NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5 Senior Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,566,000 - $1,789,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,541 Sq Ft
$663/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 06, 2024

Last sale price $1,750,000 $689 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,838/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Terrace View Park

About This Home

As of June 2024

Sited to take advantage of the panoramic Bay, Bridge and San Francisco views, this updated Berkeley Hills Mid-Century features level-in entry, tucked away behind a lush front yard. Great indoor/outdoor flow and breathtaking vistas from many of the windows and the stunning over-sized deck, perfect for entertaining, lounging and al fresco dining. The newly updated kitchen with sleek finishes and new appliances opens to the bright dining room with its own view balcony on one side, and a private patio surrounded by gardens on the other. 2 bedrooms and a sunroom share a hall bath on the main level, downstairs, a spacious family room/lounge space is joined by 2 other bedrooms and a bath, as well as laundry room. Just steps to Tilden Park and the Lawrence Hall of Science and minutes to UC Berkeley and your favorite shops and dining, this home enjoys the proximity to urban amenities, yet feels like a vacation retreat. A 2-car garage, plenty of storage areas, additional entrance doors and maximum privacy make for a perfect blend of aesthetic and practical features to enjoy the best of the Bay.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Anja Plowright

THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #01351797 Listed on: 04/23/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Jane Hopkins

MaxReal License #01443891

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,889

Year Built

  • Built in 1941

Lot Details

  • 5,785 Sq Ft Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Back, Front, and Side Yard
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Views of the Bay Bridge
  • Panoramic
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,541 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Home Office
  • Crawl Space

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Solid Surface Bathroom Countertops
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,889

Year Built

Built in 1941

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.13
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: Fairlawn > Senior
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Has Cooling?: No
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Living Area: 2541
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Study, Updated Kitchen
  • Total Bedrooms: 8
  • Stories: 2
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Primary Bath Includes:: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Parking Spaces

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5785

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2024
Closed on
May 20, 2024
Sold by
Carol A Chiang Trust and Abdelfattah Carol A
Bought by
Bui Lauren
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Buyer's Agent
Jane Hopkins
MaxReal
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
17.06%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$1,684,382

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$65,618
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.20%
Original Mortgage
$1,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,382,494
Interest Rate
6.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$339,755

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2016
Sold by
Chiang Chiang Carol A Carol A and Chiang Carol A
Bought by
Chiang Carol A and Carol A Chiang Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 18, 2006
Sold by
Chiang William S and Chiang Carol A
Bought by
Chiang Carol A and Chiang William S

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 17, 1994
Sold by
Chiang William S
Bought by
Chiang William S and Chiang Carol A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
7.21%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bui Lauren $1,750,000 Chicago Title
Chiang Carol A -- None Available
Chiang Carol A -- None Available
Chiang William S -- American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bui Lauren $1,400,000
Previous Owner Chiang William S $203,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2024 06/06/24 Sold $1,750,000 +17.1% $689 / Sq Ft
05/07/2024 05/07/24 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2024 04/23/24 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $588 / 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
2025 $10,889 $1,778,000 $535,500 $1,249,500
2024 $10,889 $475,337 $181,833 $300,504
2023 $10,523 $472,880 $178,268 $294,612
2022 $10,204 $456,609 $174,773 $288,836
2021 $10,184 $447,519 $171,346 $283,173
2020 $9,496 $449,860 $169,590 $280,270
2019 $8,960 $441,040 $166,265 $274,775
2018 $8,756 $432,393 $163,005 $269,388
2017 $8,436 $423,915 $159,809 $264,106
2016 $8,042 $415,605 $156,676 $258,929
2015 $7,907 $409,363 $154,323 $255,040
2014 $7,745 $401,344 $151,300 $250,044
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Anja Plowright

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Jane Hopkins

    MaxReal

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41057118

bridgeMLS

APN: 060-2490-020-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

5 Senior Ave, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 5 Senior Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 23 April 2024 and is currently estimated at $1,684,382, approximately $662 per square foot. This property was built in 1941. 5 Senior Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Cragmont Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Washington Elementary School.

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