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Home sold for $1,450,000 in 35 days
1620 California St Berkeley, CA, 94703
Neighborhood: North BerkeleyOff the market 3 beds 1 baths 1,434 sqft
Classic California craftsman bungalow in beautiful North Berkeley. Original details abound in this meticulously maintained 1916 home. The open floor plan encompasses 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, remodeled kitchen, and a bright spacious living room that flows nicely into the dining area. The historic craftsman details remain with the built-ins, inlaid hardwood floors, cozy fireplace, and wainscoting in the generous sized dining room. Come home to a lovely landscaped front yard that boasts California native plants, and a backyard that is great for gardening, entertaining, and dining. A detached garage provides plenty of storage - or can be used as a zoom room! The open feel of the home is magnificent, and the location could not be more ideal: 3 blocks from North Berkeley Bart, Monterey Market, Shattuck Ave, Totland Playground, retail stores, cafes, and restaurants all in short distance. Additional upgrades include a newer roof, windows, heating, electrical, plumbing and seismic retrofit.
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Property details
1,434 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
1,434 sqft
Land area
3,920 sqft (0.09 acres)
Price per sqft
$1,011/sqft
Address
1620 California St, Berkeley, CA, 94703
City of California
Berkeley
County
Alameda
Previous price
$1,095,000
Sold price
$1,450,000
nr.of parking places
1
Style
Craftsman
Stories
Split Level
Year Built
1916
Solar
None
Neighborhood
North Berkeley
District
Berkeley Map Area 3
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Interior Features
6 rooms, 1 parking places
Beds
3
Baths
1
Floors
Carpet, Hardwood Floors, Tile, Wood
Parking
1
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage
Rooms
6
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Living Room
Laundry Features
In Garage
Heathing & Cooling
None, Forced Air Heating (1 Zone)
Kitchen features
Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Office
Upper Level Features
1 Bedroom
Amenities
Dryer, Washer
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Basement
Crawl Space
Listed by
Anna Bellomo, District Homes
Name
Anna Bellomo
License number
01822897
Brokerage company
District Homes
MLS #
40921026
Buyer agent
Name
Tina Leonardi
Brokerage company
Coldwell Banker Realty
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Mortgage
$4,452
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$290,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$4,452 / month
Exterior Features
Siding - Other construction and more
Roof
Composition Shingles
Construction
Siding - Other
Yard
Front Yard, Side Yard
Building information
Model: California Craftsman
Pool
No
Lot details
TMK #5821547
Lot Description
Corner
Parcel nr.
5821547
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People living in North Berkeley
40%
Families with children
National average: 39%
49%
Non family households
279,175
Population
$131,878
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 37 years
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Commute types
49% commute by car
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Education level
33% have bachelor education
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Number of employees
2% work in management
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Vehicles available
47% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
47% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$1.32m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.22m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
475
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
37% are single detacheds
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Rooms
36% of the houses have 4 or 5 rooms
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Bedrooms
56% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
54% are renters
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Schools
15 schools with rating up to 9
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
|
The Crowden School
1475 Rose Street,
Berkeley, CA 94702
Elementary School |
0.261mi | |
|
The Crowden School
1475 Rose Street,
Berkeley, CA 94702
Middle School |
0.261mi | |
|
Saint Mary's College High School
1294 Albina Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94706
High School |
0.455mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
|
The Crowden School
1475 Rose Street,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.261mi | |
| out of 10 |
Jefferson Elementary School
1400 Ada Street,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.315mi |
|
Shu Ren International School
1333 University Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.501mi | |
| out of 10 |
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
1645 Milvia Street,
Berkeley, CA 94709
|
0.515mi |
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The Berkeley School
1310 University Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.551mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
|
The Crowden School
1475 Rose Street,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.261mi | |
| out of 10 |
Martin Luther King Middle School
1781 Rose Street,
Berkeley, CA 94703
|
0.394mi |
|
Archway School
1940 Virginia Street,
Berkeley, CA 94709
|
0.487mi | |
|
The Berkeley School
1310 University Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94702
|
0.551mi | |
|
School Of The Madeleine
1225 Milvia Street,
Berkeley, CA 94709
|
0.774mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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Saint Mary's College High School
1294 Albina Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94706
|
0.455mi | |
|
Aspire California College Preparatory Academy
2125 Jefferson Avenue,
Berkeley, CA 94703
|
0.515mi | |
| out of 10 |
Berkeley High School
1980 Allston Way,
Berkeley, CA 94704
|
0.718mi |
|
Realm Charter High School
2023 8th Street,
Berkeley, CA 94710
|
0.983mi | |
|
Via Center
2126 6th Street,
Berkeley, CA 94710
|
1.158mi | |
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Price history
Sold Oct 20, 2020
North Berkeley Median sales price 2024
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | $610k | 14.29% |
| 2 beds | $1.11m | 38.1% |
| 3 beds | $1.28m | 19.05% |
| 4 beds | $1.9m | 14.29% |
| 5 beds | $2.5m | 14.29% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 20, 2020 | Sold | $1,450,000 | 1011.16 | Public Record |
| Oct 20, 2020 | Price Increase | $1,450,000 +32.42% | 1011.16 | MLS #40921026 |
| Sep 26, 2020 | Pending | $1,095,000 | 763.6 | MLS #40921026 |
| Sep 16, 2020 | New Listing | $1,095,000 +1.39% | 763.6 | MLS #40921026 |
| Mar 3, 2015 | Sold | $1,080,000 | 753.14 | Public Record |
| Mar 3, 2015 | Price Increase | $1,080,000 +48.15% | 753.14 | MLS #40685347 |
| Feb 10, 2015 | Under contract | $729,000 | 508.37 | MLS #40685347 |
| Jan 28, 2015 | New Listing | $729,000 +39.66% | 508.37 | MLS #40685347 |
| Dec 3, 2003 | Sold | $522,000 | 364.02 | Public Record |
| Dec 3, 2003 | Price Decrease | $522,000 -12.93% | 364.02 | MLS #23031299 |
| Sep 8, 2003 | New Listing | $599,500 | 418.06 | MLS #23031299 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1620 California St
What is 1620 California St?
1620 California St, Berkeley, CA, 94703 is a single family home located in the North Berkeley neighborhood in the city of Berkeley, California with zipcode 94703. This single family home has 3 bedrooms & 1 bathroom with an interior area of 1,434 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1916.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2020.
What is the full address of this Home?
1620 California St, Berkeley, CA, 94703.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Monterey Market, 0.36 miles away and Trader Joe's, 0.51 miles away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The North Berkeley neighborhood has a population of 279,175, and 40% of the families have children. The median age is 37.34 years and 49% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 54% is renter.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-20-2024. 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. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing last updated on: Oct 20, 2020
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The closest grocery stores are Monterey Market, 0.36 miles away and Trader Joe's, 0.51 miles away.
The North Berkeley neighborhood has a population of 279,175, and 40% of the families have children. The median age is 37.34 years and 49% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 54% is renter.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.
