131 Sonia St Oakland, CA 94618
Upper Rockridge Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,515
Sq Ft
4,792
Sq Ft Lot
About This Home
As of July 2025Welcome to this charming Upper Rockridge Retreat. Tucked away with level-in access from a private rear road, 131 Sonia Street offers a secluded sanctuary, hillside views, and rare privacy on a deep, premium lot. Enjoy a bright, open living space with a cozy fireplace and a custom chef’s kitchen with an oversized island perfect for gatherings. Spend warm summer evenings on the back patio, ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Just minutes from Market Hall, Rockridge BART, top-rated public & private schools, and world-class dining, this hidden gem blends charm, convenience, and community.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Brenda Schaefer
The GRUBB Company License #01896001 Listed on: 05/15/2025
Co-Listed By
Karen Starr
The GRUBB Company License #01111458
Home Details
Home Type
Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
$23,751
Year Built
1940
Lot Details
0
Parking
1
Listing Details
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Property Type: Residential
- Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
- Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
- Subdivision Name: UPPER ROCKRIDGE
- Directions: Harbord to Sonia
- Special Features: VirtualTour
- Year Built: 1940
Interior Features
- Appliances: Gas Range, Oven
- Other Equipment: None
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Fireplace Features: Living Room
- Fireplaces: 1
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Stories: 2
Exterior Features
- Construction Type: Stucco
- Property Condition: Existing
- Roof: Shingle
Garage/Parking
- Covered Parking Spaces: 1
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Attached
Utilities
- Laundry Features: Hookups Only
- Cooling: None
- Heating Yn: Yes
- Electric: No Solar
Condo/Co-op/Association
- Association Name: Bridge AOR
Schools
- Junior High Dist: Oakland (510) 879-8111
Lot Info
- Lot Size Sq Ft: 4949
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 13, 2022
Closed on
Jul 21, 2022
Sold by
Yi and John
Bought by
Davies Rhian Emily and Hogan Rolle Youell
Seller's Agent
Anhthu Le
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Brenda Schaefer
The GRUBB Company
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,710,000
Premium/Discount to List
$215,000
14.38%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.71%
Original Mortgage
$1,160,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,100,137
Interest Rate
3.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$477,409
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 14, 2021
Closed on
Apr 29, 2021
Sold by
Hopkins Kenneth Michael and Pimentel Claire Louise
Bought by
Yi Patience and Yi John
Seller's Agent
Heidi Marchesotti
Corcoran Icon Properties
Buyer's Agent
Anhthu Le
Compass
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
10.37%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.85%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 15, 2017
Sold by
Hopkins Kenneth Michael and Pimentel Claire Louise
Bought by
Hopkins Kenneth Michael and Pimentel Claire Louise
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 28, 2002
Sold by
Hopkins Kenneth and Pimentel Claire
Bought by
Hopkins Kenneth and Pimentel Claire
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$271,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 1997
Sold by
Wheaton Wendy V
Bought by
Hopkins Kenneth and Pimentel Claire
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$35,000
Interest Rate
8.13%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 17, 1994
Sold by
Robinson Glenda S
Bought by
Wheaton Wendy V
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$284,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,710,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,650,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $351,500 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $355,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,160,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $231,424 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $253,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $269,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $359,650 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $280,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $271,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $72,379 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $75,087 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $35,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $281,200 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $284,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $34,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 07/16/25 | Sold | $1,550,000 | +3.7% | $1,023 / Sq Ft |
| 06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -12.6% | $987 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,710,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,650,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2022 08/12/22 | Sold | $1,710,000 | +14.4% | $1,129 / Sq Ft |
| 07/19/2022 07/19/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/13/2022 07/13/22 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -9.4% | $987 / Sq Ft |
| 05/04/2021 05/04/21 | Sold | $1,650,000 | +10.4% | $1,089 / Sq Ft |
| 04/20/2021 04/20/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/14/2021 04/14/21 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $987 / 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 | $23,751 | $1,737,200 | $523,260 | $1,220,940 |
| 2023 | $25,175 | $1,710,000 | $513,000 | $1,197,000 |
| 2022 | $24,853 | $1,683,000 | $504,900 | $1,178,100 |
| 2021 | $8,596 | $521,859 | $158,733 | $370,126 |
| 2020 | $8,501 | $523,439 | $157,106 | $366,333 |
| 2019 | $8,171 | $513,178 | $154,026 | $359,152 |
| 2018 | $8,001 | $503,119 | $151,007 | $352,112 |
| 2017 | $7,691 | $493,256 | $148,047 | $345,209 |
| 2016 | $7,427 | $483,585 | $145,144 | $338,441 |
| 2015 | $7,387 | $476,324 | $142,965 | $333,359 |
| 2014 | $7,467 | $466,995 | $140,165 | $326,830 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
K
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Karen Starr
The GRUBB Company
-
Anhthu Le
A
Seller's Agent in 2022
Anhthu Le
Compass
(510) 384-9649
10 in this area
26 Total Sales
-
Brenda Schaefer
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Brenda Schaefer
The GRUBB Company
(510) 453-2401
3 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Heidi Marchesotti
Seller's Agent in 2021
Heidi Marchesotti
Corcoran Icon Properties
(510) 387-7865
76 in this area
133 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41096919
APN: 048B-7146-005-00
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