$1,750,000
SOLD FEB 15, 2023
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,904 Sq Ft
6,336 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$603 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

125 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
  • Stone Countertops
  • Den

About This Home

As of March 2024

Sophisticated contemporary set in the Claremont Hills featuring lovely canyon views! The great floor plan is ideal for both entertaining and day-to-day living. Soaring ceilings with tall windows bring in lots of natural light. The dramatic center-isle Kitchen has stainless steel appliances including 36” gas range. Dining Room has an artistic modern chandelier and tall windows that capture the spectacular views. The stunning Living Room has high ceilings and beautiful windows showcasing redwoods. French door opens to a slate-tiled patio offering peaceful views of the canyon. Bonus room offers flexible space for Den/Office/Playroom. Primary Suite is spacious and has high ceilings, a walk-in closet with built-ins and features a private deck with a glass door. The luxurious bathroom has a double vanity, jetted tub and a large shower with two shower heads. A separate Laundry Room includes a washer & dryer, built-in cabinetry with sink. A large storage area at the back of the house could be a wine cellar or possible ADU. Located just minutes from downtown Berkeley, Rockridge shopping/dining+Orinda's delightful shops and restaurants. This home is not to be missed! OPEN THURSDAY 10/20 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and SUNDAY 2:00 to 4:30 pm.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Linda Ehrich

Village Associates Real Estate License #01330298 Listed on: 09/14/2022

Co-Listed By

Ashley Battersby

Village Associates Real Estate License #01407784

Last Buyer's Agent

James Horn

Turner Horn Real Estate License #01940170

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $30,427

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • 6,336 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Lot Sloped Down

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • On-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Den
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Microwave
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Security Gate
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Sprinkler System

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Electricity To Lot Line
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Claremont Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 48H762181

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$30,427

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 2002
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Co List Office Mls Id: CCVARE
  • Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT HILLS
  • Directions: Hiller Highlands to Tunnel Road to Buckingham
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room, Stone
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Den, Storage, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Partial Fence
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Security Gate
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Siding - Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, On Street, Remote, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities, Cable Connected
  • Cooling: Zoned
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets, Sink
  • Security: Fire Sprinkler System, Security Alarm - Leased, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6336
  • Parcel Number: 48H762181
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 6, 2023
Closed on
Feb 21, 2024
Sold by
Homma Group Inc
Bought by
Hossain Munawar and Highsmith Darouny
Seller's Agent
Sara Min Zhao
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Doyle Keeton
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$290,000
-17.11%
Views
400
Current Estimated Value
$1,751,600

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$346,600
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.19%
Original Mortgage
$1,149,825
Outstanding Balance
$1,136,126
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$615,474

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2022
Closed on
Feb 6, 2023
Sold by
Varghese Sabu
Bought by
Homma Group Inc
Seller's Agent
Linda Ehrich
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
James Horn
Turner Horn Real Estate
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
9.72%
Views
35

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-18.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2014
Sold by
Otto Elliott F and Wong Ali
Bought by
Varghese Sabu

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$950,400
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2009
Sold by
Wallace Scott H and Wallace Karen
Bought by
Otto Elliott F and Wong Ali

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$385,000
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 20, 2004
Sold by
Super Hillary D and Porner Quinn J
Bought by
Wallace Scott H and Wallace Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$760,000
Interest Rate
3.61%
Mortgage Type
Negative Amortization

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2003
Sold by
Cheuk Wing Investment Inc
Bought by
Porner Quinn J and Super Hillary D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$679,200
Interest Rate
4%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 1998
Sold by
Chung John H S and Chung Karen
Bought by
Cheuk Wing Investment Inc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 25, 1994
Sold by
Melaika Edward A
Bought by
Chung John H and Chung Karen

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,000
Interest Rate
8.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,405,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $1,750,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,188,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $898,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $950,000 Financial Title Company
Grant Deed $849,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $145,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $40,000 First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,149,825 New Conventional
Previous Owner $927,192 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $950,400 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $553,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $553,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $215,800 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $556,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $140,000 Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage
Previous Owner $385,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $791,550 Unknown
Previous Owner $760,000 Negative Amortization
Previous Owner $679,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $64,000 Seller Take Back
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,405,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,750,000 -- --
03/04/2024 03/04/24 Sold $1,405,000 -6.0% $484 / Sq Ft
01/31/2024 01/31/24 Pending -- -- --
01/12/2024 01/12/24 Price Changed $1,495,000 +0.3% $515 / Sq Ft
01/12/2024 01/12/24 Price Changed $1,490,000 -6.3% $513 / Sq Ft
12/13/2023 12/13/23 Price Changed $1,590,000 -6.2% $548 / Sq Ft
11/06/2023 11/06/23 For Sale $1,695,000 -3.1% $584 / Sq Ft
02/15/2023 02/15/23 Sold $1,750,000 -1.4% $603 / Sq Ft
01/17/2023 01/17/23 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2022 11/18/22 Price Changed $1,775,000 +11.3% $611 / Sq Ft
09/14/2022 09/14/22 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $549 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $30,427 $1,785,000 $535,500 $1,249,500
2023 $20,984 $1,392,724 $419,917 $979,807
2022 $20,641 $1,365,281 $411,684 $960,597
2021 $20,067 $1,338,385 $403,615 $941,770
2020 $19,850 $1,331,593 $399,478 $932,115
2019 $19,258 $1,305,492 $391,647 $913,845
2018 $18,861 $1,279,903 $383,971 $895,932
2017 $18,194 $1,254,812 $376,443 $878,369
2016 $17,744 $1,230,208 $369,062 $861,146
2015 $17,674 $1,211,735 $363,520 $848,215
2014 $14,025 $911,037 $273,774 $637,263
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41008490

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 048H-7621-081-00