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Seller's Agent in 2025
Madeline Lilley
Red Oak Realty
3023 Benvenue Ave Berkeley, CA 94705
Elmwood Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,872
Sq Ft
6,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Emerson Elementary School Rated A
- Solid Surface Countertops
- 4-minute walk to Bateman Park
About This Home
As of July 2025Enchanting garden oasis in the Elmwood! This handsome brown shingled Craftsman sits on a leafy green block in the heart of the Elmwood district, tucked behind a private gate, surrounded by award-winning landscape design by Robert Trachtenberg. Enter through the private front garden. The gracious entry flows to a large living room with a gas fireplace, a pretty paneled dining room, a laundry room with a half bathroom, and an office with gorgeous garden views! The updated kitchen welcomes in the greenery of the garden, with a convenient 2nd staircase to the upper floor. The elegant main staircase offers tall windows, bench seating, and access to the upper 4+ bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a sunroom. Garden features include an expansive bluestone patio, gas fire pit area, lush layered plantings, landscape lighting, a private sunken hot tub and outdoor shower, and a charming detached studio with loft! 2 off-street parking spaces plus a 96 WalkScore® complete the package. Heaven right here in Berkeley!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $40,726
Year Built
- Built in 1904
Lot Details
- 6,000 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Gas Fireplace
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wall Furnace
- Tankless Water Heater
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Elmwood Subdivision, Elmwood Garden Oasis Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 52156233
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Altieri Jason and Stafanson Sharon
Bought by
Johnson & Gray Family Trust and Johnson
Seller's Agent
Madeline Lilley
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ruth Goldstone
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$2,695,000
Sold Price
$3,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,055,000
39.15%
Views
72
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-79.84%
Original Mortgage
$3,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,996,796
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$274,515
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2022
Sold by
Altieri and Sharon
Bought by
Altier Jason
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,725,000
Interest Rate
2.45%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 1, 2021
Closed on
Dec 28, 2021
Sold by
Brown and Nguyet
Bought by
Altierti Jason and Stafanson Sharon
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
Buyer's Agent
Maxi Lilley
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$3,495,000
Sold Price
$3,495,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.51%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 6, 2012
Sold by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Bought by
Brown Eric and Chau Nguyet
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 7, 2004
Sold by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Bought by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Interest Rate
5.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 13, 2003
Sold by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Bought by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 30, 2003
Sold by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Bought by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
5.84%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 5, 2001
Sold by
Becker Alexandra Phillips
Bought by
Becker David and Becker Alexandra P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 1997
Sold by
Brucker H M and Omalley Jo
Bought by
Becker Alexandra Phillips
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$50,000
Interest Rate
7.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $3,750,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Servicelink | |
| Grant Deed | $3,495,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $1,613,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Alliance Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $500,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $3,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,725,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $125,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $850,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $600,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2025 07/08/25 | Sold | $3,750,000 | +39.1% | $1,306 / Sq Ft |
| 06/20/2025 06/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/12/2025 06/12/25 | For Sale | $2,695,000 | -22.9% | $938 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,495,000 | -- | -- |
| 01/04/2022 01/04/22 | Sold | $3,495,000 | 0.0% | $1,356 / Sq Ft |
| 12/11/2021 12/11/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2021 11/01/21 | For Sale | $3,495,000 | -- | $1,356 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $40,726 | $3,017,427 | $907,252 | $2,117,175 |
| 2024 | $40,726 | $2,958,138 | $889,467 | $2,075,671 |
| 2023 | $43,605 | $3,215,000 | $964,500 | $2,250,500 |
| 2022 | $27,823 | $1,881,409 | $561,503 | $1,326,906 |
| 2021 | $27,666 | $1,844,385 | $550,494 | $1,300,891 |
| 2020 | $26,342 | $1,832,409 | $544,852 | $1,287,557 |
| 2019 | $25,141 | $1,796,492 | $534,172 | $1,262,320 |
| 2018 | $25,579 | $1,761,274 | $523,700 | $1,237,574 |
| 2017 | $24,738 | $1,726,740 | $513,432 | $1,213,308 |
| 2016 | $24,055 | $1,692,890 | $503,367 | $1,189,523 |
| 2015 | $23,555 | $1,652,695 | $495,808 | $1,156,887 |
| 2014 | $23,360 | $1,620,322 | $486,096 | $1,134,226 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ruth Goldstone
Red Oak Realty
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Anja Plowright
Seller's Agent in 2022
Anja Plowright
(510) 593-8376
24 in this area
194 Total Sales
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Colette Ford
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Colette Ford
(510) 823-5735
19 in this area
130 Total Sales
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Maxi Lilley
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Maxi Lilley
Red Oak Realty
(510) 919-8997
4 in this area
80 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41100935
APN: 052-1562-033-00
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