2132 Essex Street

Berkeley, CA 94705

$2,260,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,048 Sq. Ft.
$1,104 / Sq. Ft.
2,048
Sq. Ft.
$1,104
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Vibrant South Berkeley Victorian. Originally built circa 1898, this charming home was literally lifted into the air in 2014, and a whole new downstairs & new foundation were added. Now with 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths, it blends the character & whimsy of the original, with the advantage of modern upgrades. Radiant heat, a tankless water heater, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, updated bathrooms, & other improvements were made to create this 21st century home.  Much of the style of the original remains,...Vibrant South Berkeley Victorian. Originally built circa 1898, this charming home was literally lifted into the air in 2014, and a whole new downstairs & new foundation were added. Now with 3 bedrooms & 2.5 baths, it blends the character & whimsy of the original, with the advantage of modern upgrades. Radiant heat, a tankless water heater, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, updated bathrooms, & other improvements were made to create this 21st century home.  Much of the style of the original remains, including fish scale siding, an oeil-de-boeuf window in the attic & tall ceilings. Traditional floor plan with formal entryway, living room with bay windows, formal dining room, & hardwood floors throughout. The bright and spacious kitchen with quartz counters and stainless steel appliances adjoins the family room, and opens out through French doors to the big sunny deck and beautiful garden. Plus, huge attic/storage area. 2 blocks to Ashby BART, 3 blocks to Berkeley Bowl, WalkScore 92!

Property Details for 2132 Essex Street

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY BOWL
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Victorian
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Parking Spaces
Total # Parking Spaces
0

Location

Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Donald Adamson, DRE #01886430

Sold By RED OAK REALTY, Elic Suazo, DRE #01751791

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/19/2021 10:46 AM

Property Details for 2132 Essex Street

StatusSold
MLS #40953660
Days on Compass12
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1898
Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,800 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Donald Adamson, DRE #01886430

Sold By RED OAK REALTY, Elic Suazo, DRE #01751791

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Building Information for 2132 Essex Street

Stories2Year Built1898Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 3,800 SF

Payment Calculator

$14,981 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,334

Property Taxes

$2,647

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2132 Essex Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Closet, Upper Floor, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Island, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Attic, Office
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Window Coverings, Tankless Water Heater, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Level - Upper: 2 Baths, 3 Bedrooms, Laundry Facility
  • Lot Description: Level, Regular, Backyard, Front Yard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3800
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3800.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2048
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Street Level: 0.5 Bath, Main Entry, No Steps to Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Tool Shed
  • Year Built: 1898
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Shattuck to Essex
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 52-1585-25
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 2132 Essex Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 2132 Essex Street

Taxable ValueLand$691,560Additions$1,613,640Total$2,305,200
Tax Record2023$31,766 ($2,647 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,048 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1898Year Renovated1965CountyALAMEDAAPN52-1585-25

Schools near 2132 Essex 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 - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Willard Middle School
Public6 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, Donald Adamson, DRE #01886430

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