1516 Grizzly Peak Blvd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills Neighborhood
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,682
Sq Ft
5,270
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Stone Countertops
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of March 2025Where can you find Bay views and away-from-it-all serenity, yet still be a stone’s throw from the UC campus and all that downtown Berkeley has to offer? Come see this nature-lover’s paradise: an Eichler-inspired MidCentury 3/2.5, steps from Tilden Park and miles of hiking trails, and walkable to the Lawrence Hall of Science. Inside, the open-space floorplan is bathed in natural light through all-new windows and glass doors, with gleaming hardwood floors flowing seamlessly to front and rear redwood decks for maximum indoor-outdoor flow. Outside is a gardener’s Eden, with raised organic beds, fruit trees and berries, flowers and herbs for all seasons, and drip irrigation. Custom design touches include a handcrafted zinc bar top, custom stone fireplace and kitchen and bath updates, with two bedrooms and one-and-a-half baths above the main floor. The separate-entry, walk-out lower level provides a 3rd bedroom, full bath and studio-style living space including a kitchenette. Over a decade-plus in residence, the owners imbued this home with an eco-friendly mindset, incorporating natural, organic and low-VOC upgrades to ensure sustainable comfort. New gas furnace and ducting were added in the past year. Registered as a short-term rental with the City of Berkeley.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,686
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 5,270 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Backyard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Cork
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Eichler Inspired Midcent Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 60249220
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Feb 27, 2025
Sold by
Scarvie Thomas G and Reiter-Scarvie Carrie J
Bought by
White Henry and White Samantha
Seller's Agent
Eileen Townsend
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jeremy Davidson
Compass
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,420,000
Premium/Discount to List
$125,000
9.65%
Views
78
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
-$2,202
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.52%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2019
Sold by
Scarvie Thomas and Reiter Scarvie Carrie J
Bought by
Scarvie Thomas G and Reiter Scarvie Carrie J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$477,250
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 29, 2012
Sold by
Gillies Robert D
Bought by
Scarvie Thomas G and Reiter Carrie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$463,200
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2010
Sold by
Gillies Deborah
Bought by
Gillies Robert D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$369,800
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 26, 2003
Sold by
Gillies Deborah
Bought by
Gillies Robert D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 16, 1997
Sold by
Gillies Helen H 1986 Revocable Trust and Susan
Bought by
Gillies Robert D
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$117,000
Interest Rate
7.23%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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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 | $1,420,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $579,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Lsi Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $150,000 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $475,100 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $477,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $463,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $369,800 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $365,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $110,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $359,600 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $310,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $245,606 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $117,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2025 03/06/25 | Sold | $1,420,000 | +9.7% | $844 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/13/2025 02/13/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $770 / 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 | $10,686 | $705,962 | $213,888 | $499,074 |
| 2023 | $10,464 | $698,985 | $209,695 | $489,290 |
| 2022 | $10,283 | $678,280 | $205,584 | $479,696 |
| 2021 | $10,310 | $664,847 | $201,554 | $470,293 |
| 2020 | $9,800 | $664,963 | $199,489 | $465,474 |
| 2019 | $9,459 | $651,930 | $195,579 | $456,351 |
| 2018 | $9,304 | $639,151 | $191,745 | $447,406 |
| 2017 | $8,968 | $626,621 | $187,986 | $438,635 |
| 2016 | $8,706 | $614,335 | $184,300 | $430,035 |
| 2015 | $8,592 | $605,112 | $181,533 | $423,579 |
| 2014 | $8,493 | $593,260 | $177,978 | $415,282 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Eileen Townsend
Seller's Agent in 2025
Eileen Townsend
Compass
(510) 725-7422
5 in this area
68 Total Sales
-
Marco Rodriguez
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Marco Rodriguez
Compass
(510) 375-3172
1 in this area
183 Total Sales
-
Jeremy Davidson
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jeremy Davidson
Compass
(415) 717-4103
2 in this area
93 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41085687
APN: 060-2492-020-00
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