NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2908 Derby St Berkeley, CA 94705

Estimated Value: $2,341,000 - $2,759,957

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,549 Sq Ft
$1,023/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 22, 2018

Last sale price $2,100,000 $824 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $16,659/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Secluded Lot
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Emerson Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 4-minute walk to Monkey Island Park

About This Home

As of May 2018

Designed by William Charles Hays, this elegant + historic Claremont Ct residence is reminiscent of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Set back from the street in midst of romantic gardens & mature Oak trees, the home is accessed through a wrought iron gate as part of a classic ivy-covered brick enclosed patio. Within the stately home, classic lines, vaulted ceilings and handsome period details characterize the architecture throughout. A formal foyer leads to gracious living room, sun-filled dining room and a remodeled kit with ample storage & modern appliances. Upstairs, 3BR's are beautifully appointed & boast maximum privacy. Additional BR on main floor & the lower floor provide guest & au-pair quarters. Downstairs, a spacious family or hobby room can also be accessed by its own entrance. Outside, an elegant seating area & park-like flowering garden, professional outdoor sports court. Well maintained & meticulously preserved. Has been in the same family for 61yrs!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01158883 Listed on: 04/04/2018

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Jay Williams

Compass License #00868489

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $33,849

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Secluded Lot
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces

Kitchen

  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Claremont Court Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 54170214

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$33,849

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT COURT
  • Directions: Belrose to Derby
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Full
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room, Counter - Solid Surface
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Regular, Secluded
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • 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: 5000
  • Parcel Number: 54170214
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2018
Closed on
May 10, 2018
Sold by
Jones John T and Jones Martha H
Bought by
Stoakes Unity and Stoakes Katya Hancock
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Jay Williams
Compass
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$250,000
13.51%
Total Days on Market
16
Current Estimated Value
$2,607,489

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$507,489
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,680,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 15, 2014
Sold by
Jones John T and Jones Martha H
Bought by
John & Martha Jones Revocable Trust
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Stoakes Unity $2,100,000 Chicago Title Company
John & Martha Jones Revocable Trust -- None Available
Jones John T -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stoakes Unity $1,604,000
Closed Stoakes Unity $1,680,000
Previous Owner Jones Martha H $380,000
Previous Owner Jones Martha H $380,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,100,000 -- --
05/22/2018 05/22/18 Sold $2,100,000 +13.5% $824 / Sq Ft
04/20/2018 04/20/18 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2018 04/04/18 For Sale $1,850,000 -- $726 / 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 $33,849 $2,335,550 $702,765 $1,639,785
2023 $33,137 $2,296,622 $688,986 $1,607,636
2022 $32,788 $2,244,598 $675,479 $1,576,119
2021 $32,927 $2,200,456 $662,237 $1,545,219
2020 $31,395 $2,184,840 $655,452 $1,529,388
2019 $30,424 $2,142,000 $642,600 $1,499,400
2018 $5,790 $132,965 $66,276 $66,689
2017 $5,549 $130,358 $64,976 $65,382
2016 $5,170 $127,802 $63,702 $64,100
2015 $5,056 $125,882 $62,745 $63,137
2014 $4,924 $123,416 $61,516 $61,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40816098

bridgeMLS

APN: 054-1702-014-00