NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,104,555

4 Beds
4 Baths
3,252 Sq Ft
$955/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 13, 2023

Last sale price $3,415,000 $1,050 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $21,196/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Guest House
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • In Ground Pool
  • 4-minute walk to Greenwood Commons

About This Home

As of November 2023

Dreamy Bay views! In the heart of the lower Berkeley Hills near the historic Rose Garden and Codornices Park, the iconic “Walker house” was originally built in 1981 and significantly updated recently. Sheltered from the street, enter through a gateway into private front courtyard for relaxing and entertaining. Main house features open floor plan and nearly level-in entry to 3 bedrooms + elegant public rooms. Sweeping views off expansive deck + spacious living and dining rms. Floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, high ceilings + sun-filled spaces create a feeling of grace, luxury + sophistication reminiscent of William Wurster. Chef’s kitchen + bathrooms are exquisitely remodeled with modern top-of-the-line appliances + fixtures. On lower level, a lovely indoor swimming pool + entertainment deck that can be used year-round. Outside seating area is surrounded by lush planting beds + fruit trees. Separate 2-story guest apt has its own entrance. A rare gem in one of Berkeley’s most coveted neighborhoods!

Last Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797 Listed on: 10/17/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $47,809

Year Built

  • Built in 1981

Lot Details

  • 7,535 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Pool Cover

Additional Homes

  • Guest House

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 59225082

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$47,809

Year Built

Built in 1981

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: Cedar > Euclid
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Spa Features: Private
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Study, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Regular
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Pool Cover
  • Pool Private: Yes
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play
  • Other Structures: Guest House
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7535
  • Parcel Number: 59225082
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2024
Sold by
Packard Lauren S and Rutherglen Michael F
Bought by
Packard Rutherglen Family Trust and Packard
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
$3,104,555

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2023
Closed on
Nov 7, 2023
Sold by
Walker Survivors Trust
Bought by
Packard Lauren S and Rutherglen Michael F
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Mulholland
Outpost Real Estate
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$3,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$920,000
36.87%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.32%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2023
Closed on
Nov 6, 2023
Sold by
Walker Dorothy A
Bought by
Walker Survivors Trust and Kamiya
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Mulholland
Outpost Real Estate
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$3,415,000
Premium/Discount to List
$920,000
36.87%
Views
63

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2013
Sold by
Walker Dorothy A
Bought by
Walker Dorothy A and The Walker Survivors Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 26, 1998
Sold by
Walker Dorothy A
Bought by
Walker Dorothy A and Walker Survivors Trust

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Packard Rutherglen Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Packard Lauren S $3,415,000 Old Republic Title Company
Walker Dorothy A -- None Available
Walker Dorothy A -- Nations Title Company
Walker Dorothy A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Packard Lauren S $750,000
Previous Owner Walker Dorothy A $720,000
Previous Owner Walker Dorothy A $360,000
Previous Owner Walker Dorothy A $50,000
Previous Owner Walker Dorothy A $275,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $3,415,000 -- --
11/13/2023 11/13/23 Sold $3,415,000 +36.9% $1,050 / Sq Ft
11/01/2023 11/01/23 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2023 10/17/23 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $767 / 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 $47,809 $3,415,000 $1,024,500 $2,390,500
2023 $13,967 $654,302 $195,653 $458,649
2022 $13,570 $634,472 $191,816 $449,656
2021 $13,549 $621,897 $188,056 $440,841
2020 $12,624 $622,449 $186,128 $436,321
2019 $11,907 $610,246 $182,479 $427,767
2018 $11,644 $598,282 $178,901 $419,381
2017 $11,226 $586,553 $175,394 $411,159
2016 $10,417 $575,053 $171,955 $403,098
2015 $11,006 $566,417 $169,373 $397,044
2014 $10,798 $555,324 $166,056 $389,268
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41042164

bridgeMLS

APN: 059-2250-008-02