NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $3,833,000 - $4,459,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,594 Sq Ft
$1,128/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 01, 2024

Last sale price $4,200,000 $1,169 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $25,117/month

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
  • Secluded Lot
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of March 2024

Nestled in the prestigious Claremont neighborhood with panoramic views of San Francisco and the Bay, this magnificent Craftsman home offers a blend of timeless elegance and contemporary luxury. This remarkable residence has been extensively remodeled, infusing classic Craftsman charm with modern amenities. Discreetly set back from the street, visitors enter via beautiful, level gardens and patio sitting areas. The interior features an expansive, wood-paneled living room, a spacious dining room, and a light-filled kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, overlooking a sunny brick patio. Upstairs, the luxurious primary suite with an office area and large walk-in closet provides a tranquil retreat. Two additional bedrooms open to panoramic views and balcony. The home's crown jewel, a stunning third-floor cupola office, offers 360-degree views of the Bay and the hills. A versatile guest suite on the lower level has a kitchenette and separate entrance. The two-car garage below comes with Tesla charger and additional curb-side storage. Featuring utmost privacy and an abundance of indoor/outdoor flow, this home is a peaceful sanctuary, just steps away from the Claremont Hotel, local shops, and walking trails.

Last Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797 Listed on: 02/15/2024

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $31,655

Year Built

  • Built in 1905

Lot Details

  • 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Secluded Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Concrete

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6442494

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$31,655

Year Built

Built in 1905

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1905
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT
  • Directions: Hillcrest > Eucalyptus
  • Architectural Style: Brown Shingle
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Carpet
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Regular, Secluded, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Radiant, Steam
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, 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
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6000
  • Parcel Number: 6442494
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2024
Sold by
Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust and Kalogiros Jason G
Bought by
Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust and Kalogiros
Total Days on Market
3
Current Estimated Value
$4,054,572

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
6.49%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2024
Closed on
Feb 27, 2024
Sold by
Cecilia Placzek Revocable Trust
Bought by
Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust and Kalogiros
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
Buyer's Agent
Laura Arechiga
List Price
$3,195,000
Sold Price
$4,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,005,000
31.46%
Views
10

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2007
Sold by
Placzek Cecilia Mcguire
Bought by
Placzek Cecilia Mcguire and The Cecilia Placzek Revocable

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2006
Sold by
Placzek F Anthony and Placzek Cecilia M
Bought by
Placzek Cecilia Mcguire

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2001
Sold by
Topei Miriam Rokeach
Bought by
Placzek F Anthony and Placzek Cecilia M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 1997
Sold by
Topel Miriam Rokeach
Bought by
Topel Miriam Rokeach

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
7.23%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1995
Sold by
Topel Marcus S
Bought by
Topel Miriam Rokeach

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
Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust -- Chicago Title
Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust $4,200,000 Chicago Title
Cecilia Placzek Revocable Trust -- Chicago Title
Placzek Cecilia Mcguire -- None Available
Placzek Cecilia Mcguire -- None Available
Placzek F Anthony -- Chicago Title Co
Topel Miriam Rokeach -- First American Title Guarant
Topel Miriam Rokeach -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust $500,000
Closed Preston-Kalogiros 2018 Family Trust $590,000
Previous Owner Topel Miriam Rokeach $90,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $4,200,000 -- --
03/01/2024 03/01/24 Sold $4,200,000 +31.5% $1,169 / Sq Ft
02/18/2024 02/18/24 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2024 02/15/24 For Sale $3,195,000 -- $889 / 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 $31,655 $2,127,941 $625,294 $1,502,647
2023 $31,018 $2,086,223 $613,035 $1,473,188
2022 $30,499 $2,045,327 $601,018 $1,444,309
2021 $30,604 $2,005,222 $589,233 $1,415,989
2020 $29,012 $1,984,666 $583,193 $1,401,473
2019 $27,937 $1,945,757 $571,759 $1,373,998
2018 $27,493 $1,907,611 $560,550 $1,347,061
2017 $26,594 $1,870,215 $549,561 $1,320,654
2016 $25,804 $1,833,553 $538,788 $1,294,765
2015 $25,470 $1,806,024 $530,699 $1,275,325
2014 $25,264 $1,770,659 $520,307 $1,250,352
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41050082

bridgeMLS

APN: 064-4249-004-00