NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2830 Cherry St Berkeley, CA 94705

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,870,071

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,323 Sq Ft
$1,414/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 17, 2021

Last sale price $1,910,000 $1,444 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $12,799/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 1 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of September 2021

Perfectly located Elmwood Craftsman Home – generous proportions, large windows, sweet views, and all the pleasures of College Ave just a block away. Well-maintained, solid, and substantial, this is the “forever” home you’ve been waiting for. Functional and flexible floor plan offers plenty of options for future updates. Three bedrooms with good separation, Good-sized hall bath. New stainless stove, d/w and microwave. Over 1,300 square feet plus bonus space on the lower level, and a detached garage. Established landscaping & trees including Plum & Japanese Maple.

Last Listed By

Joann Sullivan

THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #01453021 Listed on: 08/27/2021

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $29,169

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 4,560 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Utility Room
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Elmwood Subdivision, Craftsman Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 53169612

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$29,169

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1930
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.11
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBGRUB 03
  • Subdivision Name: ELMWOOD
  • Directions: College to Russell/Stuart, Cherry
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Utility Room, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Self-Cleaning Oven

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Regular, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Other
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Yard Space
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, 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: 4560
  • Parcel Number: 53169612
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 27, 2021
Closed on
Sep 15, 2021
Sold by
Watson Dennis J
Bought by
Bernstein Annika B
Seller's Agent
Joann Sullivan
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$1,165,000
Sold Price
$1,910,000
Premium/Discount to List
$745,000
63.95%
Total Days on Market
11
Current Estimated Value
$1,870,071

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$39,929
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.57%
Original Mortgage
$322,383
Outstanding Balance
$296,290
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Estimated Equity
$1,573,781

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 14, 2001
Sold by
Watson Carol K
Bought by
Watson Dennis 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
Bernstein Annika B $1,910,000 Old Republic Title Company
Watson Dennis J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Watson Dennis J $322,383
Previous Owner Watson Dennis J $118,000
Previous Owner Watson Dennis J $193,600
Previous Owner Watson Dennis J $100,000
Previous Owner Watson Dennis J $225,610
Previous Owner Watson Dennis J $225,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,910,000 -- --
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Sold $1,910,000 +63.9% $1,444 / Sq Ft
09/07/2021 09/07/21 Pending -- -- --
08/27/2021 08/27/21 For Sale $1,165,000 -- $881 / 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 $29,169 $2,018,961 $596,149 $1,422,812
2023 $26,211 $1,948,200 $584,460 $1,363,740
2022 $25,849 $1,910,000 $573,000 $1,337,000
2021 $10,074 $600,617 $182,370 $425,247
2020 $9,509 $601,389 $180,501 $420,888
2019 $9,108 $589,599 $176,962 $412,637
2018 $8,948 $578,041 $173,493 $404,548
2017 $8,623 $566,708 $170,091 $396,617
2016 $8,327 $555,597 $166,757 $388,840
2015 $8,213 $547,253 $164,252 $383,001
2014 $8,149 $536,535 $161,035 $375,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Joann Sullivan

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Joann Sullivan
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  • D

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Denise Keller

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

  • O

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    OUT OF AREA OUT

    OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40964939

bridgeMLS

APN: 053-1696-012-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Elmwood

2830 Cherry St, Berkeley, CA

Homes for Sale in Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2830 Cherry St, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 27 August 2021 and is currently priced at $1,870,071, approximately $1,413 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 2830 Cherry St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Emerson Elementary School, John Muir Elementary School, and Malcolm X Elementary School.

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