NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1701 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94709

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,573,000 - $2,956,692

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
3,729 Sq Ft
$751/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 14, 2023

Last sale price $2,850,000 $764 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $19,150/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2023

Majestic Mediterranean Masterpiece in Berkeley’s coveted Northside neighborhood. History unfolds in the entryway with the two-story staircase, archways + hardwood floors, all meticulously maintained to honor their origins. Living room, anchored by the tiled fireplace, exudes charm with exposed beams & large picture windows. Adjacent sunroom with tile floors, cove ceiling and abundance of natural light represents a perfect location for reading + reflection. Nourish family & friends in the amazing chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, Wolf range, Subzero refrigerator + large island. Main level also features spacious breakfast nook, formal dining room, bedroom/office + powder bath. Upstairs primary suite sanctuary with private balcony + San Francisco/Bay views, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower, Jacuzzi tub, dual sinks + walk-in closet. Down the hall are two additional bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, laundry room + library. Private backyard with large deck overlooking majestic California oaks, multitude of roses + raised garden beds. The 1BR/1BA ADU with separate entrance ideal for rental, au pair or guest suite. Additional features include: basement for storage, workshop + wine cellar; and detached garage. Proximity to UC Berkeley, N Shattuck restaurants, BART & Tilden Park

Last Listed By

Joshua Dickinson

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01918183 Listed on: 05/03/2023

Kw Advisors East Bay

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $42,108

Year Built

  • Built in 1932

Lot Details

  • 8,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Terraced Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Mount Tamalpais

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Built-In Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58218239

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$42,108

Year Built

Built in 1932

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1932
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Subdivision Name: NORTHSIDE
  • Directions: Cedar or Hearst to Spruce
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Library, Office, Storage, Utility Room, Workshop, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Wet Bar

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Mt Tamalpais
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Terraced Up, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8000
  • Parcel Number: 58218239
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2023
Sold by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah and Bussiere Dirksen Eli
Bought by
Fiance Jeremy
Total Days on Market
41
Current Estimated Value
$2,799,673

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,280,000
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2020
Sold by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah and Shamoon Blanche Marie
Bought by
Bussiere Dirksen Eli

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2018
Sold by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah
Bought by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah and Blanche Marie Farah Shamoon Re

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2014
Sold by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah and Shamoon Blance
Bought by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2013
Sold by
Nee Roy
Bought by
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 1999
Sold by
Chen Shuenlong and Chen Leetao
Bought by
Nee Roy and Shamoon Blance

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$477,500
Interest Rate
6.79%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Fiance Jeremy $2,850,000 Lennar Title
Shaoon Blanche Marie -- Lennar Title
Bussiere Dirksen Eli -- None Available
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah -- None Available
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah -- Old Republic Title Company
Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah -- None Available
Nee Roy $682,500 Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Fiance Jeremy $2,280,000
Previous Owner Shamoon Blanche Marie Farah $55,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $199,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $463,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $467,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $470,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $250,000
Previous Owner Nee Roy $477,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,850,000 -- --
07/14/2023 07/14/23 Sold $2,850,000 +42.9% $764 / Sq Ft
06/13/2023 06/13/23 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2023 06/11/23 Price Changed $1,995,000 -29.1% $535 / Sq Ft
06/01/2023 06/01/23 Price Changed $2,815,000 -6.1% $755 / Sq Ft
05/18/2023 05/18/23 Price Changed $2,998,000 -9.0% $804 / Sq Ft
05/03/2023 05/03/23 For Sale $3,295,000 -- $884 / 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 $42,108 $2,850,000 $855,000 $1,995,000
2023 $21,111 $1,129,956 $330,999 $798,957
2022 $20,638 $1,100,803 $324,510 $783,293
2021 $19,753 $1,079,085 $318,148 $767,937
2020 $18,397 $1,005,202 $293,562 $711,640
2019 $17,362 $985,497 $287,807 $697,690
2018 $16,852 $953,249 $282,165 $671,084
2017 $16,273 $934,561 $276,633 $657,928
2016 $15,555 $916,240 $271,210 $645,030
2015 $15,316 $902,479 $267,137 $635,342
2014 $15,230 $896,801 $261,904 $634,897
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joshua Dickinson

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Joshua Dickinson

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 323-3669

    3 in this area

    77 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41026071

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2182-039-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94709 North Berkeley

1701 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 1701 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94709 since 03 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $2,799,673, approximately $750 per square foot. This property was built in 1932. 1701 Spruce St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Washington Elementary School, and Cragmont Elementary School.

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