Rated A-
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Built-In Double Oven
About This Home
As of May 2025Stylish and newly renovated, 653 Colusa Ave is a Mediterranean gem in the heart of Berkeley’s Thousand Oaks. This sun-filled 4-bed, 3-bath home blends classic charm with modern updates across three spacious levels. The bright, updated kitchen features stone counters and stainless appliances, while hardwood floors and warm light from bay windows create a welcoming vibe throughout. The lower level includes a flexible bonus space with a full bath—it can flow easily into the rest of the home or be closed off for privacy and accessed through its own private entrance. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with city views. Just blocks from Solano Avenue’s vibrant shops and cafes, this thoughtfully updated home brings together timeless style, modern comfort, and unbeatable Berkeley living.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Corcoran Icon Properties License #02198062 Listed on: 05/08/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
- Garden
- Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wood Flooring
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Thousand Oaks Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 62289112
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 8, 2025
Closed on
May 28, 2025
Sold by
Roth Michael Carl Edward
Bought by
John Williams Trust and Brockett
Seller's Agent
Rachel Blanchard
Corcoran Icon Properties
Buyer's Agent
Julie Durkee
Winkler Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$2,310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$560,000
32%
Views
30
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
-$191,773
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.35%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 26, 2024
Closed on
Jul 16, 2024
Sold by
Roth Juliana Tang
Bought by
Roth Michael Carl Edward
Seller's Agent
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Rachel Blanchard
Corcoran Icon Properties
List Price
$1,075,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
11.63%
Views
62
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
116.08%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2014
Sold by
Luersen Paul R and Luersen Mary F
Bought by
Luersen Mary Frances and The Luersen Living Trust
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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 | $2,310,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,200,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Sold | $2,310,000 | +32.0% | $935 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/08/2025 05/08/25 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | +45.8% | $709 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,200,000 | -- | -- | |
| 07/25/2024 07/25/24 | Sold | $1,200,000 | +11.6% | $695 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/10/2024 07/10/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/26/2024 06/26/24 | For Sale | $1,075,000 | -- | $623 / 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 | $21,736 | $1,200,000 | $360,000 | $840,000 |
| 2024 | $21,736 | $1,400,000 | $420,000 | $980,000 |
| 2023 | $8,606 | $332,556 | $256,885 | $75,671 |
| 2022 | $8,308 | $319,037 | $251,849 | $74,188 |
| 2021 | $8,276 | $312,644 | $246,911 | $72,733 |
| 2020 | $7,641 | $316,367 | $244,380 | $71,987 |
| 2019 | $7,129 | $310,165 | $239,589 | $70,576 |
| 2018 | $6,954 | $304,085 | $234,892 | $69,193 |
| 2017 | $6,691 | $298,122 | $230,286 | $67,836 |
| 2016 | $6,327 | $292,277 | $225,771 | $66,506 |
| 2015 | $6,215 | $287,888 | $222,381 | $65,507 |
| 2014 | $6,108 | $282,250 | $218,026 | $64,224 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Rachel Blanchard
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Julie Durkee
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Julie Durkee
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 548-2900
4 in this area
65 Total Sales
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Jodi Nishimura
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
(510) 459-0471
2 in this area
194 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41096659
APN: 062-2891-012-00
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