2901 Otis St Berkeley, CA 94703
South Berkeley NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,656,000 - $3,072,945
5
Beds
4
Baths
3,475
Sq Ft
$840/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- 5-minute walk to Ashby Station
- Updated Kitchen
- Malcolm X Elementary School Rated A
- Bridge View
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of December 2021Stunning from every angle, this like-new modern farmhouse is thoughtfully designed from top-to-bottom and features incredible indoor/outdoor connections and tech savvy Tesla conveniences making it both eco conscious and stylish. Located on what feels almost like a cul-de-sac, sitting elegantly on a corner, this home features 5 bedrooms and 4 baths with every nuance considered with sophisticated attention to detail. While it was originally constructed in 1902, the home was fully re-invented in 2019 and now flaunts a modern farmhouse facade, practical floor plan and lots of California Napa style. The home features: Open plan living, dining and kitchen, chef's kitchen with Thermador appliances and marble counters, 2 primary suites(1 with a GG bridge view) ground level family room, laundry room and wine room. Garage with auto remote. Fully fenced garden with wrap-around lawn and garden. In a wonderful connected location with BART, shopping, parks, restaurants all close by.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01881682 Listed on: 11/17/2021
Last Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER License #88888888
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $43,989
Year Built
- Built in 1902
Lot Details
- 5,015 Sq Ft Lot
- Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Parking Lot
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Concrete Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Closed Circuit Camera
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Central Berkeley Subdivision, Farmhouse Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5315981
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 17, 2021
Closed on
Dec 8, 2021
Sold by
Hoverman Michael P and Hsia Kiung Vanessa
Bought by
Owlbear Llc
Seller's Agent
Claudia Mills
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$2,249,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$751,000
33.39%
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$82,399
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.78%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2019
Sold by
Lippman Wayne B
Bought by
Hoverman Michael P and Hsia Kiung Vanessa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,020,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2017
Sold by
Amador Avenue Properties Llc
Bought by
Lippman Wayne B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$636,100
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 4, 2015
Sold by
Hernandez Lilia and Hernandez Carlos
Bought by
Amador Properties Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2015
Sold by
Hernandez Lilia
Bought by
Hernandez Carlos
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 15, 2015
Sold by
Hernandez Carlos
Bought by
Hernandez Lilia and Hernandez Carlos
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 2, 2013
Sold by
Hernandez Lilia
Bought by
Hernandez Carlus
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 2005
Sold by
Geleynse Eric and Jin Xin
Bought by
Hernandez Lilia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 2005
Sold by
Jin Michele
Bought by
Jin Xin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 2005
Sold by
Hernandez Carlos
Bought by
Hernandez Lilia
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2003
Sold by
Wilson Timothy and Wilson Thelma Louis
Bought by
Jin Xin and Tran Danny
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2003
Sold by
Heirs Of Estate Of Thelma L Wilson
Bought by
Jin Xin and Tran Danny
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Owlbear Llc | $3,000,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Hoverman Michael P | $2,525,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Lippman Wayne B | -- | North American Title Co Inc | |
| Amador Properties Llc | $685,100 | None Available | |
| Hernandez Carlos | -- | None Available | |
| Hernandez Lilia | -- | None Available | |
| Hernandez Carlus | -- | None Available | |
| Hernandez Lilia | $525,000 | First American Title Co | |
| Jin Xin | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Tran Danny | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Geleynse Eric | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Hernandez Lilia | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Jin Xin | -- | -- | |
| Jin Xin | -- | -- | |
| Jin Xin | $217,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | Hoverman Michael P | $2,020,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lippman Wayne B | $636,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Hernandez Lilia | $400,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,000,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/13/2021 12/13/21 | Sold | $3,000,000 | +33.4% | $863 / Sq Ft |
| 12/02/2021 12/02/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2021 11/17/21 | For Sale | $2,249,000 | -- | $647 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $43,989 | $3,121,200 | $936,360 | $2,184,840 |
| 2023 | $43,081 | $3,060,000 | $918,000 | $2,142,000 |
| 2022 | $42,378 | $3,000,000 | $900,000 | $2,100,000 |
| 2021 | $37,607 | $2,544,158 | $765,347 | $1,785,811 |
| 2020 | $35,812 | $2,525,000 | $757,500 | $1,767,500 |
| 2019 | $16,922 | $896,028 | $328,972 | $567,056 |
| 2018 | $10,964 | $712,778 | $322,524 | $390,254 |
| 2017 | $10,577 | $698,802 | $316,200 | $382,602 |
| 2016 | $10,267 | $685,100 | $310,000 | $375,100 |
| 2015 | $9,097 | $596,940 | $179,082 | $417,858 |
| 2014 | $8,971 | $585,248 | $175,574 | $409,674 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Claudia Mills
Seller's Agent in 2021
Claudia Mills
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 350-6419
3 in this area
102 Total Sales
-
O
Buyer's Agent in 2021
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40974497
APN: 053-1598-001-00
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