Eileen Townsend
Compass
(628) 250-3928
72 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood
$1,400,000 Price
2948 Florence St Berkeley, CA 94705
Elmwood NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,161,000 - $1,591,000
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,381
Sq Ft
$989/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Mediterranean Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Bateman Park
About This Home
As of April 2024In the heart of the coveted Elmwood neighborhood, this spacious split-level 2BR home has great curb appeal, with a low-maintenance front yard layered with gorgeous succulents. The colorful home welcomes you into a gracious entry that opens to the spacious living room flooded with light. Surrounded by windows to the surrounding greenery, this cozy room features a central fireplace. The cheerful and spacious kitchen has been recently remodeled and features an adjacent breakfast nook surrounded by windows, creating a perfect spot to start your day. Two spacious bedrooms face the rear of the property along with a beautifully updated bath. With a laundry room in the basement and a 1-car garage for workshop, workout or storage, this house offers everything! Hardwood flooring, gorgeous architectural detailing, and a sunny deck and dog run, it is conveniently located close to the Elmwood's vibrant shops, library, dining, and parks. In addition, Whole Foods and Alta Bates hospital are just steps away, BART a few blocks down the street. Discover the epitome of easy living in a great neighborhood.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01351797 Listed on: 03/05/2024
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 2,904 Sq Ft Lot
- Dog Run
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Property Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Crawl Space
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- No Cooling
- 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 52157211
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 5, 2024
Closed on
Mar 22, 2024
Sold by
Lawrence Cruz Revocable Trust and Berton Edwina Josephine
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Joel Padama
Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
List Price
$950,000
Sold Price
$1,205,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
26.84%
Views
29
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
$131,942
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$1,084,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,058,002
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$307,927
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 12, 2019
Sold by
Cruz Lawrence
Bought by
Cruz Lawrence and The Lawrence Cruz Revocable Tr
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 8, 2011
Sold by
Foley Michael P and Foley Sarah H
Bought by
Cruz Lawrence
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
4.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 18, 1997
Sold by
Foley Michael P
Bought by
Foley Michael P and Foley Sarah H
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 1994
Sold by
Salmina Arbios Lorene Salmina and Salmina Gay Barbara
Bought by
Foley Michael P
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Elmwood, CA
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Eileen Townsend
-
Perry Gastis
Perry Gastis
Bridges 8 Real Estate
(650) 502-5378
83 Total Sales
6 in Elmwood
$650K - $2.1M Price Range
-
SU MEI WU
SU MEI WU
Responds QuicklyCompass
(650) 410-2557
106 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood
$660,000 Price Range
-
Stephen Beard
Stephen Beard
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 962-7729
45 Total Sales
6 in Elmwood
$2.1M - $2.6M Price Range
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Responds QuicklyVillage Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
71 Total Sales
2 in Elmwood
$2,450,000 Price Range
-
Derek Han
Derek Han
Bhg Reliance Partners
(510) 851-9881
145 Total Sales
1 in Elmwood
$695,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,205,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| Cruz Lawrence | -- | None Available | |
| Cruz Lawrence | $570,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Foley Michael P | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Foley Michael P | $199,500 | First American Title Grnty C |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,084,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Lawrence Cruz Revocable Trust | $2,473,380 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawrence Cruz Revocable Trust | $1,507,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Cruz Lawrence | $938,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Cruz Lawrence | $260,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Cruz Lawrence | $225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Foley Michael P | $199,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Foley Michael P | $198,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,205,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/18/2024 04/18/24 | Sold | $1,205,000 | +26.8% | $873 / Sq Ft |
| 03/19/2024 03/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/05/2024 03/05/24 | For Sale | $950,000 | -- | $688 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $19,009 | $1,253,681 | $376,104 | $877,577 |
| 2025 | $15,067 | $1,229,100 | $368,730 | $860,370 |
| 2024 | $15,067 | $1,000,000 | $300,000 | $700,000 |
| 2023 | $9,888 | $576,294 | $181,706 | $401,588 |
| 2022 | $9,689 | $564,860 | $178,144 | $393,716 |
| 2021 | $9,696 | $553,651 | $174,652 | $385,999 |
| 2020 | $9,122 | $554,905 | $172,862 | $382,043 |
| 2019 | $8,703 | $544,026 | $169,473 | $374,553 |
| 2018 | $8,544 | $533,362 | $166,151 | $367,211 |
| 2017 | $8,240 | $522,906 | $162,894 | $360,012 |
| 2016 | $7,934 | $512,657 | $159,701 | $352,956 |
| 2015 | $7,822 | $504,960 | $157,303 | $347,657 |
| 2014 | $7,752 | $495,072 | $154,223 | $340,849 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Anja Plowright
Seller's Agent in 2024
Anja Plowright
The Grubb Co. Inc.
(510) 593-8376
27 in this area
205 Total Sales
-
Joel Padama
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Joel Padama
Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
(510) 744-3504
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41051815
APN: 052-1572-011-00
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