NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2779 Hilgard Ave Berkeley, CA 94709

Estimated Value: $1,204,000 - $3,301,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,916 Sq Ft
$575/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 29, 2017

Last sale price $2,500,000 $638 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,063/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Secluded Lot
  • Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Living Room with Fireplace

About This Home

As of September 2017

On park like grounds of more than an acre, this like-new home is a completely and authentically restored Craftsman! at the top of a cul-de-sac near CAL, it is a peaceful world of it's own! There are 4 parcels providing development potential and maximum privacy. The house has a new foundation, which created a fabulous wine cellar for up to 3500 bottles, and all new systems with all new surfaces except the pocket door opening to the living room! The media/family room has surround sound. The laundry room opens to the garden for an ideal mud room as well. The master suite includes a separate study with splendid Bay views. This magical creation harks back to the time of farms in Berkeley and the founding of our great university!

Last Listed By

Bebe McRae

THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #00875159 Listed on: 09/08/2017

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,895

Year Built

  • Built in 1911

Lot Details

  • 1.15 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • Bridge

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Shingle Exterior

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den with Fireplace
  • Bonus Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Parking Lot
  • Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by Craftsman farm
  • North Berkeley Subdivision, Fully Updated Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 58221213

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,895

Year Built

Built in 1911

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.15
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: TOP OF CEDAR>LA LOMA>LA VEREDA
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Other Equipment: DSL/Modem Line, Other
  • Accessibility Features: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office, Study, Utility Room, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Pantry, Other, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot, Secluded, Other
  • Pool Features: Possible Pool Site
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: Craftsman farm
  • Construction Type: Wood Shingles, Other
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, None, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Other
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Security: Security Alarm - Leased
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • 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: 50309
  • Parcel Number: 58221213
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2017
Closed on
Sep 27, 2017
Sold by
Destabelle Michael H and Steele Jennifer L
Bought by
Zhang Haipeng
Seller's Agent
Bebe McRae
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Buyer's Agent
Haiyan Zhang
HZ Home Realty, Inc.
List Price
$2,450,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
2.04%
Total Days on Market
14
Current Estimated Value
$2,252,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$247,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 1997
Sold by
Hansen Bertha J
Bought by
Harder James A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 3, 1995
Sold by
Destabelle Michael H
Bought by
Destabelle Michael H and Steele Jennifer L

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
8.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 27, 1990
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Harder James A and Harder Bertha J

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
Zhang Haipeng $2,500,000 Chicago Title Company
Harder James A -- --
Destabelle Michael H -- Old Republic Title Company
Harder James A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Destabelle Michael H $1,200,000
Previous Owner Destabelle Michael H $714,000
Previous Owner Destabelle Michael H $501,000
Previous Owner Destabelle Michael H $590,000
Previous Owner Destabelle Michael H $500,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,500,000 -- --
09/29/2017 09/29/17 Sold $2,500,000 +2.0% $638 / Sq Ft
09/22/2017 09/22/17 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2017 09/08/17 For Sale $2,450,000 -- $626 / 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 $6,895 $466,279 $464,048 $2,231
2023 $6,750 $457,137 $454,950 $2,187
2022 $6,643 $448,175 $446,031 $2,144
2021 $6,669 $439,388 $437,286 $2,102
2020 $6,341 $434,886 $432,806 $2,080
2019 $6,114 $426,360 $424,320 $2,040
2018 $6,183 $418,000 $416,000 $2,000
2017 $2,354 $110,724 $98,118 $12,606
2016 $2,232 $108,554 $96,195 $12,359
2015 $2,372 $179,438 $94,750 $84,688
2014 $3,177 $175,923 $92,894 $83,029
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bebe McRae

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Bebe McRae

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

    (510) 928-3912

    105 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Haiyan Zhang

    HZ Home Realty, Inc.

    (510) 780-6617

    Haiyan Zhang
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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40796321

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2212-001-02

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708

2779 Hilgard Ave, Berkeley, CA

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This home is located at 2779 Hilgard Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 since 08 September 2017 and is currently estimated at $2,252,500, approximately $575 per square foot. This property was built in 1911. 2779 Hilgard Ave 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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