203 Hillcrest Rd Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,827
Sq Ft
0.28
Acres
Highlights
- Bay View
- Craftsman Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Solid Surface Countertops
About This Home
As of March 2025Commanding and elegant, this grand Craftsman in the coveted Claremont neighborhood is set on a quarter acre, and offers a blend of modern updates and architectural charm. The expansive formal living and dining rooms, with box beam ceilings and built-ins, flow into a spacious chef-inspired kitchen that levels out to a large, private oasis — complete with a gas fire pit and serene hill views — perfect for large family gatherings and lavish entertaining. Designed with a traditional floor plan, the home has been elevated to appeal to today's buyers with refined finishes, designer colors, and upgraded features that resulted in a sophisticated, polished look. This is your chance to own a rare Claremont treasure! This is home.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,613
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Hills
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Shingle
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Craftsman
- Claremont Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 64425173
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 31, 2025
Closed on
Feb 25, 2025
Sold by
Burk Family Trust and Burk David M
Bought by
Bailey Family Trust and Bailey
Seller's Agent
Rosie Nysaether
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,495,000
Views
11
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
-$97,056
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.96%
Original Mortgage
$2,796,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,793,726
Interest Rate
7.04%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$604,218
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 3, 2012
Sold by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Bought by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$722,300
Interest Rate
3.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 2011
Sold by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Bought by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$729,750
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2011
Sold by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Bought by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$729,750
Interest Rate
4.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2001
Sold by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Bought by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$746,000
Interest Rate
7.06%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 1, 2000
Sold by
Kaplan Rebekah
Bought by
Burk David M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$734,300
Interest Rate
8.26%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2000
Sold by
Janelli Edward J and Purdin Susan J
Bought by
Burk David M and Kaplan Rebekah
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$734,300
Interest Rate
8.26%
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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 | $3,495,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First California Title Compa | |
| Grant Deed | $1,049,000 | New Century Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,796,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $722,300 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $729,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $656,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $744,400 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $746,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $734,300 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $72,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2025 03/03/25 | Sold | $3,495,000 | 0.0% | $913 / Sq Ft |
| 02/11/2025 02/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/31/2025 01/31/25 | For Sale | $3,495,000 | -- | $913 / 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 | $25,613 | $1,553,365 | $453,961 | $1,106,404 |
| 2023 | $25,054 | $1,522,778 | $445,062 | $1,084,716 |
| 2022 | $24,560 | $1,492,788 | $436,337 | $1,063,451 |
| 2021 | $24,597 | $1,463,382 | $427,782 | $1,042,600 |
| 2020 | $23,173 | $1,455,313 | $423,398 | $1,031,915 |
| 2019 | $22,155 | $1,426,788 | $415,099 | $1,011,689 |
| 2018 | $21,757 | $1,398,823 | $406,963 | $991,860 |
| 2017 | $21,023 | $1,371,404 | $398,986 | $972,418 |
| 2016 | $20,289 | $1,344,521 | $391,165 | $953,356 |
| 2015 | $20,002 | $1,324,332 | $385,291 | $939,041 |
| 2014 | $19,609 | $1,298,393 | $377,745 | $920,648 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rosie Nysaether
Seller's Agent in 2025
Rosie Nysaether
Compass
(510) 599-4453
1 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
Jenny Wang
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
(510) 289-1022
7 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41084360
APN: 064-4251-007-03
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