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1609 Bonita Ave 3, Berkeley, California 94709, Berkeley, 94709 - 2 bed, 1 bath

1609 Bonita Ave 3, Berkeley, California 94709 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$649,950
1609 Bonita Ave 3, Berkeley, California 94709
2Beds
1Bath
661Sqft
7,250Lot
Year Built
1956
Close
-
List price
$650K
Original List price
$650K
Price/Sqft
$983
HOA
$392
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
41117802
Home ConditionGood
Features
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About this home

We found 3 Cons,5 Pros. Rank: price - $650.0K(11th), sqft - 661(11th), beds - 2(50th), baths - 1(50th).

This centrally-located, top-floor, beautiful condo is move-in ready with refinished hardwood floors and new interior paint throughout. With light and bright rooms and an open-concept main living area, it feels spacious and cheerful. In addition, the "heart" of the condo and focal point of the living room is the angled wall with a remote-controlled, heat-producing, gas fireplace surrounded by beautiful stonework. The kitchen has been refreshed with painted cabinets and a new dishwasher. Two sunny bedrooms offer plenty of closet space, enhanced with mirrored closet doors and the bathroom boasts a marble floor and spa tub. Located just blocks from Berkeley's "Gourmet Ghetto" with plenty of fine restaurants, shopping and public transportation.

Price History

Date
Event
Price
11/19/25
Listing
$649,950
10/27/23
Sold
$680,000
05/14/21
Sold
$595,000
09/11/13
Sold
$350,000
08/29/12
Sold
$250,000
10/06/11
Sold
$289,000
08/10/11
Sold
$305,500
03/08/11
Sold
$299,000
11/24/10
Sold
$289,000
11/30/07
Sold
$915,000
Condition Rating
Good
This condo is move-in ready with recent cosmetic updates, including refinished hardwood floors, new interior paint, and a refreshed kitchen with painted cabinets and a new dishwasher. The bathroom features a marble floor and a spa tub, indicating a modern update. While the building was constructed in 1956, these significant improvements ensure the property is well-maintained and functional, aligning with the 'Good' category for properties that are move-in ready with recent updates but not a full, extensive renovation.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Exceptional Location: Centrally located in North Berkeley, offering immediate access to the renowned 'Gourmet Ghetto,' fine dining, shopping, and public transportation.
Turnkey Condition & Modern Updates: The condo is move-in ready, featuring newly refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and a kitchen refreshed with painted cabinets and a new dishwasher.
Charming Interior Features: Boasts an open-concept living area, a remote-controlled, heat-producing gas fireplace with elegant stonework, and a bathroom equipped with marble flooring and a spa tub.
Abundant Natural Light & Open Feel: As a top-floor unit, it benefits from light and bright rooms and an open-concept layout, creating a spacious and cheerful atmosphere.
Thoughtful Bedroom Design: Two sunny bedrooms provide ample closet space, enhanced with practical mirrored closet doors.

Cons

Limited Square Footage: With 661 square feet, the living space is compact, which may not suit buyers seeking larger accommodations.
Ongoing Association Fees: The property incurs a monthly association fee of $392, adding to the overall cost of homeownership.
Age of Building: Constructed in 1956, the building is older, which may lead to higher maintenance costs or potential for future capital improvements for common areas, despite interior updates.

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