Seller's Agent in 2020
Stella Tsakonas
Compass
(925) 878-6603
117 Total Sales
185 Hill Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,333,000 - $1,768,000
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,476
Sq Ft
$1,028/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Ocean View
- Solar Power System
- Wood Flooring
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of December 2020A mid-century modern dream with sweeping views to San Francisco and beyond! This home features clean and crisp lines with a desirable open floor plan, functional spaces and floor to ceiling windows. The main level features spacious living and dining rooms with gorgeous wood beam ceilings, a wraparound deck with breathtaking views and an eat-in kitchen. Also on this level are two generous sized bedrooms and two bathrooms. Downstairs is a bonus room, office, bathroom, laundry area and workshop with a separate entrance. Additionally, the home is equipped with solar panels to keep things running seamlessly and efficiently. Ideal location nearby to Tilden Regional Park with incredible hiking trails, swimming at Lake Anza, Tilden Golf Course and so much more. This is one you won't want to miss!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 10,486 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Ocean
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- Downtown
- Hills
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
- Metal Construction or Metal Frame
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
- Solar Water Heater
- Leased Solar Hot Water System
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Tilden Park Area Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 602493691
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 21, 2020
Closed on
Oct 23, 2020
Sold by
Thornton Jeffrey William and Thornton Catherine Seiwert
Bought by
Chien Liangyu
Seller's Agent
Stella Tsakonas
Compass
Buyer's Agent
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
List Price
$1,510,000
Sold Price
$1,510,000
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
$7,068
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.09%
Original Mortgage
$1,132,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,005,462
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$511,606
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 2019
Sold by
Thornton Jeffrey William and Thornton Catherine Seiwert
Bought by
Thorton Jeffrey William and Thornton Catherine Seiwert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 2018
Sold by
Neilands Torsten B
Bought by
Selwert Thornton Jeffrey William and Selwert Thornton Catherine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2018
Sold by
Neilands Torsten B B and Neilands John B
Bought by
Neilands Torsten B
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chien Liangyu | $1,510,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Thorton Jeffrey William | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Selwert Thornton Jeffrey William | $1,350,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Neilands Torsten B | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Chien Liangyu | $1,132,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Thorton Jeffrey William | $1,080,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Selwert Thornton Jeffrey William | $1,080,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,510,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2020 12/03/20 | Sold | $1,510,000 | 0.0% | $1,023 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2020 10/03/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/21/2020 09/21/20 | For Sale | $1,510,000 | -- | $1,023 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,069 | $1,627,453 | $490,336 | $1,144,117 |
| 2024 | $24,069 | $1,595,411 | $480,723 | $1,121,688 |
| 2023 | $23,525 | $1,571,003 | $471,301 | $1,099,702 |
| 2022 | $23,297 | $1,533,200 | $462,060 | $1,078,140 |
| 2021 | $24,111 | $1,503,000 | $453,000 | $1,057,000 |
| 2020 | $20,883 | $1,377,000 | $413,100 | $963,900 |
| 2019 | $20,257 | $1,350,000 | $405,000 | $945,000 |
| 2018 | $4,166 | $112,266 | $49,345 | $62,921 |
| 2017 | $3,978 | $110,065 | $48,378 | $61,687 |
| 2016 | $3,716 | $107,906 | $47,429 | $60,477 |
| 2015 | $3,635 | $106,286 | $46,717 | $59,569 |
| 2014 | $3,327 | $104,204 | $45,802 | $58,402 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Stella Tsakonas
-
Stephanie Mull
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Stephanie Mull
Compass
(925) 878-1896
79 Total Sales
-
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
Buyer's Agent in 2020
KATHERINE POLVOROSA
(415) 310-6166
3 in this area
112 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40921795
APN: 060-2493-069-01
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