Seller's Agent in 2023
Rachel Melby
Red Oak Realty
(415) 939-4114
1 in this area
25 Total Sales
700 Hillside Ave Albany, CA 94706
Hillside NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,517,000 - $1,903,377
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,028
Sq Ft
$825/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Custom Home
- Secluded Lot
- No HOA
- Albany Middle School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 3-minute walk to Albany Hill Park
About This Home
As of December 2023Welcome to the Sala House, a charming home on Albany Hill, designed by architect Christopher Alexander. Inspired by a whimsical French farmhouse, the house has INCREDIBLE panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay from every room. Enjoy watching the sunset over the Golden Gate Bridge and tracking the tides over Albany Bulb with your morning coffee. Host your family gatherings or birthday parties in the private terraced patios overlooking the Bay. Perched in a cul-de-sac atop Albany Hill Forest, you are next to a unique urban oasis while still less than a mile from I-80, top rated restaurants and schools. Cherished by families for its exquisite craftsmanship and privacy, this cheerful house is a blend of playful outdoor/indoor nooks and deliberate spaces that are ready for your imagination. Come make your mark on this timeless home. Open Sunday 2-4:30
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,786
Year Built
- Built in 1984
Lot Details
- 4,085 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Partially Fenced Property
- Secluded Lot
- Terraced Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in unit
- Stacked Washer and Dryer
Parking
- 3 Parking Spaces
- Carport
Outdoor Features
- Shed
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by C. Alexander
- Cerrito Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 66275134
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2023
Closed on
Dec 8, 2023
Sold by
Bresbin Trust
Bought by
Benson Buster Keith
Seller's Agent
Rachel Melby
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Claudine Himan
Compass
List Price
$1,395,000
Sold Price
$1,624,000
Premium/Discount to List
$229,000
16.42%
Views
206
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
$49,094
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$1,299,200
Interest Rate
7.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 27, 2022
Sold by
Esbin David
Bought by
Bresbin Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2018
Sold by
Fox Stephanie and Parker Jessica
Bought by
Esbin David and Breeding Kathleen M
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$956,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 2015
Sold by
Boyer Ronald R and Boyer Elizabeth
Bought by
Fox Stephanie and Parker Jessica
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 1995
Sold by
Boyer Ronald R and Davidson Elizabeth A
Bought by
Boyer Ronald R and Davidson Elizabeth A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 21, 1995
Sold by
Ganong William Francis and Ganong Ruth Jackson
Bought by
Sala Andre and Sala Prathumrat
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 14, 1995
Sold by
Sala Andre and Sala Prathumrat
Bought by
Boyer Ronald R and Davidson Elizabeth
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.63%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 1995
Sold by
Sala Andre
Bought by
Sala Andre and Sala Prathumrat
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
8.81%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 23, 1995
Sold by
Sala Anna
Bought by
Sala Andre
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$7,500
Interest Rate
8.81%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Benson Buster Keith | $1,624,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Bresbin Trust | -- | -- | |
| Esbin David | $1,195,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Fox Stephanie | $950,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Boyer Ronald R | -- | -- | |
| Sala Andre | -- | Northwestern Title Company | |
| Boyer Ronald R | $360,000 | Northwestern Title Company | |
| Sala Andre | -- | First American Title Guarant | |
| Sala Andre | -- | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Benson Buster Keith | $1,320,000 | |
| Closed | Benson Buster Keith | $1,299,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Esbin David | $919,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Esbin David | $956,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Fox Stephanie | $625,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Fox Stephanie | $780,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Boyer Ronald R | $152,300 | |
| Previous Owner | Boyer Ronald R | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Boyer Ronald R | $20,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Boyer Ronald R | $110,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sala Andre | $7,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,624,000 | -- | -- |
| 12/13/2023 12/13/23 | Sold | $1,624,000 | -4.2% | $801 / Sq Ft |
| 11/10/2023 11/10/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/01/2023 11/01/23 | Price Changed | $1,695,000 | +21.5% | $836 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2023 10/18/23 | For Sale | $1,395,000 | -- | $688 / 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 | $25,786 | $1,656,480 | $496,944 | $1,159,536 |
| 2024 | $25,786 | $1,624,000 | $487,200 | $1,136,800 |
| 2023 | $20,773 | $1,306,887 | $392,066 | $914,821 |
| 2022 | $20,039 | $1,274,266 | $384,380 | $896,886 |
| 2021 | $19,792 | $1,249,147 | $376,844 | $879,303 |
| 2020 | $19,675 | $1,243,277 | $372,983 | $870,294 |
| 2019 | $19,247 | $1,218,900 | $365,670 | $853,230 |
| 2018 | $16,052 | $1,003,446 | $301,034 | $702,412 |
| 2017 | $19,980 | $983,771 | $295,131 | $688,640 |
| 2016 | $19,227 | $964,487 | $289,346 | $675,141 |
| 2015 | $8,225 | $497,598 | $149,279 | $348,319 |
| 2014 | $8,124 | $487,853 | $146,356 | $341,497 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Rachel Melby
-
Claudine Himan
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Claudine Himan
Compass
(510) 468-7151
1 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41042272
APN: 066-2751-003-04
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