Seller's Agent in 2021
TERESA BAUM
Compass
(510) 338-1387
144 Total Sales
2737 Claremont Blvd Berkeley, CA 94705
Estimated Value: $3,911,000 - $4,360,000
4
Beds
4
Baths
4,078
Sq Ft
$1,015/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 1-minute walk to Monkey Island Park
About This Home
As of November 2021Magnificent Tudor in Berkeley’s Claremont Court; an idyllic neighborhood overlooking charming “Monkey Island” Park. Enter through courtyard to a paneled foyer with a stunning hand carved oak staircase opens to a large living room, with fireplace, and French doors to courtyard. A formal dining room with leaded glass cabinets, a sun lit reading room, leaded glass windows and French doors to the back yard. An expansive kitchen with wet bar opens onto the backyard and colorful, private garden with detached studio. An elegant primary bedroom with en-suite bathroom and large walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms with a full bath along with laundry and den on the second level. The upper level has ample space for extra bedrooms, office/gym with half bath. Modern amenities include Tesla Powerwall, solar panels and 220volt electric vehicle charger. Located on a cul de sac, Close to UC Berkeley, Claremont Resort, College avenue shops and restaurants. Paradise Walk Score of 98.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $55,697
Year Built
- Built in 1915
Lot Details
- 5,850 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Garden
- Back Yard
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Ceiling Insulation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 3 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Utility Room
- Attic Fan
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- No Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Off-Street Parking
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Energy-Efficient Doors
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Heating System
- High-Efficiency Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by B McDougall
- Claremont Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 54170254
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 23, 2021
Closed on
Oct 22, 2021
Sold by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Bought by
Brown Timothy F and Brown Caroline F
Seller's Agent
TERESA BAUM
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Talley Scott
Compass
List Price
$3,695,000
Sold Price
$3,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
6.9%
Total Days on Market
12
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
$188,384
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.88%
Original Mortgage
$2,765,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,553,801
Interest Rate
2.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,518,611
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 2008
Sold by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Bought by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,590,000
Interest Rate
5.6%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2006
Sold by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Bought by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$350,000
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 12, 2004
Sold by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Bought by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 2004
Sold by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Bought by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 1994
Sold by
Brown Sam W and Teal Alison V
Bought by
Shames David M and Shames Terry M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brown Timothy F | $3,950,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Shames David M | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Shames David M | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Shames David M | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Shames David M | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Shames David M | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Shames David M | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Shames David M | $795,000 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Brown Timothy F | $2,765,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $1,595,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $410,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $1,590,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $21,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $1,590,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $350,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $1,300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $997,021 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $700,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $639,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Shames David M | $500,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,950,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2021 11/02/21 | Sold | $3,950,000 | +6.9% | $969 / Sq Ft |
| 10/05/2021 10/05/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/23/2021 09/23/21 | For Sale | $3,695,000 | -- | $906 / 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 | $55,697 | $4,109,580 | $1,232,874 | $2,876,706 |
| 2023 | $54,587 | $4,029,000 | $1,208,700 | $2,820,300 |
| 2022 | $54,126 | $3,950,000 | $1,185,000 | $2,765,000 |
| 2021 | $21,815 | $1,295,136 | $374,487 | $927,649 |
| 2020 | $20,602 | $1,288,786 | $370,648 | $918,138 |
| 2019 | $19,742 | $1,263,516 | $363,380 | $900,136 |
| 2018 | $19,389 | $1,238,745 | $356,256 | $882,489 |
| 2017 | $18,740 | $1,214,464 | $349,273 | $865,191 |
| 2016 | $18,102 | $1,190,655 | $342,426 | $848,229 |
| 2015 | $17,872 | $1,172,776 | $337,284 | $835,492 |
| 2014 | $18,089 | $1,149,804 | $330,677 | $819,127 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
TERESA BAUM
-
Matthew Haefey
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Matthew Haefey
Compass
(510) 541-1754
139 Total Sales
-
Talley Scott
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Talley Scott
Compass
(510) 282-4231
45 Total Sales
Map
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40967615
APN: 054-1702-054-00
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