NOT LISTED FOR SALE

18 The Uplands Berkeley, CA 94705

Claremont Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,926,000 - $3,201,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,042 Sq Ft
$999/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 29, 2023

Last sale price $2,700,000 $888 Per Sq Ft

Est. 13% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,178/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of August 2023

Perched on a terraced hillside near Claremont Ave, this home offers convenience and tranquility. Impeccable craftsmanship, warm hardwood floors, and new fixtures create a sophisticated ambiance. Formal living room features a marble fireplace, while a nearby sunroom and cozy family room provide relaxation. Formal dining room with striking brass chandeliers + fireplace. Well-appointed kitchen with dark cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a gas Viking range. French doors open to a multi-level back deck, perfect for enjoying sunny days. Upstairs three bedrooms, including a primary suite, a finished attic, and laundry await. The unfinished basement offers endless potential for in-law or expansion. Prime Elmwood location near UC Berkeley, Star Market, College Ave + more.

Last Listed By

Jenny Wang

Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #01241501 Listed on: 07/12/2023

Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $39,031

Year Built

  • Built in 1908

Lot Details

  • 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Terraced Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Prewired Security
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6442474

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$39,031

Year Built

Built in 1908

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1908
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: Claremont Ave to The Uplands
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Partial Fence, Partial
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up, Landscape Front
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Terraced Up
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7200
  • Parcel Number: 6442474
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 12, 2023
Closed on
Aug 18, 2023
Sold by
Hunsaker Spiggle Revocable Trust
Bought by
Speicher Joseph Killian and Rubinstein Brynn Suzanne
Seller's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Justin Palmer
Avenue 8 Inc.
List Price
$2,495,000
Sold Price
$2,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
8.22%
Total Days on Market
14
Views
9
Current Estimated Value
$3,038,357

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$338,357
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.18%
Original Mortgage
$2,025,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,993,989
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$856,208

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 9, 2021
Sold by
Hunsaker John C and Spiggle David L
Bought by
Hunsaker John C and Spiggle David L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,618,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2018
Sold by
Hunsaker John C and Spiggle David L
Bought by
Hunsaker John C and Spiggle David L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 2, 2017
Sold by
Spiggle David L
Bought by
Hunsaker John Claiborne and Spiggle David L

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 2015
Sold by
Honigsberg Peter J and Zernicke Mary L
Bought by
Spiggle David L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,207,450
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 4, 2002
Sold by
The Trustee Of The Honigsberg Family Tr
Bought by
Honigsberg Peter J and Zernicke Mary L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
5.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 1996
Sold by
Honigsberg Peter J and Zernicke Mary L
Bought by
The Honigsberg Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 1994
Sold by
Lowry Thomas J and Lowry Gail W
Bought by
Lowry Thomas J and Lowry Gail W

Range of Values:

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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
Speicher Joseph Killian $2,700,000 Chicago Title
Hunsaker John C -- None Available
Hunsaker John C -- Amrock Inc
Hunsaker John C -- None Available
Hunsaker John Claiborne -- None Available
Spiggle David L $1,597,000 Fidelity National Title Co
The Honigsberg Family Trust -- --
Lowry Thomas J -- Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Speicher Joseph Killian $2,025,000
Previous Owner Hunsaker John C $1,618,000
Previous Owner Spiggle Hunsaker $1,500,000
Previous Owner Hunsaker John Claiborne $150,000
Previous Owner Spiggle David L $79,700
Previous Owner Spiggle David L $1,207,450
Previous Owner Honigsberg Pete J $500,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $329,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $356,964
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $369,800
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $381,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $405,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $100,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $569,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $576,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $600,000
Previous Owner Honigsberg Peter J $103,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,700,000 -- --
08/29/2023 08/29/23 Sold $2,700,000 +8.2% $888 / Sq Ft
07/26/2023 07/26/23 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2023 07/12/23 For Sale $2,495,000 -- $820 / 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 $39,031 $2,700,000 $810,000 $1,890,000
2023 $28,448 $1,844,774 $553,432 $1,291,342
2022 $27,894 $1,801,601 $542,580 $1,266,021
2021 $27,967 $1,766,148 $531,944 $1,241,204
2020 $26,507 $1,754,974 $526,492 $1,228,482
2019 $25,508 $1,720,575 $516,172 $1,204,403
2018 $25,090 $1,686,847 $506,054 $1,180,793
2017 $24,256 $1,653,773 $496,132 $1,157,641
2016 $23,507 $1,621,353 $486,406 $1,134,947
2015 $11,166 $612,311 $183,693 $428,618
2014 $10,959 $600,320 $180,096 $420,224
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41032875

bridgeMLS

APN: 064-4247-004-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Claremont

18 The Uplands, Berkeley, CA

Homes for Sale in Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 18 The Uplands, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 12 July 2023 and is currently estimated at $3,038,357, approximately $998 per square foot. This property was built in 1908. 18 The Uplands is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including John Muir Elementary School, Emerson Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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