1736 Highland Place Berkeley, CA 94709
North Berkeley Neighborhood
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,278
Sq Ft
3,400
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Garden
About This Home
As of August 2024Rare Opportunity to Own a slice of Maybeck's legacy, one of Bernard Maybeck's earliest but simple designs, a brown shingle cottage built for Louise Keeler, artist, and wife of Charles Keeler. Originally the detached art studio for the iconic Keeler House 1895 was designed and built approximately 7 years later, circa 1902. There was no kitchen in the original construction as it was an art studio*, however, take a peek underneath the stairs where plumbing was in place for a sink used by the artist. This historic treasure is a rustic 1-plus bedroom home, exuding timeless charm with its original redwood interiors, exposed redwood rafters and beams, and oak floors. The living room features a stunning brick fireplace and hearth, meticulously rebuilt and retrofitted in 1989-1990, preserving the home's authentic character while ensuring more modern stability. The tandem bedroom, added circa 1950 along with the kitchen, has served as a second bedroom for the current owner. Outside, the flourishing front garden is a verdant sanctuary featuring ferns surrounding a tranquil fish pond, olive trees and mature plants on terraced levels. Public bus lines and Bart close by. This is a landmarked historical house.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,514
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 3,400 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Rustic Architecture
- Shake Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Carport
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Floor Furnace
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- N. Campus Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5822044
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 7, 2024
Closed on
Aug 26, 2024
Sold by
Cottrell Anne G
Bought by
Woolsey Henry L and Woolsey Annie B
Seller's Agent
Anne Politeo
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
William Witort
Compass
List Price
$825,000
Sold Price
$1,125,000
Premium/Discount to List
$300,000
36.36%
Total Days on Market
8
Views
70
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
-$23,857
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.64%
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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 | $1,125,000 | Placer Title |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,125,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/29/2024 08/29/24 | Sold | $1,125,000 | +36.4% | $880 / Sq Ft |
| 08/15/2024 08/15/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/07/2024 08/07/24 | For Sale | $825,000 | -- | $646 / 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 | $8,514 | $452,178 | $153,123 | $306,055 |
| 2023 | $8,270 | $450,174 | $150,120 | $300,054 |
| 2022 | $8,043 | $434,348 | $147,177 | $294,171 |
| 2021 | $8,047 | $425,695 | $144,292 | $288,403 |
| 2020 | $7,612 | $428,259 | $142,812 | $285,447 |
| 2019 | $7,296 | $419,862 | $140,012 | $279,850 |
| 2018 | $7,151 | $411,632 | $137,268 | $274,364 |
| 2017 | $6,882 | $403,561 | $134,576 | $268,985 |
| 2016 | $6,631 | $395,650 | $131,938 | $263,712 |
| 2015 | $6,531 | $389,707 | $129,956 | $259,751 |
| 2014 | $6,465 | $382,074 | $127,411 | $254,663 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anne Politeo
Seller's Agent in 2024
Anne Politeo
Red Oak Realty
(510) 872-9294
2 in this area
28 Total Sales
-
Tim Cannon
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Tim Cannon
Red Oak Realty
(510) 381-1618
2 in this area
29 Total Sales
-
William Witort
Buyer's Agent in 2024
William Witort
Compass
(510) 557-4537
2 in this area
43 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41069001
APN: 058-2204-004-00
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