3 Oakvale Ave Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,436,000 - $3,171,000
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
2,854
Sq Ft
$953/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- 5-minute walk to Oak Park
About This Home
As of September 2019This Classic Claremont home is located in one of Berkeley's most prized locations. Grand rooms adorned with classic craftsman woodwork, decorative molding, beveled cut glass original doors, period details, and Oak Hardwood floors with Mahogany Inlays throughout. The chef’s kitchen is fully equipped with Viking Professional appliances. The garage has a Tesla electric vehicle charging station & energy efficient solar panels on the roof of the home. The location is near it all- BART, Transbay bus, Star Market, coffee shops, pool and tennis clubs, and the fabulous Claremont/Elmwood/Rockridge eateries. The best of everything!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $30,664
Year Built
- Built in 1919
Lot Details
- 3,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Stone Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Home Office
- Partial Basement
- Smart Thermostat
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Double Oven
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Trash Compactor
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Utilities
- Whole House Fan
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Claremont Subdivision, Traditional Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 64423818
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 23, 2021
Sold by
Olson Benjamin A and Noonan Madeline R
Bought by
Olson Benjamin A and Noonan Madeline R
Total Days on Market
7
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,539,353
Outstanding Balance
$1,425,276
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,185,488
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2019
Closed on
Sep 23, 2019
Sold by
Ricker Michael and Ricker Theresa
Bought by
Olson Benjamin A and Noonan Madeline R
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Bauer
The GRUBB Company
Buyer's Agent
Glennie Kramer-Baker
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,789,000
Sold Price
$1,980,000
Premium/Discount to List
$191,000
10.68%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$1,584,000
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 2017
Sold by
Hamlin Harkins Ltd
Bought by
Ricker Michael and Ricker Theresa
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,408,000
Interest Rate
3.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 15, 2017
Sold by
Hamlin Donna M
Bought by
Hamlin Harkins Ltd
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,100
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 10, 2017
Sold by
Hamlin Harkins Ltd
Bought by
Hamlin Donna M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$188,100
Interest Rate
4.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2005
Sold by
Hamlin Donna
Bought by
Hamlin Harkins Ltd
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
5.56%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 16, 2001
Sold by
Comfort Barbara J and The Trust Of Barbara J Comfort
Bought by
Hamlin Harkins Ltd
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 2000
Sold by
Comfort Barbara J Comfort Barbara J
Bought by
Comfort Barbara J and Trust Of Barbara J Comfort
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 20, 2000
Sold by
Comfort Barbara J and Trust Of Barbara J Comfort
Bought by
Comfort Barbara J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
7.86%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 1994
Sold by
Power Barbara Jean
Bought by
Comfort Barbara J and Trust Of Barbara J Comfort
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olson Benjamin A | -- | Mortgage Connect Lp | |
| Olson Benjamin A | -- | Mortgage Connect Lp | |
| Olson Benjamin A | $1,980,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Ricker Michael | $1,760,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Hamlin Harkins Ltd | -- | None Available | |
| Hamlin Donna M | -- | None Available | |
| Hamlin Harkins Ltd | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Hamlin Donna | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Hamlin Harkins Ltd | $847,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Comfort Barbara J | -- | -- | |
| Comfort Barbara J | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Comfort Barbara J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Olson Benjamin A | $1,539,353 | |
| Closed | Olson Benjamin A | $1,584,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ricker Michael | $1,408,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hamlin Donna M | $188,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Hamlin Donna | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hamlin Harkins Ltd | $682,624 | |
| Previous Owner | Hamlin Harkins Ltd | $360,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hamlin Harkins Ltd | $360,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Comfort Barbara J | $150,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,980,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/27/2019 09/27/19 | Sold | $1,980,000 | +10.7% | $694 / Sq Ft |
| 09/13/2019 09/13/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/06/2019 09/06/19 | For Sale | $1,789,000 | -- | $627 / 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 | $30,664 | $2,115,935 | $636,880 | $1,486,055 |
| 2023 | $30,057 | $2,081,315 | $624,394 | $1,456,921 |
| 2022 | $29,576 | $2,033,508 | $612,152 | $1,428,356 |
| 2021 | $29,690 | $1,993,511 | $600,153 | $1,400,358 |
| 2020 | $28,196 | $1,980,000 | $594,000 | $1,386,000 |
| 2019 | $25,514 | $1,795,200 | $538,560 | $1,256,640 |
| 2018 | $25,115 | $1,760,000 | $528,000 | $1,232,000 |
| 2017 | $16,695 | $1,099,642 | $329,892 | $769,750 |
| 2016 | $16,119 | $1,078,086 | $323,426 | $754,660 |
| 2015 | $15,899 | $1,061,900 | $318,570 | $743,330 |
| 2014 | $15,772 | $1,041,106 | $312,332 | $728,774 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jennifer Bauer
Seller's Agent in 2019
Jennifer Bauer
The GRUBB Company
(925) 519-3300
34 Total Sales
-
Glennie Kramer-Baker
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Glennie Kramer-Baker
Vanguard Properties
(415) 535-2996
70 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40881085
APN: 064-4238-018-00
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