Residential > House
Sold
09/24/1996
Sold Price
$536,000$171/ft²
53 Plaza Dr
Berkeley, CA 94705
- 5Beds
- 4Baths
- 3,140ft²Living Area
- 4,400ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1916Year Built
- -DOM
- 22Permits
53 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 5 bed, 4 bath, 3,140 ft² house built in 1916 on a 0.101 acre lot with 22 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 1996 for $536,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $2,006,000.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 53 Plaza Dr based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$2,006,000
$638/ft²
+$1M above Sold Price
Updated 3 months ago
Last Sold Price
$536,000
$171/ft²
27 years ago
53 Plaza Dr is valued at $2,006,000 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
53 Plaza Dr was last sold in 1996 for $536,000.
Permits
53 Plaza Dr has 22 permit records of total value of $627,850.
Permit History
22
Permits
$627,850
Total Permit Value
May 5, 2020
Project Name: PermitDescription: Install 1 energy storage systems (13.5kwh) with new 200a load centerStatus: finalType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Tesla Energy OperationsFees: $127Effective Date: 2020-05-05Permit Number: B2020-01379
May 16, 2018
Description: New address to be 55 the plaza drStatus: completeType: Pre-appFees: $200Effective Date: 2018-05-16Permit Number: PREAPP000205
January 31, 2018
Project Name: Demolition Building PermitDescription: Demolish 216 SqFt detached garage. (See B2018-00431 for rebuild.)Job Value: $3,000Status: finalType: PermitSub Type: DemolitionApplicant: Alvarezcohen Michael D & LisaFees: $789Effective Date: 2018-01-31Permit Number: B2018-00432
January 31, 2018
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbing PermitDescription: New 348 sqft detached accessory dwelling unit with new retaining wall at property line. (see b2018-00432 for demolition.)Job Value: $125,000Status: finalType: PermitSub Type: New; Business Name: ALL Things Good; BAY Plumbing; Mellor RemodelingApplicant: Alvarezcohen Michael D & Lisa; Fees: $8,032Effective Date: 2018-01-31Permit Number: B2018-00431
April 18, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: **install 3.92 kw photovoltaic solar panels on roofJob Value: $16,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2013-04-18Permit Number: B2013-01711-E
April 18, 2013
Project Name: Building Electrical PermitDescription: Install 3.92 kw photovoltaic solar panels on roofJob Value: $16,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: SOLARCITY CORPORATIONApplicant: Alvarezcohen Michael D & Lisa0Effective Date: 2013-04-18Permit Number: B2013-01711
September 29, 2009
Project Name: Plumbing PermitDescription: Sewer repairs on private propertyStatus: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Alvare MikeEffective Date: 2009-09-29Permit Number: B2009-03721
July 10, 2007
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: 2nd floor bathroom remodel-el, pl. Replace 2 windows no structural/wall changesJob Value: $20,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2007-07-10Permit Number: B2007-03083-E
July 10, 2007
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: 2nd floor bathroom remodel-el, pl. Replace 2 windows no structural/wall changesJob Value: $20,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2007-07-10Permit Number: B2007-03083-P
July 10, 2007
Project Name: Building Electrical plumbing PermitDescription: 2nd FLOOR BATHROOM REMODEL-EL,PL. REPLACE 2 WINDOWS, NO STRUCTURAL/WALL CHANGES.Job Value: $20,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: MICHAEL COHENApplicant: Alvarezcohen Michael & Lisa0Effective Date: 2007-07-10Permit Number: B2007-03083
May 2, 2000
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: New french drains & site drain from yard to curb. See pw#1748Job Value: $3,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: DEREK/DISTINCTIVE BLDRSApplicant: Cohen Michael & Alvarezcohen L0Effective Date: 2000-05-02Permit Number: B2000-01749
October 18, 1999
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical plumbingPermitDescription: Addition: 142 S.F. Kitchen & family room also addition a patioJob Value: $90,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Addition; Business Name: JARVIS ARCHIT'S/BETH ERICKSONApplicant: Cohen Michael & Alvarezcohen L0Effective Date: 1999-10-18Permit Number: B1999-04815
October 18, 1999
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Addition: 142 S.F. Kitchen & family room also addition a patioJob Value: $90,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 1999-10-18Permit Number: B1999-04815-P
October 18, 1999
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Addition: 142 S.F. Kitchen & family room also addition a patioJob Value: $90,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 1999-10-18Permit Number: B1999-04815-M
October 18, 1999
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Addition: 142 S.F. Kitchen & family room also addition a patioJob Value: $90,000Status: completeType: PermitSub Type: AdditionEffective Date: 1999-10-18Permit Number: B1999-04815-E
October 24, 1996
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Seismic retrofitJob Value: $4,200Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: ROY DONALD J & ELIZABETH WEffective Date: 1996-10-24Permit Number: B1996-04324
October 16, 1996
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: 200a service change/add new 100a sub- panel addition various plugs & switches & lights upstairs (3 downstairs)Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: LISA COHENEffective Date: 1996-10-16Permit Number: B1996-04180
October 15, 1996
Project Name: Building Plumbing PermitDescription: Bathroom remodel and shower repairJob Value: $12,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: MICHAEL & LISA COHENEffective Date: 1996-10-15Permit Number: B1996-04176
October 15, 1996
Project Name: Building Plumbing PermitDescription: Bathroom remodel and shower repairJob Value: $12,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitEffective Date: 1996-10-15Permit Number: B1996-04176-P
September 16, 1994
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Termite report items 3a 4a on part 1 4a & 11a on part 2. Apply finish to deck & surface and stuccoJob Value: $5,000Status: Closed ExpiredType: PermitApplicant: ROY DONALD J & ELIZABETH WEffective Date: 1994-09-16Permit Number: B1994-03421
May 5, 1994
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Reinforce porch roof deck/termite work modify rails to conform to existing design relating to item 4Job Value: $2,785Status: Closed ExpiredType: PermitApplicant: ROY DONALD J & ELIZABETH WEffective Date: 1994-05-05Permit Number: B1994-01591
October 19, 1993
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Supplemental termite report attached items 1a 4a, 11a. All work to be done in accordance with ordinance 6128Job Value: $8,865Status: Closed ExpiredType: PermitApplicant: ROY DONALD J & ELIZABETH WEffective Date: 1993-10-19Permit Number: B1993-06493
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$18,252.14From latest Total Assessed Value1.83%Total Assessed Value$995,442=Land+
Assessed Value$251,709Additions
Assessed Value$743,733
In 2023, taxes billed for 53 Plaza Dr were $18,252.14, which is 1.83% from latest Total Assessed Value of $995,442.
