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Sold on 03/25/2021
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1521 Julia St, Berkeley, CA 94703

  • $1,303,000

    Last sold 03/25/2021 for $1.28M

  • 2

    bed

  • 1

    bath

  • 1,114

    Sqft ($1,149/Sqft)

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About 1521 Julia St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1921
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 3,597 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
100 year old classic Berkeley craftsman offers every delight of the California lifestyle. Open, bright living spaces flow w/ period era details, kitchen is tastefully updated and leads straight out to the lovely backyard. Stylish finishes in the hallway bathroom, two generous bedrooms, plus a bonus room overlooking the gardens is ideal for home office space and zoom calls. Backyard is sun filled and perfect for the urban gardener, with planter beds sprouting veggies and fruits include a prolific Meyer lemon tree, Thompson table grapes from the vine, and sweet raspberries. Covered patio offers dining al fresco or spending time with your social bubble, enjoying the outdoor tranquility amidst a vibrant urban setting. Upgrades: sewer lateral, furnace, tankless water heater, windows, appliances & more. Large, deep detached garage has untapped potential for the extra space you most need. Walkscore 89, BART and Transbay nearby. Diverse epicurean delights within blocks as well. Welcome home!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Grace Bishop
Listing Office - Red Oak Realty
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#40939129 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 5 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating Forced Air
Levels/Style One Story, 1, Craftsman
Type Residential
Status Sold
SubType Detached
Living Area 1114
Lot Size (SqFt) 3597
Lot Size (Acres) 0.08
Year Built 1921
Property Condition Existing
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 1
# Full Baths 1
# Bedrooms 2
Total # of Rooms 5
Laundry Dryer, Washer
Kitchen Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Flooring Hardwood
Appliances Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Fireplace Living Room
Exterior
Roof Composition Shingles
Construction Stucco
# Garage Spaces 1
Parking Detached, Off Street
Lot Description Level, Regular
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity No Solar
Water Source Public
Pool None
Location
County Alameda
Subdivision Lorin
Directions Use GPS
APN 53161011
$1.3M
Range: $1.14M-$1.45M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $2,414/month
Gross rent multiplier: 30.9
  • Mar 2021
    mls logo MLS # 40939129
  • Mar 25, 2021 Sold
    $1,280,000 (+43.0%)
  • Mar 10, 2021 Pending
    —
  • Feb 25, 2021 Listed
    $895,000 (+37.7%)
  • May 2013
    mls logo MLS # 40610116
  • May 17, 2013 Sold
    $650,000 (+38.6%)
  • Apr 10, 2013 Listed
    $469,000 (+87.6%)
  • Apr 2010
    mls logo MLS # 40446441
  • Apr 23, 2010 Sold-Reo
    $250,000 (+2.0%)
  • Jan 19, 2010 Listed
    $245,000
  • Jan 2010
    mls logo MLS # 40445807
  • Jan 19, 2010 Cancelled
    —
  • Jan 14, 2010 Listed
    $245,000
  • Nov 2009
    mls logo MLS # 40398287
  • Nov 7, 2009 Expired
    —
  • Mar 4, 2009 Listed
    $245,000 (-38.6%)
  • Jun 2008
    mls logo MLS # 40338427
  • Jun 2, 2008 Cancelled
    —
  • Apr 23, 2008 Listed
    $399,000 (+247.0%)
  • Nov 1996
    mls logo MLS # 26637899
  • Nov 27, 1996 Sold
    $115,000
  • Jul 3, 1996 Listed
    $115,000
  • 1521 Julia St
    $1.28M
  • South Berkeley
    $961K +7% y/y
  • 94703
    $1.09M +23% y/y
  • Berkeley
    $1.09M -8% y/y
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Malcolm X Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
7/10
Washington Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
6/10
Oxford Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Willard Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Berkeley High School
public Grades 9-12
Berkeley Unified School District
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