Seller's Agent in 2021
Ann Newton Cane
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
(415) 999-0253
2 in this area
104 Total Sales
1638 Grand View Dr Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,473,543
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,452
Sq Ft
$454/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Wood Flooring
- Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
- Contemporary Architecture
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of January 2021Welcome to 1638 Grand View Drive, exquisite design & distinguished living in the prestigious Claremont Hills. This expansive contemporary home spans nearly 5,000 square feet featuring lofty interiors, modern updates & verdant outlooks over canyon and highlands country club with peek a boo water views. The main house comprises five bedrooms, including a marvelous master suite, and three full bathrooms plus one half bath. The adjoining studio unit features private live-work space, a full bath and snack bar area. An elevator originates at the two-car garage, serving both the studio and main house with easy accessibility. This residence offers the best of both worlds, a discrete idyllic setting perched peacefully atop of the world, while located mere minutes from the vibrancy of a world-class city. The historic Claremont Resort & Spa, UC Berkeley, Bentley School, chic Rockridge/Elmwood shopping districts and swift access to highway 24 & 13 are all nearby.
Last Listed By
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re License #02084093 Listed on: 10/17/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $27,676
Year Built
- Built in 2005
Lot Details
- 8,563 Sq Ft Lot
- Dog Run
- Back Yard Fenced
- Terraced Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Skylights
- Two Way Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Claremont Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 48H760161
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2020
Closed on
Jan 28, 2021
Sold by
Cole Scott E and Cole Diana
Bought by
Poulton Cynthia and Poulton Michael
Seller's Agent
Ann Newton Cane
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Budd
List Price
$1,940,000
Sold Price
$1,925,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-0.77%
Total Days on Market
79
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
$548,543
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.05%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$454,488
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,019,055
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 10, 2019
Closed on
Oct 6, 2019
Sold by
Pham Benjamin Q and Evangelista Patricia
Bought by
Cole Scott E and Cole Diana
Seller's Agent
Herman Chan
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$1,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$400,000
-17.39%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.02%
Original Mortgage
$1,330,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 21, 2014
Sold by
Arwin Scott and Arwin Rebecca
Bought by
Pham Benjamin Q and Evangelista Patricia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 2012
Sold by
Tan Margaret H
Bought by
Tan Margaret H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$866,200
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 20, 2012
Sold by
Arwin Scott and Arwin Scott R
Bought by
Arwin Scott and Arwin Rebecca
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$866,200
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2005
Sold by
Edward Davis Gray Llc
Bought by
Arwin Scott R and Arwin Rebecca
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 13, 2003
Sold by
Primecore Mortgage Trust Inc
Bought by
Edward Davis Gray Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,088,173
Interest Rate
5.46%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2003
Sold by
Big Sky Builders Llc
Bought by
Primecore Mortgage Trust Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$15,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 24, 2000
Sold by
Wang Hsiao Jan Fen
Bought by
Big Sky Builders Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,215,000
Interest Rate
8.15%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 1999
Sold by
Hsiao Jan Fen Wang and Yang Ling
Bought by
Hsiao Jan Fen Wang
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 1997
Sold by
Valsellars John
Bought by
Shelter Industries Two Llc
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
8.14%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poulton Cynthia | $1,925,000 | Orange Coast Ttl Co Of Nocal | |
| Cole Scott E | $1,900,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Pham Benjamin Q | $1,750,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Tan Margaret H | -- | None Available | |
| Arwin Scott | -- | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Arwin Scott R | $1,730,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Edward Davis Gray Llc | -- | First American Title Guarant | |
| Primecore Mortgage Trust Inc | $1,378,474 | First American Title | |
| Big Sky Builders Llc | $270,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Hsiao Jan Fen Wang | $71,000 | -- | |
| Shelter Industries Two Llc | $140,000 | Nortwestern Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Poulton Cynthia | $500,000 | |
| Closed | Poulton Michael | $500,000 | |
| Open | Poulton Cynthia | $750,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cole Scott E | $1,330,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pham Benjamin Q | $1,330,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pham Benjamin Q | $190,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Pham Benjamin Q | $1,400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Arwin Scott | $866,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Arwin Scott R | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Edward Davis Gray Llc | $1,088,173 | |
| Previous Owner | Primecore Mortgage Trust Inc | $15,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Big Sky Builders Llc | $1,215,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shelter Industries Two Llc | $90,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,925,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2021 01/29/21 | Sold | $1,925,000 | -0.8% | $353 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2021 01/04/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/13/2020 12/13/20 | For Sale | $1,940,000 | 0.0% | $356 / Sq Ft |
| 11/30/2020 11/30/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2020 10/17/20 | For Sale | $1,940,000 | +2.1% | $356 / Sq Ft |
| 10/15/2019 10/15/19 | Sold | $1,900,000 | -4.0% | $390 / Sq Ft |
| 09/09/2019 09/09/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/09/2019 08/09/19 | Price Changed | $1,980,000 | -13.9% | $406 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2019 07/10/19 | For Sale | $2,300,000 | -- | $472 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 | $27,676 | $2,042,810 | $612,843 | $1,429,967 |
| 2023 | $29,355 | $2,002,770 | $600,831 | $1,401,939 |
| 2022 | $28,810 | $1,963,500 | $589,050 | $1,374,450 |
| 2021 | $27,925 | $1,919,683 | $575,905 | $1,343,778 |
| 2020 | $27,626 | $1,900,000 | $570,000 | $1,330,000 |
| 2019 | $27,165 | $1,885,414 | $565,624 | $1,319,790 |
| 2018 | $26,596 | $1,848,454 | $554,536 | $1,293,918 |
| 2017 | $25,681 | $1,812,211 | $543,663 | $1,268,548 |
| 2016 | $25,094 | $1,776,687 | $533,006 | $1,243,681 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ann Newton Cane
-
Debbie Budd
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Debbie Budd
(510) 872-3607
1 in this area
35 Total Sales
-
Herman Chan
Seller's Agent in 2019
Herman Chan
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
(415) 787-3450
2 in this area
179 Total Sales
-
O
Buyer's Agent in 2019
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
Map
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Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40925801
APN: 048H-7601-061-00
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