Seller's Agent in 2021
GERI STERN
Compass
(510) 375-1839
1 in this area
80 Total Sales
1285 Alvarado Rd Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,710,000 - $2,073,000
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,020
Sq Ft
$625/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Contemporary Architecture
- No HOA
- Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of July 2021Spectacular unobstructed Golden Gate and sweeping Canyon views! Sophisticated Contemporary retreat located in the desirable Claremont Knolls neighborhood, near hiking trails. Close to Claremont shops,restaurants and Rockridge BART. Home faces west and all rooms have views.Soaring ceilings in entry and Living Rm, built-in Birds Eye maple bookshelves in LR & Library. Recently remodeled and in move-in condition. Loads of storage in basement. Private wine room area.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,816
Year Built
- Built in 1978
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Front Yard Sprinklers
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Canyon
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Stone Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Library
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Window Bars
- Security System Leased
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Claremont Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 48H7654122
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2021
Closed on
Jun 15, 2021
Sold by
Hsu Su Chu and The Justin Tygar Administrativ
Bought by
Kizer David Allen and Kizer Rand Jaser
Seller's Agent
GERI STERN
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Walter Martinez
Lifestyle Realty
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
7.53%
Total Days on Market
48
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
$386,419
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.04%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$460,681
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Estimated Equity
$1,281,965
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 8, 2020
Sold by
Tygar Justin Douglas
Bought by
Tygar Family Revocable Trust and Tygar
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 5, 2020
Sold by
Hsu Su Chu and Tygar Family Revocable Trust
Bought by
Hsu Su Chu and Justin Tygar Administrative Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 2000
Sold by
Chu Tygar Justin D and Chu Su
Bought by
Tygar Justin Douglas and Hsu Su Chu
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 7, 2000
Sold by
Tygar Justin D
Bought by
Tygar Justin Douglas and Hsu Su Chu
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 21, 1998
Sold by
Benedetto Larry and Benedetto Dana J
Bought by
Tygar Justin Douglas
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$373,500
Interest Rate
6.88%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1996
Sold by
Benedetto Larry and Benedetto Dana J
Bought by
Benedetto Larry and Benedetto Dana S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kizer David Allen | $1,500,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Hsu Su Chu | -- | None Available | |
| Tygar Justin Douglas | -- | -- | |
| Tygar Justin Douglas | -- | -- | |
| Tygar Justin Douglas | $415,000 | Nortwestern Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Kizer David Allen | $500,000 | |
| Open | Kizer David Allen | $822,375 | |
| Previous Owner | Pacific Bay Properties Llc | $60,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Tygar Justin Douglas | $373,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Benedetto Larry | $294,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Benedetto Larry | $296,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,500,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/21/2021 07/21/21 | Sold | $1,500,000 | +7.5% | $497 / Sq Ft |
| 06/01/2021 06/01/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2021 04/14/21 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $462 / 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 | $21,816 | $1,553,600 | $468,180 | $1,092,420 |
| 2023 | $23,073 | $1,530,000 | $459,000 | $1,071,000 |
| 2022 | $22,654 | $1,494,400 | $450,000 | $1,050,000 |
| 2021 | $9,897 | $594,027 | $180,308 | $420,719 |
| 2020 | $9,903 | $594,864 | $178,459 | $416,405 |
| 2019 | $9,415 | $583,203 | $174,961 | $408,242 |
| 2018 | $9,206 | $571,770 | $171,531 | $400,239 |
| 2017 | $8,853 | $560,560 | $168,168 | $392,392 |
| 2016 | $8,560 | $549,571 | $164,871 | $384,700 |
| 2015 | $8,505 | $541,317 | $162,395 | $378,922 |
| 2014 | $8,383 | $530,714 | $159,214 | $371,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
GERI STERN
-
Carla Della Zoppa
C
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Carla Della Zoppa
Compass
(510) 325-1588
1 in this area
75 Total Sales
-
Walter Martinez
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Walter Martinez
Lifestyle Realty
(415) 494-7834
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40945443
APN: 048H-7654-012-02
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