NOT LISTED FOR SALE

785 Taft Ave Unit 4 Albany, CA 94706

Solano Hill Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $422,985 - $450,000

1 Bed
1 Bath
582 Sq Ft
$434/mo HOA Fee

Last Sold April 08, 2025

Last sale price $440,000 $756 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,413/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Albany Middle School Rated A
  • 0.18 Acre Lot
  • 1-minute walk to Albany Hill Park

About This Home

As of April 2025

Step into this beautifully updated 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom condo in the heart of Albany. Built in 1961 and enhanced by the current owners, this 582 sq. ft. home features modern finishes and timeless charm. Enjoy a bright interior with hardwood floors, dual-pane windows, and a stylish kitchen with recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, and sleek cabinetry. The open layout flows into the living/dining area, leading to a large balcony with stunning views of El Cerrito’s cityscape and hills. Upgrades since 2019 include a mini-split heat pump, blackout curtains, accordion blinds, and enhanced lighting throughout. Additional highlights include laundry in the building, private storage, and designated parking. Shared parking areas are set to receive Level 2 EV chargers within the year. Located steps from Albany Hill Park and close to top dining, entertainment, and nature spots like Tilden Park and The Greek Theatre. Easy access to I-580, I-80, and El Cerrito Plaza BART, and San Francisco less than 30 minutes away!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darrell Hoh

COMPASS License #00981094 Listed on: 01/29/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Holly Bradford

Red Oak Realty License #01930850

Red Oak Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • End Unit
  • Lot Sloped Down

HOA Fees

  • $434 Monthly HOA Fees

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • City Lights
  • Woods
  • Trees
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Home Security

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Carport

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 66275571

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common hot water, management fee, trash, water/sewer, ground maintenance
  • 13 Units
  • Association Phone (510) 967-9558
  • Hillside Subdivision

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$434 per month

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Subdivision Name: HILLSIDE
  • Directions: Hillside to Taft
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Building Name: Albany Hill
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Storage, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City Lights, Hills, Panoramic, Trees/Woods
  • View: Yes
  • Common Walls: End Unit
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Carport
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Heat Pump
  • Cooling: Other
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Community Facility, Coin Operated
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Laundry
  • Association Fee: 434
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NOT LISTED
  • Phone: 510-967-9558
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Hot Water, Management Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer, Maintenance Grounds

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Albany (510) 559-6500

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8000
  • Parcel Number: 66275571
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 13

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2019
Sold by
Albany Hill Development Llc
Bought by
Reedy Raymond and Levenberg Laura
Current Estimated Value
$431,496

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$402,300
Outstanding Balance
$354,622
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$76,874

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2018
Sold by
Searle Searle Mark R Mark R
Bought by
Albany Hills Development Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,900,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Reedy Raymond $447,000 Old Republic Ttl Co Berkeley
Albany Hills Development Llc $4,127,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Reedy Raymond $402,300
Previous Owner Albany Hills Development Llc $2,900,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Sold $440,000 +1.4% $756 / Sq Ft
03/18/2025 03/18/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 Price Changed $434,000 -1.1% $746 / Sq Ft
01/29/2025 01/29/25 For Sale $439,000 -- $754 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $8,809 $481,852 $125,767 $363,085
2024 $8,809 $472,268 $123,301 $355,967
2023 $8,860 $469,872 $120,884 $348,988
2022 $8,710 $453,659 $118,514 $342,145
2021 $8,672 $446,030 $116,191 $335,439
2020 $8,525 $447,000 $115,000 $332,000
2019 $6,106 $278,503 $83,551 $194,952
2018 $3,744 $113,741 $42,098 $71,643
2017 $3,645 $111,512 $41,273 $70,239
2016 $3,504 $109,326 $40,464 $68,862
2015 $3,369 $107,683 $39,856 $67,827
2014 $3,248 $105,574 $39,075 $66,499
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Darrell Hoh

    COMPASS

    (510) 295-3541

    1 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Darrell Hoh
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  • Holly Bradford

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Holly Bradford

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 359-0840

    1 in this area

    32 Total Sales

    Holly Bradford
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41083979

bridgeMLS

APN: 066-2755-071-00

California Alameda County Albany 94706 Solano Hill

785 Taft Ave Unit 4, Albany, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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