1097 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $3,260,000 - $4,061,476
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,028
Sq Ft
$887/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Home Theater
- Contemporary Architecture
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- 0.63 Acre Lot
- 3-minute walk to Grizzly Peak Park
About This Home
As of June 2018Spectacular contemporary at the top of the Berkeley Hills! 1097 Creston is an original Hans Ostwald design, reimagined for elegant modern living. Sited on over a half an acre, with stunning views, this home has level-in access from both floors. With five bedrooms, a study, a media space and garden and family rooms, the home has the potential for an in-law apartment or home office. It has many green features including new LED lighting and dual pane windows. Close to Tilden Park and U.C. Berkeley.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $42,394
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 0.63 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Up
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Home Theater
- Solarium
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Low Flow Toliet
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Stepless Entry
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Hans Ostwald
- North Cragmont Subdivision, Contemporary Mid Century Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 633140111
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 18, 2018
Closed on
May 22, 2018
Sold by
Griffiths Thomas Lawlor and Lombrozo Tania
Bought by
Schekman Randy Wayne and Merchant Sabeeha
Seller's Agent
Candace Hyde-Wang
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Riggins
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC
List Price
$2,600,000
Sold Price
$2,600,000
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$972,119
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.98%
Original Mortgage
$1,500,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 22, 2013
Sold by
Keyvan Shahla
Bought by
Griffiths Thomas Lawlor and Lombrozo Tania
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$22,500
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2009
Sold by
Aurora Loan Services Llc
Bought by
Keyvan Shahla
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$720,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 2008
Sold by
Macnab Mary
Bought by
Aurora Loan Services Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 2006
Sold by
Luten Thomas H and The Daniel B Luten Jr Living T
Bought by
Macnab Mary
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$990,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2006
Sold by
Luten Marion and Sherk Marion T
Bought by
Luten Robert H and Feuillard Margaret L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$990,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schekman Randy Wayne | $2,600,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Griffiths Thomas Lawlor | $1,610,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Keyvan Shahla | $1,200,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Aurora Loan Services Llc | $1,078,000 | None Available | |
| Macnab Mary | $1,600,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Luten Robert H | -- | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Schekman Randy Wayne | $1,391,000 | |
| Closed | Schekman Randy Wayne | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffiths Thomas Lawlor | $1,200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffiths Thomas Lawlor | $1,207,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffiths Thomas Lawlor | $22,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Griffiths Thomas Lawlor | $1,100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $825,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $97,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Keyvan Shahla | $720,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Macnab Mary | $1,500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Mcnab Mary | $860,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Macnab Mary | $490,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Macnab Mary | $990,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,600,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/19/2018 06/19/18 | Sold | $2,600,000 | 0.0% | $645 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2018 05/04/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2018 04/18/18 | For Sale | $2,600,000 | -- | $645 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $42,394 | $2,925,552 | $870,090 | $2,062,462 |
| 2023 | $41,545 | $2,875,057 | $853,031 | $2,022,026 |
| 2022 | $40,876 | $2,811,693 | $836,308 | $1,982,385 |
| 2021 | $40,913 | $2,738,041 | $819,912 | $1,925,129 |
| 2020 | $38,403 | $2,705,040 | $811,512 | $1,893,528 |
| 2019 | $37,113 | $2,652,000 | $795,600 | $1,856,400 |
| 2018 | $25,914 | $1,734,548 | $520,364 | $1,214,184 |
| 2017 | $25,056 | $1,700,545 | $510,163 | $1,190,382 |
| 2016 | $24,268 | $1,667,202 | $500,160 | $1,167,042 |
| 2015 | $23,941 | $1,642,167 | $492,650 | $1,149,517 |
| 2014 | $23,547 | $1,610,000 | $483,000 | $1,127,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Candace Hyde-Wang
Seller's Agent in 2018
Candace Hyde-Wang
Red Oak Realty
(510) 541-4661
2 in this area
12 Total Sales
-
Anthony Riggins
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Anthony Riggins
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC
(510) 693-7931
114 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40817988
APN: 063-3140-111-00
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