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Sold on 05/20/2021
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2133 5 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705

$857,000

Last sold 05/20/2021 for $985K

  • 2

    bed

  • 1

    bath

  • 1,018

    Sqft ($968/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 2133 5 Derby St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1941
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 5,320 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Rental estimate
Property description
Charming light filled cottage in one of Berkeley’s most centrally located neighborhoods. Just blocks to UC Berkeley, Berkeley Bowl, Whole Foods, Willard Park, BART and the Elmwood shops! This unique freestanding home boasts 1018 sq ft, 2 bedrooms and 1 bath which is tucked away behind a private gate surrounded by a beautiful garden that offers tranquility amidst a vibrant urban setting. Additional features include hardwood floors, lite & bright bedrooms, updated eat in kitchen, separate family room with high ceilings and a skylight. The bedrooms have walk-in closets that create ample storage along with the attic, updated fixtures and finishes, and a stackable washer/dryer. The private deck feels like an extension of the living space and is a favorite spot for meals and entertaining. The shared front garden is part of a 2-unit HOA. With its own private gate and access, this home offers complete privacy.
Listed by
Listing Agent - JENNIFER BAUER
Listing Office - The GRUBB Company
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#40944895 • last updated 5 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 34 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Wall Furnace
Levels/Style Cottage, One Story
Status Sold
SqFt 1018
Virtual Tour N/A
Type RESIDENTIAL
SubType Detached
MLS # 40944895
Lot Size (Acres) 0.12
City Transfer Tax Yes
HOA Name CALL LISTING AGENT
HOA Fee Monthly
Property Condition Existing
Year Built 1941
Hoa Fee 120
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 1
Bathrooms Closet, Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface
Total # of Bedrooms 2
Kitchen 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Total # of Rooms 4
Add'l Room(s) Family Room
Flooring Hardwood Floors, Tile, Vinyl
Fireplaces 0, None
Exterior
Exterior Wood Siding
Roof Composition Shingles
Parking Off Street Parking, Parking Spaces, Parking Area
Exterior Features Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio
Lot Description Level, Garden, Landscape Front
Amenities / Utilities
Water/ Sewer Sewer System - Public
Green Features: Solar None
Additional Equipment Dryer, Security Alarm - Owned, Washer
Laundry Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Pool None
HOA Documents Other HOA Docs
HOA Amenities Other
HOA Fees Include Hazard Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Trash Removal
Location
View None
Area Berkeley Map Area 9
County Alameda
District/ Neighborhood/ Subdivison ELMWOOD
Directions Shattuck To Derby
APN 055-1826-033
$857K
Range: $779K-$934K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $4,446/month
Gross rent multiplier: 18.5
  • May 2021
    Public Records
  • May 20, 2021 Sold
    $985,000
  • May 2021
    mls logo MLS # 40944895
  • May 20, 2021 Sold
    $985,000
  • May 20, 2021 Sold
    $985,000 (+23.9%)
  • Apr 22, 2021 Pending
    —
  • Apr 22, 2021 Pending
    —
  • Apr 9, 2021 Listed
    $795,000
  • Apr 9, 2021 Listed
    $795,000 (+7.4%)
  • Jul 2019
    mls logo MLS # 40749318
  • Jul 11, 2019 Sold
    $740,000 (-99.9%)
  • Sep 1, 2016 Sold
    $740,000,000 (+99900.0%)
  • Aug 3, 2016 Pending Show For Backups
    —
  • Jul 15, 2016 Listed
    $619,000
  • Jul 15, 2016 Listed
    $619,000 (+14.6%)
  • Aug 2016
    Public Records
  • Aug 31, 2016 Sold
    $740,000 (+19.5%)
  • Dec 2013
    mls logo MLS # 40634871
  • Dec 4, 2013 Sold
    $540,000
  • Oct 26, 2013 Pending
    —
  • Oct 11, 2013 Listed
    $448,800
  • Nov 2013
    Public Records
  • Nov 18, 2013 Sold
    $540,000 (+20.3%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $14,062 +1.9%
    $1,045,281
  • 2023
    $13,795 +1.4%
    $1,045,281 +2.0%
  • 2022
    $13,606 +20.6%
    $1,024,793 +29.16%
  • 2021
    $11,278 +4.6%
    $793,420
  • 2020
    $10,787 +2.9%
    $793,420 +1.04%
  • 2019
    $10,484 +1.5%
    $785,288 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $10,333 +35.4%
    $769,896 +4.04%
  • 2016
    $7,632 +1.3%
    $740,000
  • 2015
    $7,538
    —
  • 2133 5 Derby St
    $985K
  • South Berkeley
    $985K +5% y/y
  • 94705
    $1.64M +3% y/y
  • Berkeley
    $1.09M +10% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
2135 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,188,000 2/1 1,198 0.01
2131 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,384,000 5/4 2,909 0.01
2139 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,296,000 2/1 1,198 0.01
2127 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,245,000 3/1 1,251 0.02
2125 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,319,000 2/1 1,161 0.02
2122 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94704 $1,266,000 4/2 1,662 0.03
2123 Derby St, Berkeley, CA 94705 $1,175,000 2/1 1,150 0.03
2130 Carleton St, Berkeley, CA 94704 $1,753,000 3/2 1,784 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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