New to market, 1538 Berkeley Way, a unique housing development built in 1923, consisting of four separate 1-story buildings containing a total of thirteen (13) similarly-sized 1bd/1ba units of approx 730 Sq Ft. The property's original purpose was to provide a monthly rental option for visitors to Berkeley in the 1920s. Its original character and quality have been carefully preserved by current ownership. The four structures allow residents to enjoy open space in a community-like setting. This is a tremendous opportunity with long term rental upside.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1923
Listing Office:
Office Name: NAI Northern California
Office Phone: (510) 336-4712
Listing Agent: Grant Chappell
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.43 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Wall Furnace
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Sacramento to Berkeley Way Cross Street: California.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $3,750,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $28,184
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $2.3M more than the Median Sold Price in Berkeley, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #41051593
Listing Office:
Office Name: NAI Northern California
Office Phone: (510) 336-4712
Listing Agent: Grant Chappell
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 06, 2005
May 06, 2005Home Sold
$72,000
Oct 27, 1997
Oct 27, 1997Home Sold
$500,000
Dec 04, 1995
Dec 04, 1995Home Sold
$350,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$28,184
$1,141,124
2020
$28,184
$1,129,427
2019
$25,519
$1,107,287
2018
$24,313
$1,085,582
2017
$24,313
$1,064,301
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
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Nearby Schools
6
/10
Washington Elementary School
2300 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.50 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Jefferson Elementary School
1400 Ada St
Distance between this listing and this school0.60 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Berkeley Arts Magnet At Whittier
1645 Milvia St
Distance between this listing and this school0.64 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Martin Luther King Middle School
1781 Rose St
Distance between this listing and this school0.79 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle School
1500 Derby St
Distance between this listing and this school0.89 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
9
/10
Willard Middle School
2425 Stuart St
Distance between this listing and this school1.43 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Berkeley High School
1980 Allston Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.56 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Realm Charter High School
2023 8th St
Distance between this listing and this school0.85 miles
Public Charter Grades 9-12
9
/10
Albany High School
603 Key Route Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school1.84 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $43,077. Most Berkeley, CA residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1542 Berkeley Way
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1542 Berkeley Way property is $3,750,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1542 Berkeley Way is a house located in Berkeley, California, 94703.
Is this property for sale now?
Sale Pending: 1542 Berkeley Way is Sale Pending (Pending), which means that the seller has accepted an offer but the sale is not finalized.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $28,184 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on May 6, 2005 for $72,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1542 Berkeley Way is 1923.
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This home is located at 1542 Berkeley Way in Berkeley, CA and zip code 94703 in the North Berkeley neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1923, sits on a 0.43 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,750,000.
Berkeley, CA housing market in March 2024 saw over 34 listings sold above listed price, more than 4 sold at listed price and over 7 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Berkeley, CA between February 2024 and March 2024 increased by 32.7%. While the average time on the market in March 2024 was 18 days, the median list price was $1,388,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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