$7,450,000

2900 Buena Vista Way Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated payment $47,427/month

Total Views 2,976
6 Beds
8 Baths
7,526 Sq Ft
$990 Price per Sq Ft

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

Adrienne Tunney Krumins

The GRUBB Company License #01296734 Listed on: 06/06/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Anian Tunney

The GRUBB Company License #00812754

Map

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$73,957

Year Built

1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOGRUB
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: La Loma or Del Mar > Buena Vista Way
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1929

Interior Features

  • 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
  • Total Bedrooms: 11
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Builder Name: John H Thomas
  • Construction Type: Concrete
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30780

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2025 06/06/25 For Sale $7,450,000 -- $990 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41100592

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APN: 058-2242-067-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA 94708 and is currently priced at $7,450,000, approximately $989 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 2900 Buena Vista Way is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Cragmont Elementary School, and Washington Elementary School.

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