$7,325,000
SOLD JUL 28, 2025

2900 Buena Vista Way Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood
6 Beds
7.5 Baths
7,526 Sq Ft
0.71 Acres

Recently Sold

$973 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

42 Days on Market

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 2025

Prominently 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.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Adrienne Tunney Krumins

License #01296734 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Co-Listed By

Anian Tunney

License #00812754

Last Buyer's Agent

Merritt Oliver

Red Oak Realty License #01241788

Red Oak Realty

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$73,957

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Hills
  • Directions: La Loma or Del Mar > Buena Vista Way
  • Architectural Style: Other, See Remarks
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: No sign on property, no public open houses. Private showings only. Contact Adrienne Krumins: 510-928-4521 to schedule. Berkeley Landmark property with security system. Square footage and lot size not verified or guaranteed by the Listing Agent(s) or Seller(s). No video/images without agents' consent.
  • remarks22: Adrienne Tunney Krumins - Prominently 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.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 7
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen, Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Secluded, Other, Landscaped, Private
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water, Bridge(s), City, Mt Tamalpais
  • Builder Name: John H Thomas
  • Construction Type: Concrete
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Parking Lot, Private

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30780
  • Parcel Number: 582242671

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 6, 2025
Closed on
Jul 25, 2025
Sold by
Beacon Property Revocable Trust and Tuller Matthew J
Bought by
Social Vocational Services Inc
Seller's Agent
Adrienne Tunney Krumins
Buyer's Agent
Merritt Oliver
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$7,450,000
Sold Price
$7,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-1.68%
Views
168
Current Estimated Value
$7,189,891

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$135,109
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.65%

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%
Source: Public Records

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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $7,325,000 Old Republic 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 $322,700 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
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

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
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

  • Anian Tunney

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Anian Tunney

    (510) 928-7447

    3 in this area

    96 Total Sales

    Anian Tunney
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  • Merritt Oliver

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Merritt Oliver

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 507-1470

    2 in this area

    13 Total Sales

    Merritt Oliver
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41100592

bridgeMLS

APN: 058-2242-067-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA

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