NOT LISTED FOR SALE

103 Alvarado Rd Berkeley, CA 94705

Claremont Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,563,000 - $3,546,171

4 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,700 Sq Ft
$850/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 14, 2023

Last sale price $3,200,000 $865 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,916/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Solar Power System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2-minute walk to Sourgrass Path

About This Home

As of August 2023

Magnificent views from this stately home on coveted Alvarado Road near the famed Claremont Club & Spa. A rich history and the site of soirees with important historical figures in the grand ballroom of this extraordinary home! Upstairs find a spacious kitchen, family & dining room w/ breathtaking panoramic bridge, city and bay views, plus a luxurious primary suite with private deck and home office or au pair quarters. The top floor features 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms plus a family room/home office. Another plus room houses a kitchenette which could be converted back to a bedroom or other use. The flexible layout is perfect for entertaining, working from home and or accommodating larger families. Beautifully landscaped terraced garden with sunny flat yard is perfect for al fresco dining & relaxing on the main level, as well as on decks on both upper floors. Many upgrades include owned solar, elegant bathrooms, a new two car garage and beautiful landscaping. Take the Eucalyptus Path to Claremont Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, favorite shops and eateries; Transbay express bus to San Francisco, Claremont Canyon trails, not to mention close proximity to Elmwood and Rockridge amenities and easy transportation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jodi Nishimura

Kai Real Estate License #01762935 Listed on: 06/30/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Spencer Hsu

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02077253

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $42,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Terraced Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Central Heating
  • Heat Pump System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Claremont Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 48H766315

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$42,477

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1916
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.29
  • Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT
  • Directions: Tunnel to Alvarado
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Office
  • Room Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Terraced Up
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Radiant, Central
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12800
  • Parcel Number: 48H766315
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 30, 2023
Closed on
Jul 31, 2023
Sold by
Doherty Sean Michael and Doherty Vanessa Denise
Bought by
Gartung Daniel and Gartung Kristine
Seller's Agent
Jodi Nishimura
Kai Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Spencer Hsu
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$3,200,000
Sold Price
$3,200,000
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$3,146,293

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$53,707
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.88%
Original Mortgage
$2,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,159,721
Interest Rate
6.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$986,572

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 2, 2018
Sold by
Alward Keith and Scales Michael
Bought by
Doherty Vanessa Denise and Doherty Sean Michael

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2009
Sold by
Scales Barbara
Bought by
Scales Barbara and Barbara Scales Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$269,000
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2003
Sold by
Scales Barbara
Bought by
The Barbara Scales Trust
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Gartung Daniel $3,200,000 First American Title
Doherty Vanessa Denise $1,800,000 Chicago Title Company
Scales Barbara -- Fidelity Natl Title Co Of Ca
The Barbara Scales Trust -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gartung Daniel $2,200,000
Previous Owner Doherty Sean Michael $995,000
Previous Owner Doherty Sean Michael $272,400
Previous Owner Doherty Vanessa Denise $100,000
Previous Owner Scales Barbara $269,000
Previous Owner Scales Barbara $228,000
Previous Owner Scales Barbara $210,000
Previous Owner Scales Barbara $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $3,200,000 -- --
08/14/2023 08/14/23 Sold $3,200,000 0.0% $865 / Sq Ft
07/16/2023 07/16/23 Pending -- -- --
06/30/2023 06/30/23 For Sale $3,200,000 -- $865 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $42,477 $3,193,000 $960,000 $2,240,000
2023 $28,542 $1,929,941 $578,982 $1,350,959
2022 $27,958 $1,885,105 $567,631 $1,324,474
2021 $27,128 $1,848,007 $556,502 $1,298,505
2020 $26,829 $1,836,000 $550,800 $1,285,200
2019 $26,071 $1,800,000 $540,000 $1,260,000
2018 $3,326 $141,524 $77,767 $63,757
2017 $3,164 $138,750 $76,243 $62,507
2016 $2,974 $136,029 $74,748 $61,281
2015 $2,943 $133,985 $73,625 $60,360
2014 $2,642 $131,361 $72,183 $59,178
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jodi Nishimura

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jodi Nishimura

    Kai Real Estate

    (510) 459-0471

    6 in this area

    206 Total Sales

    Jodi Nishimura
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  • Spencer Hsu

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Spencer Hsu

    eXp Realty of California Inc

    (408) 223-5493

    1 in this area

    182 Total Sales

    Spencer Hsu
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41031887

bridgeMLS

APN: 048H-7663-015-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Claremont Hills

103 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 103 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 30 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $3,146,293, approximately $850 per square foot. This property was built in 1916. 103 Alvarado Rd is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Chabot Elementary School, Thornhill Elementary School, and Claremont Middle School.

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