1729 Virginia St

2,768 Sq. Ft.
$1,059 / Sq. Ft.
2,768
Sq. Ft.
$1,059
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Known by locals as the 'Real Easy Home' as honored in the corner garden bench, this home is steeped in local history. Originally crafted for an Armenian carpet dealer in 1903, this residence has since been a cherished haven for artistic souls and community spirits alike. Rebuilt, reimagined and basking in natural light, this home is modern and flexible, and can be used as a 4- or 5-bedroom home that includes a lower-level junior ADU or plus space that be accessed separately. In addition, it has a...Known by locals as the 'Real Easy Home' as honored in the corner garden bench, this home is steeped in local history. Originally crafted for an Armenian carpet dealer in 1903, this residence has since been a cherished haven for artistic souls and community spirits alike. Rebuilt, reimagined and basking in natural light, this home is modern and flexible, and can be used as a 4- or 5-bedroom home that includes a lower-level junior ADU or plus space that be accessed separately. In addition, it has a detached 1-bed, 1-bath ADU. Multigenerational living, cohabitation or supplement your income! All finishes are modern and efficient, such as new foundation and systems, Heat Pump for heating and cooling, plus radiant heat in the lower level and ADU. Heath tile and custom-designed finishes in both kitchens and bathrooms have been artistically designed. Enjoy natural kitchen light from the elliptical skylight as you host guests in the concept space. Partially finished attic for storage (or perhaps expansion?). Conveniently located to everything Berkeley has to offer. Produce at Monterey Market? Chez Panisse or Cheeseboard for dinner tonight? Easy access to SF by BART or A/C transit too. Quality home, A+ location. Come see all of its unique and exquisitely designed features!
  1. Listed by Gretchen Roethle • DRE #01945375 • Compass

Property Details for 1729 Virginia Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
N BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Victorian, Modern/High Tech
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Carport - 1, Off Street Parking
Total # Parking Spaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 04/23/2024 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1729 Virginia Street

StatusSold
MLS #41052613
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,300 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gretchen Roethle, DRE #01945375

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Sheril Madden, DRE #01228854

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Building Information for 1729 Virginia Street

Stories2Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,300 SF

Payment Calculator

$17,929 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,285

Property Taxes

$3,644

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1729 Virginia Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Concrete Slab, Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Closet, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Island, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: Yes
  • ADU Kitchen: Yes
  • ADU Occupied: No
  • ADU Bedrooms: 1
  • ADU Baths Full: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 1 Zone A/C
  • Heating: Radiant, Heat Pump-Air
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Ceiling Insulation, Energy Star Appliances, Heat Pump - Air, Skylight(s), Thermostat Controller, Appliances, Doors, Water Heater, Windows
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Electric, Water Heater Gas, Tankless Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities, Master Electric Meter, Master Gas Meter
  • Builder/Architect: Ian McLeod
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths
  • Lot Description: Corner, Regular, Front Yard, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Partial Fence
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3300
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3300.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Metal
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2768
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1903
  • Acres: 0.08
  • ADU SqFt Source: Measured
  • ADU Sq Ft: 307.0
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: MLK>Virginia/Edith>Virginia
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 58-2162-14
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • ADU Meter: Main
  • ADU Description: Modern
  • ADU Building Type: Detached
  • ADU Main Entry Floor: Street
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 1729 Virginia Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41052613

$2,931,000
Apr 22, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41052613

$2,931,000
Apr 9, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1532242822

$2,931,000

+17.1% / yr

Mar 26, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41052613

Mar 26, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41052613

Mar 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41052613

$1,890,000
Mar 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41052613

$1,890,000
Aug 4, 2023

Sold

EBRD #41031094

$2,600,000
Aug 4, 2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41031094

$2,600,000
Jul 7, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517104790

$2,600,000

+15.4% / yr

Jul 5, 2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41031094

Jul 5, 2023

Pending

EBRD #41031094

Jun 22, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41031094

$1,750,000
Jun 22, 2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41031094

$1,750,000
Dec 7, 2016

Sold

EBRD #40763677

$1,010,000
Dec 1, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #585545272

$1,010,000
Nov 23, 2016

Pending

EBRD #40763677

Nov 11, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40763677

$925,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2024

Sold

EBRD #41052613

$2,931,000
04/22/2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41052613

$2,931,000
04/09/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1532242822

$2,931,000

+17.1% / yr

03/26/2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41052613

03/26/2024

Pending

EBRD #41052613

03/13/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41052613

$1,890,000
03/13/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41052613

$1,890,000
08/04/2023

Sold

EBRD #41031094

$2,600,000
08/04/2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41031094

$2,600,000
07/07/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1517104790

$2,600,000

+15.4% / yr

07/05/2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41031094

07/05/2023

Pending

EBRD #41031094

06/22/2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41031094

$1,750,000
06/22/2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41031094

$1,750,000
12/07/2016

Sold

EBRD #40763677

$1,010,000
12/01/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #585545272

$1,010,000
11/23/2016

Pending

EBRD #40763677

11/11/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40763677

$925,000

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

Public Records for 1729 Virginia Street

Taxable ValueLand$896,886Additions$2,092,734Total$2,989,620
Tax Record2025$43,730 ($3,644 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,759 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,759 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,300 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903Year Renovated1907CountyALAMEDAAPN58-2162-14

Schools near 1729 Virginia Street

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Gretchen Roethle, DRE #01945375

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