2945 Magnolia St Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Neighborhood
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,086
Sq Ft
3,240
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Craftsman Architecture
- Recreation Room
- Solid Surface Countertops
- John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of February 2022This distinguished brown shingled Craftsman home sits prominently in the middle of the block. The 1914 home has been lovingly maintained & retains all it’s original period details. A built-in bench in the foyer, original woodwork & wainscoting, living room with boxed beamed ceilings, pocket doors, hardwood floors & a complete wall of built-in shelves. The main floor features a generous sized LR w/a brick fireplace flanked by original leaded glass windows. An adjoining formal dining room w/boxed ceilings & built-ins. The kitchen w/a casual eat in area and a door leading out to the yard with a newly designed patio area. Beyond the kitchen is a full bath and laundry room. Up the stairs, 4 bedrooms & a fully updated bath. One BR features a sunroom office. A newly finished attic & garage. Situated in the prized Elmwood neighborhood just a short block from College Ave shops & restaurants. Highways 13 & 24 are minutes away, and both Ashby and Rockridge BART stations are close by.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #01241501 Listed on: 01/19/2022
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $31,773
Year Built
- Built in 1914
Lot Details
- 3,240 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Elmwood Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 521565129
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2022
Closed on
Feb 18, 2022
Sold by
Matthew Pope
Bought by
Chasey Steven P and Wolfman-Robichaud Sarah L
Seller's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Julia Temple
Compass
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$2,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$680,000
42.63%
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
-$162,954
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.14%
Original Mortgage
$1,933,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,809,234
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$302,812
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 19, 2022
Closed on
Feb 12, 2022
Sold by
2945 Magnolia Street Llc
Bought by
Pope Matthew and Luna Libby
Seller's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Julia Temple
Compass
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$2,275,000
Premium/Discount to List
$680,000
42.63%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,933,750
Outstanding Balance
$1,809,234
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$302,812
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 19, 2021
Sold by
Pope Matthew and Luna Libby
Bought by
2945 Magnolia Street Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 28, 2016
Sold by
Krusiec Michelle
Bought by
Pope Matthew Edwin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 19, 2004
Sold by
Pope Libby Therese and Pope Libbey Therese
Bought by
Pope Libby Therese and Pope Matthew Edwin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$337,000
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 13, 2002
Sold by
Pope Libbey Therese and Pope Matthew Edwin
Bought by
Pope Libbey Therese and Pope Matthew Edwin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$337,000
Interest Rate
6.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 31, 2002
Sold by
Pope Matthew Edwin and Estate Of Vickie Lee Steinheim
Bought by
Pope Libbey Therese and Pope Matthew Edwin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$19,441
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 1999
Sold by
Steinheimer Vickie
Bought by
Steinheimer Vickie
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,600
Interest Rate
6.63%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,275,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Caldwell Law | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | North American Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Financial Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $127,666 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Open | $1,933,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $417,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $449,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $337,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $337,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $19,441 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $194,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | Price Changed | $2,275,000 | +8.6% | $737 / Sq Ft |
| 05/28/2025 05/28/25 | For Sale | $2,095,000 | -7.9% | $679 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,275,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/23/2022 02/23/22 | Sold | $2,275,000 | +42.6% | $737 / Sq Ft |
| 02/02/2022 02/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/19/2022 01/19/22 | For Sale | $1,595,000 | -- | $517 / 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 | $31,773 | $2,241,000 | $674,400 | $1,573,600 |
| 2023 | $29,815 | $2,093,000 | $627,900 | $1,465,100 |
| 2022 | $5,840 | $113,670 | $82,018 | $31,652 |
| 2021 | $5,797 | $111,441 | $80,410 | $31,031 |
| 2020 | $5,204 | $110,299 | $79,586 | $30,713 |
| 2019 | $4,696 | $108,137 | $78,026 | $30,111 |
| 2018 | $4,544 | $106,017 | $76,496 | $29,521 |
| 2017 | $4,366 | $103,938 | $74,996 | $28,942 |
| 2016 | $4,023 | $101,900 | $73,526 | $28,374 |
| 2015 | $3,939 | $100,369 | $72,421 | $27,948 |
| 2014 | $3,835 | $98,404 | $71,003 | $27,401 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Julia Temple
Compass
-
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Seller's Agent in 2022
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40978423
APN: 052-1565-129-00
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