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Seller's Agent in 2021
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
4 in this area
447 Total Sales
2729 Elmwood Ave Berkeley, CA 94705
Elmwood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $4,523,000 - $6,603,364
6
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,342
Sq Ft
$1,036/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Media Room
- Solar Power Battery
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2021Recently featured in Architectural Digest (September 2021) as a sophisticated example of modern sustainability, 2729 Elmwood is an architectural masterpiece in the heart of the coveted Elmwood. Originally known as the Cairns House, and designed by renowned architect Walter J. Ratliff, the 5432 square foot, 6BD/5.5BA Beaux Arts and Crafts home is the essence of 1920s elegance blended with modern convenience. The personal residence of distinguished NYC architects, the home has undergone an MN Builders +/- $1.5M modern renovation that thoughtfully honors Ratcliff’s original work, retaining the arts and crafts detailing that blends sumptuously with stylish modern updates including a sleek chef’s kitchen with breakfast room and butler's pantry, opulent modern baths, smart technologies, and a robust state-of-the-art solar and Tesla Powerwall battery system.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01313613 Listed on: 09/16/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 7,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back Yard Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Sound System
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Media Room
- Home Office
- Library
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Low Flow Toliet
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Home Security
- Security System Owned
- Smart Home
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Solar Power Battery
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Thermostat
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- Elmwood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 52156744
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2021
Closed on
Sep 28, 2021
Sold by
Chakrabarti Vishaan and Alataris Maria
Bought by
Hoverman Michael and Hsia Kiung Vanessa
Seller's Agent
David Gunderman
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Claudia Mills
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$4,795,000
Sold Price
$5,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
4.28%
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
$535,341
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.33%
Original Mortgage
$3,250,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,963,697
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,571,644
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 24, 2019
Sold by
K & N Estate Llc
Bought by
Chakrabarti Vishaan and Alataris Maria
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,980,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2018
Sold by
Lakireddy Susilpa and Susilpa Lakireddy Trust
Bought by
K & N Estate Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2012
Sold by
Lakireddy Vijay Kumar and Lakireddy Susilpa
Bought by
Lakireddy Susilpa and Susilpa Lakireddy Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 2003
Sold by
Lakireddy Vijay Kumar and Lakireddy Susilpa
Bought by
Lakireddy Vijay Kumar and Lakireddy Susilpa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2002
Sold by
Lakireddy Prasad Reddy and Lakireddy Santi
Bought by
Lakireddy Vijay Kumar and Lakireddy Susilpa
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 1997
Sold by
Wilson Robert C 1997 Trust & Maureen O and Maureen
Bought by
Duffey Bonnie Sue
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
7.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 1, 1997
Sold by
Duffey Bonnie Sue
Bought by
Lakireddy Prasad Reddy and Lakireddy Santi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$650,000
Interest Rate
7.49%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 1997
Sold by
Wilson Robert C
Bought by
Wilson Robert C and Osullivan Maureen
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoverman Michael | -- | Placer Title | |
| Chakrabarti Vishaan | $3,300,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| K & N Estate Llc | -- | Accommodation | |
| Lakireddy Susilpa | -- | None Available | |
| Lakireddy Vijay Kumar | -- | -- | |
| Lakireddy Vijay Kumar | -- | -- | |
| Duffey Bonnie Sue | $830,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Lakireddy Prasad Reddy | $830,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Wilson Robert C | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Hoverman Michael | $3,250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Chakrabarti Vishaan | $1,980,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lakireddy Prasad Reddy | $650,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $5,000,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/27/2021 10/27/21 | Sold | $5,000,000 | +4.3% | $936 / Sq Ft |
| 09/25/2021 09/25/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2021 09/16/21 | For Sale | $4,795,000 | -- | $898 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
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 | $71,897 | $5,299,000 | $1,591,800 | $3,714,200 |
| 2024 | $71,897 | $5,195,000 | $1,560,600 | $3,641,400 |
| 2023 | $70,514 | $5,100,000 | $1,530,000 | $3,570,000 |
| 2022 | $69,470 | $4,993,000 | $1,500,000 | $3,500,000 |
| 2021 | $50,278 | $3,334,188 | $1,010,360 | $2,323,828 |
| 2020 | $47,672 | $3,300,000 | $1,000,000 | $2,300,000 |
| 2019 | $23,233 | $1,372,961 | $408,435 | $964,526 |
| 2018 | $22,784 | $1,346,047 | $400,429 | $945,618 |
| 2017 | $22,031 | $1,319,661 | $392,579 | $927,082 |
| 2016 | $21,121 | $1,293,794 | $384,884 | $908,910 |
| 2015 | $20,808 | $1,274,367 | $379,105 | $895,262 |
| 2014 | $20,531 | $1,249,410 | $371,681 | $877,729 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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David Gunderman
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Andrew Raskopf
A
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Andrew Raskopf
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 775-1079
3 in this area
150 Total Sales
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Claudia Mills
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Claudia Mills
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 350-6419
1 in this area
106 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40967311
APN: 052-1567-044-00
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