Property History
53 Plaza Dr has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 53 Plaza Dr
Hazard Risks
Earthquake641Nat'l Avg100Carb Mono98Particulates98Ozone87Air Pollution83Lead44Tornado17Weather3Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
9 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Tornado Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 53 Plaza Dr.
Walkability Index
15 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
53 Plaza Dr has a walkability score of 15 out of 20, which means that it is in a very walkable area.
Noise Level
41 dB
Quiet Suburban Residential 0-49
Suburban Residential 50-54
Urban Residential 55-59
Noisy Urban Residential 60-64
Very Noisy Urban Residential 65+
Noise at 53 Plaza Dr is around 41dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
56°F
Summer
Average
Low
53°F
High
74°F
In the winter at 53 Plaza Dr, temperatures range from 41.88°F to 56.29°F with an average of 49.09°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 53.49°F to 74.38°F with and average of 63.94°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 53 Plaza Dr
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.85 mi
A
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.76 mi
B+
Emerson Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.53 mi
B
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.01 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.63 mi
B
John Muir Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.16 mi
B-
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 53 Plaza Dr have ratings undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Claremont, Berkeley, CA 94705.
Seasonal Housing units 94705
18%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94705
+13%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Claremont.
Crime Index for 94705
126
126
The crime index in 94705 is 126, which is 1.3 times higher than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 53 Plaza Dr over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Plaza Dr
- 37 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,540 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1934 and has an estimate of $3,289,209 with a price per ft² of $1,295.
- 103 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,250 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.22 acre property. It was built in 1907 and has an estimate of $2,950,075 with a price per ft² of $908.
- 101 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,376 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.18 acre property. It was built in 1917 and has an estimate of $3,203,282 with a price per ft² of $949.
- 106 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,677 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1919 and has an estimate of $3,007,436 with a price per ft² of $1,123.
- 76 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 1,826 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1961 and has an estimate of $2,458,960 with a price per ft² of $1,359.
- 84 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 1,697 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,825,333 with a price per ft² of $1,076.
- 96 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,003 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1932 and has an estimate of $3,214,337 with a price per ft² of $1,070.
- 60 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,939 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $3,273,218 with a price per ft² of $1,114.
- 36 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,680 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1920 and has an estimate of $2,991,624 with a price per ft² of $1,116.
- 41 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,096 square foot, 7 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1920 and has an estimate of $2,642,822 with a price per ft² of $854.
- 42 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,894 square foot, 4 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.16 acre property. It was built in 1906 and has an estimate of $3,276,339 with a price per ft² of $1,132.
- 6 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,610 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $3,048,447 with a price per ft² of $1,168.
- 12 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,900 square foot, 4 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.17 acre property. It was built in 1911 and has an estimate of $3,004,671 with a price per ft² of $1,036.
- 24 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,304 square foot, 3 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $2,609,518 with a price per ft² of $1,150.
- 28 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,434 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $3,414,240 with a price per ft² of $994.
- 32 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,996 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1937 and has an estimate of $3,438,634 with a price per ft² of $1,148.
- 56 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,322 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $2,621,034 with a price per ft² of $1,129.
- 64 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,770 square foot, 3 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1921 and has an estimate of $3,491,945 with a price per ft² of $1,261.
- 68 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,356 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1921 and has an estimate of $2,967,003 with a price per ft² of $1,259.
- 72 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,748 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1911 and has an estimate of $3,491,116 with a price per ft² of $931.
- 80 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,370 square foot, 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1906 and has an estimate of $2,346,444 with a price per ft² of $990.
- 88 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,302 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1919 and has an estimate of $2,301,027 with a price per ft² of $1,000.
- 59 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 4,290 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.19 acre property. It was built in 1907 and has an estimate of $4,463,425 with a price per ft² of $1,113.
- 53 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,140 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1916 and has an estimate of $2,830,460 with a price per ft² of $901.
- 49 Plaza Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 3,340 square foot, 6 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1914 and has an estimate of $2,943,615 with a price per ft² of $881.
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