1444 Walnut St is a rare opportunity for a 11-unit trophy asset building available in Berkeley's esteemed Gourmet Ghetto, conveniently accessible from the original Peet's coffee located at the corner of Walnut and Vine, and only 3 blocks away from the prestigious University of California, Berkeley. This property comprises 9 apartments, 2 commercial spaces, an elevator, and secured parking with 6 spaces and 6 storage units. Unit mix consists of (five) 2 bed 1 bath units, (three) 1 bed 1 bath units, a 2 bed 2 bath 2 level penthouse with fireplace, and two commercial spaces on the ground floor. All the residential units have been updated and offers balconies with Bay Views. The two commercial spaces consist of an corner office space (800 sqft.) and a retail space (450 sqft.) located on the end of the building which has been occupied by the same business for over 24 years. With a Walkscore of 96, the location cannot be beat as you are in the heart of the Gourmet Ghetto offering a plethora of dining/food options, close to Downtown Berkeley BART, public transportation, and shopping. This is a great rar opportunity to acquire a prime asset in an excellent location.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Year Built: 1965
Listing Office:
Office Name: KW Advisors East Bay
Office Phone: (510) 775-1079
Listing Agent: Justin Paek
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
View: Bay
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Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.10 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Electric
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Shattuck to Vine to Walnut Cross Street: Vine St.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $6,475,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $26,894
Tax Year: 2021
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This property is $5.0M more than the Median Sold Price in Berkeley, CA.
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MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: CRMLS
MLS Number: #41051722
Listing Office:
Office Name: KW Advisors East Bay
Office Phone: (510) 775-1079
Listing Agent: Justin Paek
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
Feb 21, 2020
Feb 21, 2020Home Sold
$5,667,500
Aug 30, 1991
Aug 30, 1991Home Sold
$671,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$26,894
$5,721,668
2020
$26,894
$1,081,193
2019
$24,088
$1,059,996
2018
$23,291
$1,034,604
2017
$23,291
$1,014,320
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
9
/10
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
1645 Milvia St
Distance between this listing and this school0.28 miles
Public Magnet Grades KG-5
8
/10
Ruth Acty Elementary School
1400 Ada St
Distance between this listing and this school0.92 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Washington Elementary School
2300 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.99 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School
1781 Rose St
Distance between this listing and this school0.49 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
8
/10
Willard Middle School
2425 Stuart St
Distance between this listing and this school1.53 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Longfellow Arts and Technology Middle School
1500 Derby St
Distance between this listing and this school1.63 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Berkeley High School
1980 Allston Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.86 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
5
/10
Berkeley Technology Academy
2701 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public District Grades 10-12
10
/10
Albany High School
603 Key Route Blvd
Distance between this listing and this school1.68 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $104,237. Typical income of Berkeley, CA residents is between $100k-200k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 1444 Walnut St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 1444 Walnut St property is $6,475,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 1444 Walnut St is a house located in Berkeley, California, 94709.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 1444 Walnut St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $26,894 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on February 21, 2020 for $5,667,500. (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 1444 Walnut St is 1965.
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This home is located at 1444 Walnut St in Berkeley, CA and zip code 94709 in the North Berkeley neighborhood. This home, which was built in 1965, sits on a 0.10 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 05, 2024 and is currently priced at $6,475,000.
In October 2024, from all listings sold in Berkeley, CA there were more than 54 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 1 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in Berkeley, CA increased by 2.3% between September 2024 and October 2024. In October 2024, listings were on the market for 19 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $1,400,000.
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Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. and /or other sources. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. The data contained herein is copyrighted by CRMLS and is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. 
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