Seller's Agent in 2025
Anja Plowright
(510) 593-8376
27 in this area
197 Total Sales
640 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,723,535 - $2,089,000
6
Beds
3
Baths
2,740
Sq Ft
$668/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Updated Kitchen
- Recreation Room
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Traditional Architecture
About This Home
As of April 2025Tucked away in the quiet, peaceful North Berkeley Hills, this impeccably maintained 6-BR, 3-BA home offers a versatile floor plan and panoramic SF and Bay views. Designed for both comfort and convenience, the home is level-in to 2 bedrooms and a full bath for effortless living. The spacious and updated kitchen opens to dining and sun-filled living room with a cozy fireplace. Upstairs, 3 spacious bedrooms including the Primary with spectacular views enjoy an updated bathroom and generous closet space. On the lower level, the legal in-law suite on has its own kitchen, bath, and private entrance—perfect for rental income or extended family. A sizable laundry room, plenty of storage and a two-car garage with interior access add to the home’s functionality. Outside, the sunny deck and garden create a private oasis – a lush retreat with plenty of space for planting, relaxing, and enjoying the natural surroundings. Move-in ready and filled with charm and light, this Berkeley Hills gem is the perfect place to call home. Located just moments from Tilden Park, it provides easy access to hiking, biking, and outdoor adventures while enjoying the serenity of the hills plus easy access for quick commutes across the Bay Area.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 4,770 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Garden
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- San Francisco
- Bridge
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- North Berkeley Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 6329655
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 7, 2025
Closed on
Apr 4, 2025
Sold by
Magda Ciurlik Trust and Ciurlik Magdalena
Bought by
Zhang Wenlin and Kong Wenyu
Seller's Agent
Anja Plowright
Buyer's Agent
Wenyu Kong
Legacy Real Estate &Associates
List Price
$1,798,000
Sold Price
$1,798,000
Views
37
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$32,634
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.93%
Original Mortgage
$1,200,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,193,725
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$636,909
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 2, 2020
Sold by
Ciurlik Magdalena
Bought by
Ciurlik Magdalena and The Magda Ciurlik Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2015
Sold by
Donald Patricia Ann and The Barbara Cohen Donald Survi
Bought by
Ciurlik Magdalena
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
2.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 26, 2007
Sold by
Donald Barbara Cohen G and Donald William G
Bought by
Ann Donald Barbara Cohen and Ann Donald Patricia
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zhang Wenlin | $1,798,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Ciurlik Magdalena | -- | None Available | |
| Ciurlik Magdalena | $1,300,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Ann Donald Barbara Cohen | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Zhang Wenlin | $1,200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ciurlik Magdalena | $1,000,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Sold | $1,798,000 | 0.0% | $656 / Sq Ft |
| 03/20/2025 03/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/07/2025 03/07/25 | For Sale | $1,798,000 | -- | $656 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
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 | $23,886 | $1,555,352 | $468,705 | $1,093,647 |
| 2024 | $23,886 | $1,524,724 | $459,517 | $1,072,207 |
| 2023 | $23,342 | $1,501,694 | $450,508 | $1,051,186 |
| 2022 | $22,877 | $1,465,250 | $441,675 | $1,030,575 |
| 2021 | $23,023 | $1,436,390 | $433,017 | $1,010,373 |
| 2020 | $21,749 | $1,428,595 | $428,578 | $1,000,017 |
| 2019 | $20,943 | $1,400,593 | $420,178 | $980,415 |
| 2018 | $20,591 | $1,373,137 | $411,941 | $961,196 |
| 2017 | $19,907 | $1,346,214 | $403,864 | $942,350 |
| 2016 | $19,289 | $1,319,824 | $395,947 | $923,877 |
| 2015 | $4,566 | $115,587 | $63,035 | $52,552 |
| 2014 | $4,439 | $113,323 | $61,800 | $51,523 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Anja Plowright
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Wenyu Kong
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
Wenyu Kong
Legacy Real Estate &Associates
(510) 219-7726
1 in this area
3 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41088575
APN: 063-2965-005-00
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