479 Vassar Avenue

Sold 5/27/22
Sold 5/27/22
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,000,000
3 beds1,428 sqft$1,401/sqft
479 Vassar Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,063 sq ftLot Size
1945Year Built
$1,401/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This impressive c.1940's view home has been updated, reimagined and improved. Not only are the kitchen and baths beautiful, the systems have been updated: EV plug, new heat pump with air, retrofit, electrical and roof...Situated on a private, verdant parcel, the owners have created a lush oasis for butterflies, bees and birds with thoughtful native planting. West facing views of San Francisco, Mount Tamalpais, Golden Gate Bridge and beyond. Three generously sized bedrooms, and two stylishly remodeled...This impressive c.1940's view home has been updated, reimagined and improved. Not only are the kitchen and baths beautiful, the systems have been updated: EV plug, new heat pump with air, retrofit, electrical and roof...Situated on a private, verdant parcel, the owners have created a lush oasis for butterflies, bees and birds with thoughtful native planting. West facing views of San Francisco, Mount Tamalpais, Golden Gate Bridge and beyond. Three generously sized bedrooms, and two stylishly remodeled bathrooms, the colors are serene and beachy. All living is on one level with just a few steps up to the main entry and interior access from the two car garage. Garage has excellent built in storage. Located in an idyllic North Berkeley neighborhood, which looks out to lovely views. With in close proximity is Dorothy Bolt Park, Tilden Regional Park, hiking and biking trails are moments away. A block to public bus stop the TransBay and BART direct line or to UC Campus. Move in ready

Listing Agent

  1. Ruth Frassetto

    Ruth Frassetto

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #00779030

    P: (510) 697-8606

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Listing closed: 05/27/2022 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40989219

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,675,000

Avg days on market

11

Sale-to-list ratio

139.7%

Berkeley, CA

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Sold By Compass, Helene Barkin, DRE #01032351

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Property Information for 479 Vassar Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Alameda County
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
  • City: BERKELEY
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage/Parking: Attached Garage, Garage Parking, Int Access From Garage, Off Street Parking, EV Charger, Garage Facing Front
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, City, Mt Tamalpais
  • Total # Parking Spaces: 2
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Lot Size: 0.12 AC / 5,063 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room, Basement - Unfinished, None
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Basement Unfinished, No Additional Rooms
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower, Updated Baths
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 1 Zone A/C, Heat Pump
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Heat Pump, Heat Pump-Air
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Attic Fan, EnergyAudit Req City-Cnty, Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star Lighting, Heat Pump - Air, Other, Thermostat Controller
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, See Remarks, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities, Individual Gas Meter
  • Builder/Architect: Unk but Lovely
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Complex Name: LIVE OAKS
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5063
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5063.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1428
  • Stories: 1.0
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Patio, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Garden, Landscape Back, Low Maintenance, Perimeter Fencing, Private
  • Year Built: 1945
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Spruce to Vassar
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 62-2946-10
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
  • Basement: Partial
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 479 Vassar Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2022

Sold

RESFAR #40989219

$2,000,000—
May 27, 2022

Sold

MLSListings #EB40989219

$2,000,000—
May 27, 2022

Sold

EBRD #40989219

$2,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2022

Sold

RESFAR #40989219

$2,000,000
05/27/2022

Sold

MLSListings #EB40989219

$2,000,000
05/27/2022

Sold

EBRD #40989219

$2,000,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 479 Vassar Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$214,119Additions$499,328Total$713,447
Tax Record2025$12,584 ($1,049 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,390 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,390 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,063 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1945Year Renovated1945CountyALAMEDAAPN62-2946-10

Schools near 479 Vassar Avenue

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ruth Acty Elementary
Public - K to 5
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public - K to 5
Thousand Oaks Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Rosa Parks Environmental Science Magnet School
PublicK to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 479 Vassar Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,000,000
3
1,428
5,063
475 Vassar Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
–
4
1
2,423
5,220
484 Spruce Street, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,250,000
4
–
2,054
464 Spruce Street, Berkeley, CA 94708
$3,700,000
5
3,675
5,456
480 Vassar Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,300,000
4
2,539
5,000
471 Vassar Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
–
5
3.5
3,520
5,668

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