2900 Buena Vista Way Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills Neighborhood
6
Beds
7.5
Baths
7,526
Sq Ft
0.71
Acres
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School Rated A
- 30,780 Sq Ft lot
- Private Lot
About This Home
As of July 2025Prominently sited on Buena Vista Way, the Hume Cloister is a Berkeley treasure, steeped in history and architectural splendor. This Gothic Revival estate, designed in 1927 by John Hudson Thomas for Samuel & Portia Bell Hume, evokes a 13th-century French monastery. Samuel, a UC Berkeley professor & curator, and Portia, a pioneering psychiatrist, envisioned a sanctuary of creativity & reflection. Set on over 2/3 of an acre, the estate offers panoramic SF Bay views w/ the Golden Gate Bridge perfectly framed off the terrace. At its heart lies a serene cloister courtyard lined w/ arched colonnades, featuring a stone wishing well. Extensively restored over the last 7yrs, it offers the comfort of modern amenities while preserving exquisite historic details. The living room w/ 25’ ceilings features a large fireplace & mezzanine library w/ office overlooking the Bay. Kitchen includes Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & custom millwork. The landscaped grounds include a koi pond, bocce court, greenhouse, garden beds, redwood grove, and a hot tub deck off primary suite. An attached guest house offers full accommodations, including a modern kitchen, laundry, BR & LR. More than a home, the Hume Cloister is a rare blend of history, design & soul, a timeless retreat ready for its next chapter.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $73,957
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 0.71 Acre Lot
- Private Lot
- Secluded Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Lot
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- Downtown
- Mount Tamalpais
- Hills
Home Design
- Tile Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Tile Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Built by John H Thomas
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 582242671
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 6, 2016
Sold by
Tuller Neil R
Bought by
Tuller Matthew J and Beacon Property Revocable Trus
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 28, 2015
Sold by
Candell Marlene A and The Marlene A Candell Revocabl
Bought by
The Candell Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2003
Sold by
Candell Marlene A
Bought by
Candell Marlene A and The Marlene A Candell Revocabl
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
5.96%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $4,500,000 | Old Republic Title Co Montcl | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $298,435 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $322,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Sold | $7,325,000 | -1.7% | $973 / Sq Ft |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/06/2025 06/06/25 | For Sale | $7,450,000 | -- | $990 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $73,957 | $5,222,520 | $2,089,008 | $3,133,512 |
| 2024 | $73,957 | $5,120,145 | $2,048,058 | $3,072,087 |
| 2023 | $72,451 | $5,019,750 | $2,007,900 | $3,011,850 |
| 2022 | $71,476 | $4,921,335 | $1,968,534 | $2,952,801 |
| 2021 | $71,775 | $4,824,855 | $1,929,942 | $2,894,913 |
| 2020 | $68,308 | $4,775,400 | $1,910,160 | $2,865,240 |
| 2019 | $66,048 | $4,681,800 | $1,872,720 | $2,809,080 |
| 2018 | $65,021 | $4,590,000 | $1,836,000 | $2,754,000 |
| 2017 | $62,952 | $4,500,000 | $1,800,000 | $2,700,000 |
| 2016 | $23,258 | $1,297,309 | $164,923 | $1,132,386 |
| 2015 | $22,886 | $1,277,824 | $162,446 | $1,115,378 |
| 2014 | $22,367 | $1,252,794 | $159,264 | $1,093,530 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Adrienne Tunney Krumins
(510) 928-4521
2 in this area
71 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Anian Tunney
(510) 928-7447
3 in this area
98 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Merritt Oliver
Red Oak Realty
(510) 507-1470
2 in this area
13 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41100592
APN: 058-2242-067-01
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