NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2706 Virginia St Berkeley, CA 94709

North Berkeley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,943,219

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,150 Sq Ft
$617/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 16, 2021

Last sale price $1,700,000 $540 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,044/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Bonus Room
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of September 2021

History, privacy and the magic of the natural world in the Ellen & Herbert Jenness House. This one-of-a-kind house was owned in the past by many noteworthy artists & academics, including the photographer, Dorothea Lange. Hidden from the street & at the end of a long gravel path, surrounded by majestic Oaks, Liquidambar, and flowering plants of every kind, you are transported to a time when being a few blocks from Campus was akin to living in the countryside. Massive wood beams, built-in details in every corner & a charming country kitchen with vintage stove formerly owned by Alice Waters. A separate apartment sits below and an expansive lot that overlooks the creek beyond. The views of the Campanile and Bay are twinkling reminders of the easily accessible urban vibrancy just a stone's throw away. Numerous upgrades over the years including new foundation & roof. Close to the amenities of Gourmet Village, Codornices, the Rose Garden & Tilden.

Last Listed By

Norah Brower

Vanguard Properties License #01197240 Listed on: 08/02/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $26,628

Year Built

  • Built in 1901

Lot Details

  • 9,150 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 582207101

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$26,628

Year Built

Built in 1901

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1901
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.21
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBPACUN 01
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: La Loma, La Vereda to Virginia
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Wood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, In-Law Floorplan, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle, Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Garden
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9150
  • Parcel Number: 582207101
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2022
Sold by
Irene Zhou
Bought by
Lucas Forest Foglia Separate Property Revocab
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$1,943,219

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 2, 2021
Closed on
Aug 17, 2021
Sold by
Olsen Valorie D and The Valorie Olsen Living Trust
Bought by
Zhou Irene
Seller's Agent
Norah Brower
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
PORTIA PIRNIA
District Homes
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.03%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.75%
Original Mortgage
$900,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2011
Sold by
Olsen Valorie D
Bought by
Olsen Valorie D and Valorie Olsen Living Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1999
Sold by
Olsen Valorie and Olsen Valorie
Bought by
Olsen Valorie D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$181,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Balloon

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
Lucas Forest Foglia Separate Property Revocab -- None Listed On Document
Zhou Irene $1,700,000 Placer Title Company
Olsen Valorie D -- None Available
Olsen Valorie D -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Zhou Irene $900,000
Previous Owner Olsen Valorie D $140,464
Previous Owner Olsen Valorie D $125,000
Previous Owner Olsen Valorie D $168,000
Previous Owner Olsen Valorie D $181,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,700,000 -- --
09/16/2021 09/16/21 Sold $1,700,000 +3.0% $540 / Sq Ft
08/16/2021 08/16/21 Pending -- -- --
08/02/2021 08/02/21 For Sale $1,650,000 -- $524 / 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 $26,628 $1,768,680 $530,604 $1,238,076
2023 $26,088 $1,734,000 $520,200 $1,213,800
2022 $25,644 $1,700,000 $510,000 $1,190,000
2021 $10,021 $367,457 $309,386 $65,071
2020 $9,260 $370,619 $306,215 $64,404
2019 $8,644 $363,354 $300,212 $63,142
2018 $8,427 $356,231 $294,327 $61,904
2017 $8,110 $349,246 $288,556 $60,690
2016 $7,668 $342,398 $282,898 $59,500
2015 $7,530 $337,256 $278,649 $58,607
2014 $7,347 $330,651 $273,192 $57,459
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • N

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Norah Brower

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 590-4290

    5 in this area

    43 Total Sales

    Norah Brower
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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Daniella Brower

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 593-1031

    5 in this area

    41 Total Sales

    Daniella Brower
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  • PORTIA PIRNIA

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    PORTIA PIRNIA

    District Homes

    (510) 299-4615

    2 in this area

    21 Total Sales

    PORTIA PIRNIA
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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40961433

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2207-010-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94709 North Berkeley

2706 Virginia St, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 2706 Virginia St, Berkeley, CA 94709 since 02 August 2021 and is currently priced at $1,943,219, approximately $616 per square foot. This property was built in 1901. 2706 Virginia St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Washington Elementary School, and Cragmont Elementary School.

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