NOT LISTED FOR SALE

545 Panoramic Way Berkeley, CA 94704

Estimated Value: $1,022,000 - $1,424,978

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,544 Sq Ft
$795/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 22, 2020

Last sale price $1,177,000 $762 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,370 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Secluded Lot
  • Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2020

Set on a large parcel with sparkling vistas of San Francisco, the Bay & the lush canyon, this serene 2+-BR, 2-BA architectural gem is located on historic Panoramic Hill, Berkeley’s “most romantic neighborhood.” Designed by midcentury architect Judd Boynton & tastefully designed to honor its natural setting and contemporary design. Features include a light-filled open bedroom with stunning views, a master bath with deep soaking tub, walls of windows & a large fireplace in the living room, south-facing gallery with natural slate floor & cherry cabinets. Significantly updated & masterfully conceived, it has an open & easy open floor plan with excellent spaces for work or entertaining as well as wonderful indoor-outdoor flow to several seating areas. In addition, the property includes “The Nest,” a charming detached writing & guest studio. A one car detached garage with workshop & ample storage space. Maximum privacy & tranquility of a forested retreat, close to UC-Berkeley campus & town.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01158883 Listed on: 03/31/2020

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Daniella Brower

Vanguard Properties License #02086148

Vanguard Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 13,134 Sq Ft Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Partial Bay or Harbor
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge
  • Downtown
  • Canyon

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Raised Hearth
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Carpet

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Judd
  • Berkeley Subdivision, Mid Century Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 48H7704781

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1950
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley
  • Directions: Prospect > Rim Road > Panoramic
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Lot Features: Secluded, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Canyon, City Lights, Downtown, Partial, San Francisco
  • Builder Name: Judd
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13134
  • Parcel Number: 48H7704781

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2020
Closed on
Apr 13, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Daniella Brower
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,177,000
Premium/Discount to List
$127,000
12.1%
Current Estimated Value
$1,226,745

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$49,745
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 1, 2017
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 1996
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$224,000
Interest Rate
8.01%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,177,000 Chicago Title Company
-- None Available
$775,000 Placer Title Company
$280,000 --
$400,000 Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $310,000
Previous Owner $224,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,177,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,177,000 -- --
04/22/2020 04/22/20 Sold $1,177,000 +12.1% $762 / Sq Ft
04/08/2020 04/08/20 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2020 03/31/20 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $680 / 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
2025 $9,078 $553,862 $168,258 $392,604
2024 $9,078 $542,866 $164,959 $384,907
2023 $9,457 $539,086 $161,725 $377,361
2022 $9,180 $521,516 $158,554 $369,962
2021 $8,758 $511,157 $155,446 $362,711
2020 $14,154 $930,767 $279,230 $651,537
2019 $13,683 $912,523 $273,757 $638,766
2018 $13,378 $894,636 $268,391 $626,245
2017 $12,882 $877,097 $263,129 $613,968
2016 $12,632 $859,900 $257,970 $601,930
2015 $12,678 $846,988 $254,096 $592,892
2014 $12,692 $830,404 $249,121 $581,283
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Colette Ford

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Colette Ford

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    (510) 823-5735

    95 Total Sales

    Colette Ford
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  • Anja Plowright

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Anja Plowright

    (510) 593-8376

    206 Total Sales

    Anja Plowright
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    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Daniella Brower

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 593-1031

    43 Total Sales

    Daniella Brower
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40900526

bridgeMLS

APN: 048H-7704-078-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94704

545 Panoramic Way, Berkeley, CA

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