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Sold on 07/07/2017
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955 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707

$1,926,000

Last sold 07/07/2017 for $1.5M

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,647

    Sqft ($911/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 955 Ventura Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1913
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 5,355 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Property description
Enjoy this elegant three-bedroom, two-bathroom, Craftsman-Style bungalow located int he heart of one of Albany's most coveted neighborhoods. This lovely home offers a light-filled single-level floor plan that has retained much of the original Craftsman-style woodwork and built-in cabinetry, as well as, handsome recessed tray ceiling detail in the formal living and dining rooms. The convenient, sought after location provides close proximity to schools, parks, direct bus routes to the city, North Berkeley & EC Plaza BART stations, and of course Hopkins Street and Solano Avenue's fine shops and restaurants. Enjoy a large formal living room with fireplace and built-in bookshelves, and a grand dining room with original built-in hutch and elegant wainscoting. There is an updated eat-in kitchen with custom details and access to the side and rear gardens. The master bedroom features an updated en-suite bath and access to rear garden that is highlighted by a vegetable garden and patio.
Listed by
Listing Agent - KEVIN L TANNAHILL
Listing Office - MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#40785874 • last updated 9 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 22 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Forced Air 1 Zone
Levels/Style Bungalow, Craftsman, One Story
Status Sold
SqFt 1647
Type RESIDENTIAL
SubType Detached
MLS # 40785874
Lot Size (Acres) 0.12
City Transfer Tax Yes
Property Condition Existing
Year Built 1913
Interior
Bathroom Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
Total # of Bathrooms 2
Primary Bathroom Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
Total # of Bedrooms 3
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Total # of Rooms 6
Add'l Room(s) Storage
Flooring Hardwood Floors, Tile
Fireplaces 1, Living Room
Accessibility Features None
Exterior
Foundation Crawl Space, Raised
Exterior Stucco
Roof Other
Parking Off Street Parking, None
Exterior Features Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front
Lot Description Down Slope, Level
Amenities / Utilities
Water/ Sewer Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
Green Features: Solar None
Additional Equipment Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas
Laundry Other
Pool None
Location
Area Albany
County Alameda
District/ Neighborhood/ Subdivison UPPER ALBANY
School District Albany (510) 559-6500
Elementary School District Albany (510) 559-6500
Directions Marin Ave To Ventura
APN 65-2623-32
Multifamily Details
Unit 1: Occupied By Vacant
$1.92M
Range: $1.67M-$2.17M
Last 30 days 
  • Jul 2019
    mls logo MLS # 40785874
  • Jul 11, 2019 Sold
    $1,500,000
  • Jul 10, 2017 Sold
    $1,500,000
  • Jun 28, 2017 Pending
    —
  • Jun 16, 2017 Listed
    $1,189,000
  • Jun 16, 2017 Listed
    $1,189,000 (+27.8%)
  • Jul 2017
    Public Records
  • Jul 7, 2017 Sold
    $1,500,000 (+26.2%)
  • May 2007
    mls logo MLS # 40252427
  • May 31, 2007 Sold
    $930,000
  • Mar 23, 2007 Listed
    $925,000 (+15.6%)
  • May 2007
    Public Records
  • May 24, 2007 Sold
    $930,000 (+0.5%)
  • Apr 2005
    mls logo MLS # 40069400
  • Apr 27, 2005 Sold
    $800,000
  • Mar 24, 2005 Listed
    $550,000
  • Apr 2005
    Public Records
  • Apr 26, 2005 Sold
    $800,000 (+45.5%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $26,348 +3.1%
    $1,673,250
  • 2023
    $25,548 +3.9%
    $1,673,250 +4.04%
  • 2022
    $24,583 +1.2%
    $1,608,284 +2.0%
  • 2021
    $24,290 +0.4%
    $1,576,754 +1.04%
  • 2020
    $24,184 +2.2%
    $1,560,600
  • 2019
    $23,660 +3.0%
    $1,560,600 +2.0%
  • 2018
    $22,976 +42.4%
    $1,530,000 +42.52%
  • 2016
    $16,130 +7.7%
    $1,073,554
  • 2015
    $14,977
    —
  • 955 Ventura Ave
    $1.5M
  • SOMAR
    $1.65M
  • 94707
    $1.34M -3% y/y
  • Albany
    $644K -23% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
953 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $1,816,000 3/1 1,610 0.01
957 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $2,191,000 4/2 1,920 0.01
951 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $2,051,000 4/1 1,942 0.02
959 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $2,005,000 3/1 1,648 0.02
964 Tulare Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $2,609,000 3/2 2,553 0.03
961 Ventura Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $1,814,000 3/2 1,432 0.03
956 Tulare Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $1,708,000 3/2 1,708 0.03
960 Tulare Ave, Albany, CA 94707 $2,016,000 3/1 1,781 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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