NOT LISTED FOR SALE

50 Alvarado Place Berkeley, CA 94705

Claremont Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $319,000 - $1,370,000

5 Beds
4.5 Baths
6,329 Sq Ft
$133/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 27, 2021

Last sale price $4,650,000 $735 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $5,174/month

50 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Solar Power System
  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 1-minute walk to Sourgrass Path

About This Home

As of August 2021

Unobstructed panoramic views from this magnificent, iconic gated, grand estate sited on over 3⁄4 acre of beautifully landscaped w/terraced gardens. Old-world European elegance w/ the finest detailing, this villa was originally designed by architect William Charles Hays in 1918 + updated significantly over the years + maintained impeccably. Flooded with sunlight, it has high ceilings, gum-wood paneling, gleaming hwf, luxurious Chef’s kit. w/ pantry, multiple en-suite bedrooms all facing the view. Plus rooms include guest area, 2 family rooms, offices and multi-purpose rooms. Open to multiple lvl lawn areas, decks + patios that are exquisitely landscaped + allow for relaxation, entertaining + play. A long driveway leads to a 2-car garage + connects to a well-functioning funicular for easy delivery of groceries + guests! This breathtaking oasis is perfectly located just steps from the Claremont Hotel, UC Berkeley, the Elmwood, Rockridge, trails + SF commute. Truly exceptional!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01158883 Listed on: 06/09/2021

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Devang Parikh

SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC License #01815439

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,119

Year Built

  • Built in 1918

Lot Details

  • 0.62 Acre Lot
  • Dog Run
  • Fenced
  • Terraced Lot
  • Sprinklers Throughout Yard
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 3 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 5 Fireplaces
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Library
  • Recreation Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Security System Owned

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
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  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by W. C. Hays
  • Claremont Subdivision, Period Revival Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 48H7663301

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,119

Year Built

Built in 1918

Lot Details

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Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1918
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6211
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT
  • Directions: Tunnel to Alvarado Rd. to Alvarado Pl.
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • Green Power: Solar
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 5
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Library, Office, Rec/Rumpus Room, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Island, Pantry, Other, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: W. C. Hays
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Storage, Terraced Back, Terraced Down, Terraced Up
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Off Street, Guest

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Security: Security Alarm - Owned
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Water Source: Storage Tank, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No
  • Pets Allowed: Yes

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Oakland (510) 879-8111

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 27056
  • Parcel Number: 48H7663301
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Tract: 4001/1

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2021
Closed on
Aug 17, 2021
Sold by
Reynolds Peter M and Reynolds Christina A
Bought by
Theodore Jeffrey M and Stryker Emily C
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Devang Parikh
SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC
List Price
$4,995,000
Sold Price
$4,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$345,000
-6.91%
Current Estimated Value
$844,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,805,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-25.03%
Original Mortgage
$2,650,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,432,230
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$911,730

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2008
Sold by
Reynolds Peter and Reynolds Christina
Bought by
Reynolds Peter M and Reynolds Christina A
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
Theodore Jeffrey M $4,650,000 Chicago Title Company
Reynolds Peter M -- Accommodation
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Theodore Jeffrey M $2,650,000
Previous Owner Reynolds Peter M $1,100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $4,650,000 -- --
08/27/2021 08/27/21 Sold $4,650,000 -6.9% $735 / Sq Ft
07/29/2021 07/29/21 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2021 06/09/21 For Sale $4,995,000 -- $789 / 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
2024 $6,119 $364,140 $364,140 --
2023 $6,391 $357,000 $357,000 $0
2022 $6,195 $350,000 $350,000 $0
2021 $2,632 $109,257 $109,257 $0
2020 $2,603 $108,137 $108,137 $0
2019 $2,410 $106,017 $106,017 $0
2018 $2,366 $103,939 $103,939 $0
2017 $2,238 $101,901 $101,901 $0
2016 $2,074 $99,903 $99,903 $0
2015 $2,063 $98,403 $98,403 $0
2014 $1,983 $96,476 $96,476 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Colette Ford

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Colette Ford

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    (510) 823-5735

    10 in this area

    140 Total Sales

    Colette Ford
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  • Anja Plowright

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Anja Plowright

    (510) 593-8376

    14 in this area

    196 Total Sales

    Anja Plowright
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Devang Parikh

    SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC

    (415) 901-1700

    1 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Devang Parikh
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40953449

bridgeMLS

APN: 048H-7663-031-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94705 Claremont Hills

50 Alvarado Place, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 50 Alvarado Place, Berkeley, CA 94705 since 09 June 2021 and is currently estimated at $844,500, approximately $133 per square foot. This property was built in 1918. 50 Alvarado Place is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Chabot Elementary School, Thornhill Elementary School, and Claremont Middle School.

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