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1521 Mcgee Ave, Berkeley, CA, 94703

$1,325,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
3 Full Baths
1,506 SqFt
$880/SqFt
House
Schools Nearby

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1521 Mcgee Ave, Berkeley$1,325,000

Buyer Closing Credits

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingOff Street
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air
CoolingNone
FireplaceLiving Room
MLS #41057331
Lot Size0.13 Acres
StatusActive

About 1521 Mcgee Ave

This is it! Nestled in the heart of North Berkeley, 1521 McGee provides the perfect blend of sophistication and functionality. The house features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, while the versatile detached garden studio is perfect for multi-generational living, a home office, or guest quarters. Venture outside to a park-like backyard oasis with mature landscaping that wraps around the home, you’ll enjoy privacy and seclusion with ample space to entertain on the patio, soak in the hot tub, or just savor the tranquil environment surrounded by beautiful Japanese maple trees and lush greenery. The sunlit interior features soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, skylights throughout, and an open floor plan – creating an easy flow between the updated chef’s kitchen and the living space. There are two bedrooms and a bathroom downstairs and a spacious primary suite upstairs. Conveniently located near Gourmet Ghetto shops and restaurants, Monterey Market, multiple parks, farmers’ market, and North Berkeley BART, this home offers the best of Berkeley living. With a spacious 2-car driveway and abundant storage, you’ll have both comfort and convenience in this A+ location!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Living Area: 1,506 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Red Oak Realty
  • Office Phone: (510) 292-2000
  • Listing Agent: Roxanna Ahlbach

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace: Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Off Street

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Garden
  • Lot Size: 0.13 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: GPS Cross Street: Jaynes St.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,325,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $880/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $20,106
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Med. Sold Price

$1.3M

Med. Price/SqFt

$886

Avg. Days On Market

14

# of Sold Homes

61

1521 Mcgee Ave vs Berkeley

9 DAYS ON ROCKET

-5 Days

$1,325,000

-$62.6K Less

$880/SqFt

-$7 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $62.6K less than the Median Sold Price and $7/SqFt less than other homes in Berkeley, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • MLS Number: #41057331

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Red Oak Realty
  • Office Phone: (510) 292-2000
  • Listing Agent: Roxanna Ahlbach

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Oct 31, 2016Home Sold
$1,380,000
Apr 21, 2006Home Sold
$875,000
Apr 21, 2006Home Sold
$875,000
Jun 27, 2003Home Sold
$701,000
Feb 24, 1998Home Sold
$289,000
Jan 25, 1989Home Sold
$225,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$20,106$1,479,621
2020$20,105$1,464,455
2019$19,225$1,435,751
2018$18,583$1,407,600
2017$18,583$1,380,000

History based on county public records data.

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Total Monthly Payment

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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8
/10
  • Jefferson Elementary School

  • 1400 Ada St

  • 0.36 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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8
/10
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier

  • 1645 Milvia St

  • 0.44 miles

  • Public Magnet Grades KG-5

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7
/10
  • Oxford Elementary School

  • 1130 Oxford St

  • 0.85 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $112,500. The majority of Berkeley, CA residents have income $200k+ annually. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 1521 Mcgee Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 1521 Mcgee Ave property is $1,325,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 1521 Mcgee Ave is a house located in Berkeley, California, 94703.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 1521 Mcgee Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $20,106 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on October 31, 2016 for $1,380,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 1521 Mcgee Ave has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 1521 Mcgee Ave is 1,506 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 1521 Mcgee Ave is 1920.

Rocket HomesCaliforniaAlameda CountyBerkeley947031521 Mcgee Ave

This home is located at 1521 Mcgee Ave in Berkeley, CA and zip code 94703 in the North Berkeley neighborhood. This 1,506 square foot home, which was built in 1920, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 25, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,325,000.

While more than 49 listings in Berkeley, CA in April 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 4 listings sold at asking price, and more than 6 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Berkeley, CA increased by 26.5% between March 2024 and April 2024. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $1,387,625, while the average time on the real estate market was 14 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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