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$3,062,309$966 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $3,792,000 on Nov 21, 2018

12 AJAX PL

BERKELEY, CA 94708
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,169 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$3.1M
$2.8M low$3.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,792,000 · Nov 21, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$2,062,309
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,649,847
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.33%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$1,000,000
FIRST REPUBLIC BANK · recorded Jun 4, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$46,265 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$3,181,306 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$910,248
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,271,058
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$3,118,927

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Custom Design
CountyALAMEDA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)A+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Berkeley High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Berkeley Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94708These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.583

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,453 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12 Ajax Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 98% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Alameda County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Berkeley 94708
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Berkeley Hills
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Berkeley Hills

What homes are worth in Berkeley 94708

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$985K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Berkeley 94708.

How it measures up in Berkeley 94708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94708.

Estimated value$3,062,309
CheaperTypical $1,602,708Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$966
CheaperTypical $850Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area3,169 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,926 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1941Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 12 Ajax Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerkeley HillsBerkeley 94708Alameda County
Estimated valuepricier than$3,062,30997% of homes98% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$96674% of homes74% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than3,169 ft²89% of homes92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac89% of homes89% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than199098% of homes97% of homes79% of homes

About 12 Ajax Pl

How much is 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA is $3,062,309 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,760,549 to $3,364,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA last sell?

12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA last sold on Nov 21, 2018 for $3,792,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA?

12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,169 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA built?

12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a custom design home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA?

12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA is assigned to Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM) (elementary), rated A+; Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School (middle), rated A; Berkeley High School (high), rated A. All sit in Berkeley Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94708?

Among the 4,615 homes in Berkeley 94708, it is worth more than 98% of them ($3,062,309 against a typical $1,602,708), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($966 against a typical $850), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,169 ft² against a typical 1,926 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (1990 against a typical 1941). Measured against all of Alameda County, it is worth more than 98% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Ajax Pl, Berkeley, CA was $46,265. The county assessed it at $3,181,306.

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