25 Live Oak Rd Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Hills Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
4,511
Sq Ft
9,768
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Home Theater
- Secluded Lot
- Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of March 2025Experience the pinnacle of Bay Area living in this spacious and impeccably designed home, offering breathtaking views of San Francisco, the Bay Bridge, and beyond. Located on a serene, private and secure cul-de-sac, this 4511 sf, 5-bedroom, 3.5 bath residence on a nearly .25-acre lot, blends indoor luxury with outdoor splendor. With soaring ceilings, expansive windows, and an abundance of natural light, the home exudes quiet sophistication. The thoughtful layout includes a formal living room, formal dining room, and an open-concept gourmet kitchen that flows seamlessly into the family room, ideal for entertaining both indoors and out with access to the deck. Upstairs features a huge primary suite with a private deck, two bedrooms, full bath and a laundry room. Downstairs you will find two additional bedrooms, full bath and a spacious media room/family room with access to the yard. Additional highlights include a dedicated office, the European style front courtyard with a fountain and the flat grassy backyard area creating an effortless connection to the outdoors. Top-of-the-line upgrades include new Marvin windows, Smart Home System, whole house gas generator, EV charger, electronic shades, two HVAC systems and a new 119-gallon 199,000 BTU water heater.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Village Associates Real Estate License #01156966 Listed on: 02/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,437
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 9,768 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Secluded Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Garden
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Double Pane Windows
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Theater
- Home Office
- Library
- Bonus Room
- Utility Room
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Kitchen Island
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Electricity To Lot Line
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Claremont Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 48H760331
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 5, 2025
Closed on
Mar 12, 2025
Sold by
National Residential Nominee Services In
Bought by
Akhare Suhani and Akhare Sanjay
Seller's Agent
Ann Sharf
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Andrew Meunier
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,650,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$150,000
-5.66%
Views
26
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
$24,277
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.79%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$996,086
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,518,610
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 14, 2024
Sold by
Pincas Family Trust and Pincas Oded
Bought by
National Residential Nominee Services Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 9, 2017
Sold by
Pincas Dara D and Pincas Oded
Bought by
Pincas Dara D and Pincas Oded
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 12, 2016
Sold by
Rogers Douglas E and Rogers Barbara S
Bought by
Pincas Dara D and Pincas Oded
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 2, 2001
Sold by
Rogers Douglas E and Rogers Barbara S
Bought by
Rogers Douglas E and Rogers Barbara S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.97%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 2, 2000
Sold by
Rogers Douglas E and Rogers Barbara
Bought by
Rogers Douglas E and Rogers Barbara S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 9, 1999
Sold by
Dworman Todd
Bought by
Armstrong Jeffrey L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
Construction
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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 | $2,500,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $2,500,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Grant Deed | $1,955,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $2,500 | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,221,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,583,315 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,604,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,604,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $223,774 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $1,314,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Previous Owner | $985,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $985,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $954,045 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $705,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $1,400,000 | Construction |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2025 03/27/25 | Sold | $2,500,000 | -5.7% | $554 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/05/2025 02/05/25 | For Sale | $2,650,000 | -- | $587 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $30,437 | $2,261,894 | $680,668 | $1,588,226 |
| 2023 | $32,300 | $2,224,417 | $667,325 | $1,557,092 |
| 2022 | $31,775 | $2,173,801 | $654,240 | $1,526,561 |
| 2021 | $30,959 | $2,131,045 | $641,413 | $1,496,632 |
| 2020 | $30,628 | $2,116,130 | $634,839 | $1,481,291 |
| 2019 | $29,786 | $2,074,645 | $622,393 | $1,452,252 |
| 2018 | $29,167 | $2,033,981 | $610,194 | $1,423,787 |
| 2017 | $28,164 | $1,994,100 | $598,230 | $1,395,870 |
| 2016 | $26,994 | $1,915,021 | $574,506 | $1,340,515 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ann Sharf
Village Associates Real Estate
(925) 253-2525
2 in this area
167 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Andrew Meunier
Coldwell Banker Realty
(408) 306-4841
1 in this area
136 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41084192
APN: 048H-7603-031-00
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