NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,752,598 - $1,853,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,932 Sq Ft
$937/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2020

Last sale price $1,550,000 $802 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,909/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Secluded Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

About This Home

As of October 2020

Soaring panoramic views form this contemporary home designed by the influential architect Charles Moore, famously responsible for the Sea Ranch style. Open floor plan with loads of light, the dining area flows into the kitchen + overlooks the sunken living room with floor to huge windows, vaulted cathedral ceilings + spacious balcony facing the view. Main home consists of 3 brms/2.5 updated bathrooms. Separate office/guest quarter with own bathroom + balcony located just a few steps below w. separate entrance. Abundance of storage accessible below the house via two separate doors. Lovingly updated with new roof, air-conditioning, and generator + many system upgrades. Sited at the end of a cul-de-sac in North Berkeley in a serene setting, it overlooks the open hillside of the Berkley Lab + is just steps away from walking paths and parks, this is country living with dramatic views! A secluded and private setting – just minutes to downtown Berkeley and the SF commute.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01158883 Listed on: 08/21/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Wolan

District Homes License #01939981

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,398

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 4,225 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Secluded Lot

Property Views

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

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Charles Moore
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Sea Ranch Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 60247842

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,398

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Hills
  • Directions: Avenida to Campus
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile, Vinyl
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Laminate, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Secluded
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco
  • Builder Name: Charles Moore
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4225
  • Parcel Number: 60247842

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2020
Closed on
Sep 14, 2020
Sold by
Medak Ruth E and Ruth E Medak Family Trust
Bought by
Meyers Ian and Oconnell Mary Katharine
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Wolan
District Homes
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$200,000
14.81%
Current Estimated Value
$1,809,650

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$259,650
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.32%
Original Mortgage
$885,000
Outstanding Balance
$792,479
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,017,171

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 27, 2017
Sold by
Medak Ruth E
Bought by
Ruth E Medak Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 2015
Sold by
Sekhon Jasjeet and Sekhon Suzanne Smith
Bought by
Medak Ruth Ellen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$938,250
Interest Rate
3.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 2, 2006
Sold by
Adkins Leslie C and The Leslie C Adkins Revocable
Bought by
Sekhon Jasjeet and Sekhon Suzanne Smith

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$846,000
Interest Rate
6.08%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2004
Sold by
Adkins Alden S and Adkins Leslie C
Bought by
Livi Adkins Leslie C and Livi Leslie C Adkins Revocable

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$453,000
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 10, 2003
Sold by
Adkins Alden S and Adkins Leslie C
Bought by
Livi Adkins Leslie C and Livi Leslie C Adkins Revocable

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2003
Sold by
Otus Mahmut and The Mahmut Otus Trust
Bought by
Adkins Alden S and Adkins Leslie G

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.97%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 1994
Sold by
Otus Mahmut
Bought by
Otus Mahmut and The Mahmut Otus Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Meyers Ian $1,550,000 Chicago Title Company
Ruth E Medak Family Trust -- None Available
Medak Ruth Ellen $1,251,000 Chicago Title Company
Sekhon Jasjeet $940,000 Placer Title Company
Livi Adkins Leslie C -- Placer Title Company
Adkins Alden S -- Placer Title Company
Livi Adkins Leslie C -- --
Adkins Alden S $755,000 Placer Title Company
Otus Mahmut -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Meyers Ian $885,000
Previous Owner Medak Ruth Ellen $938,250
Previous Owner Sekhon Jasjeet $846,000
Previous Owner Adkins Alden S $453,000
Previous Owner Adkins Alden S $100,000
Previous Owner Adkins Alden S $455,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,550,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,550,000 -- --
10/01/2020 10/01/20 Sold $1,550,000 +14.8% $802 / Sq Ft
09/02/2020 09/02/20 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2020 08/21/20 For Sale $1,350,000 -- $699 / 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 $22,398 $1,644,860 $493,458 $1,151,402
2023 $21,972 $1,612,620 $483,786 $1,128,834
2022 $21,661 $1,581,000 $474,300 $1,106,700
2021 $21,768 $1,550,000 $465,000 $1,085,000
2020 $18,605 $1,354,107 $378,847 $975,260
2019 $18,049 $1,327,561 $371,420 $956,141
2018 $17,787 $1,301,540 $364,140 $937,400
2017 $17,190 $1,276,020 $357,000 $919,020
2016 $16,761 $1,251,000 $350,000 $901,000
2015 $14,561 $1,068,807 $320,642 $748,165
2014 $13,625 $978,000 $293,400 $684,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40917511

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2478-042-00