Heidi Cafarella
Esquire Realty
(858) 302-4052
85 Total Sales
1 in Claremont Hills
$400,000 Price
7172 Norfolk Rd Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,680,000 - $2,196,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,890
Sq Ft
$674/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- 24-Hour Security
- Bay View
- English Architecture
- Chabot Elementary School Rated A-
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2025Picturesque Bay views set the stage for this stunning custom English Tudor estate, gracefully elevated above a private cul-de-sac in Claremont Hills an offering of undeniable value and views. Inside, 4 bedrooms plus office and 2.5 baths are framed by soaring ceilings, abundant light, and thoughtful details. The chef's kitchen, anchored by a marble island, features a professional cooktop, commercial hood, and balcony for gatherings, opening seamlessly into the family room with French doors to the garden and a 400-year-old antique door. The living/dining room showcases a fireplace, Juliet balcony, custom bookcases, and picture windows. A dramatic spiral staircase with wrought iron balusters connects each level, while bespoke lighting enhances every room. The primary suite boasts vaulted ceilings, a spa-like bath, walk-in closet, and sweeping views from hills to Bay. Upstairs bedrooms offer skylights, vaulted ceilings, and custom cabinetry. Terraced gardens with yoga platform and casita complete your private sanctuary. Two-car garage plus driveway parking, just 20 minutes to San Francisco and 10 minutes to Lafayette.
Last Agent to Rent the Property
King Realty Group License #DRE #02104019 Listed on: 08/22/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 2000
Lot Details
- 5,040 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Back Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Up
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- Canyon
- Mountain
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- English Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 2,890 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Stone Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Storage
Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Slate Flooring
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
- Window or Skylight in Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Laundry Cabinets
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- 24-Hour Security
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 8/21/25
- Tenant pays for cable TV, electricity, exterior maintenance, gas, heat, insurance, security, trash collection, water
- 12 Month Lease Term
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 22, 2021
Closed on
Sep 13, 2021
Sold by
Budd Heather Gillingham and Barooah Robin
Bought by
Seller's Agent
David R. Valva
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Venisa Portillo
Avenue 8 Inc.
List Price
$1,620,000
Sold Price
$1,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
6.48%
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
$187,645
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.48%
Original Mortgage
$1,380,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,230,802
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$715,884
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 17, 2021
Closed on
Apr 13, 2021
Sold by
Hewitt Pamela S and The Pamela S Hewitt Living Tru
Bought by
Budd Heather Gillingham and Barooah Robin
Seller's Agent
Gertrude Villanueva Itchon
Compass
Buyer's Agent
David R. Valva
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,711,000
Premium/Discount to List
$216,000
14.45%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.87%
Original Mortgage
$1,211,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 8, 2005
Sold by
Hewitt Pamela S and Lawson Warren E
Bought by
Hewitt Pamela S and Pamela S Hewitt Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 20, 2004
Sold by
Hewitt Pamela S and Lawson Warren E
Bought by
Hewitt Pamela S and Lawson Warren E
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2003
Sold by
Olsen Margaret J
Bought by
Lawson Warren E and Hewitt Pamela S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$322,700
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 7, 2000
Sold by
D W August Company
Bought by
Olsen Margaret J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$700,000
Interest Rate
3.8%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 30, 1998
Sold by
7171 Co Llc
Bought by
D W August Company
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 27, 1998
Sold by
Rogers T G and Rogers Kathleen T
Bought by
7171 Co Llc
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Claremont Hills, CA
-
Heidi Cafarella
-
Cynthia Money
Cynthia Money
Coldwell Banker
(925) 718-0397
32 Total Sales
2 in Claremont Hills
$2,326,000 Price Range
-
Rafael Mendez Venegas
Rafael Mendez Venegas
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52 Total Sales
1 in Claremont Hills
$530,000 Price
-
Ann Wilkins
Ann Wilkins
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 616-4757
19 Total Sales
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$495,000 Price Range
-
Derek Han
Derek Han
Bhg Reliance Partners
(510) 851-9881
145 Total Sales
1 in Claremont Hills
$1,750,000 Price
-
Lawrence Hernandez
Lawrence Hernandez
Cypress Coast Investments
(831) 273-9672
44 Total Sales
2 in Claremont Hills
$430,000 Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,725,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| Budd Heather Gillingham | $1,711,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Hewitt Pamela S | -- | -- | |
| Hewitt Pamela S | -- | -- | |
| Lawson Warren E | $965,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Olsen Margaret J | $1,025,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| D W August Company | $360,000 | First American Title Guarant | |
| 7171 Co Llc | -- | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $289,000 | ||
| Open | Mitra Kakoli | $1,380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Budd Heather Gillingham | $1,211,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Lawson Warren E | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Olsen Margaret J | $724,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Olsen Margaret J | $30,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Olsen Margaret J | $700,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Rented | $5,900 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Price Changed | $5,900 | 0.0% | $2 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | For Rent | $5,900 | -21.3% | -- | |
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | Off Market | $7,500 | -- | -- | |
| 09/19/2025 09/19/25 | Price Changed | $7,500 | -16.6% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/04/2025 09/04/25 | Price Changed | $8,995 | -10.0% | $3 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/15/2025 07/15/25 | For Rent | $9,995 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,725,000 | -- | -- | |
| 09/27/2021 09/27/21 | Sold | $1,725,000 | +6.5% | $597 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/02/2021 09/02/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/22/2021 07/22/21 | For Sale | $1,620,000 | -5.3% | $561 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/20/2021 04/20/21 | Sold | $1,711,000 | +14.4% | $592 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/24/2021 03/24/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/17/2021 03/17/21 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $517 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $25,535 | $1,764,000 | $529,200 | $1,234,800 |
| 2025 | $24,549 | $1,830,570 | $549,171 | $1,281,399 |
| 2024 | $24,549 | $1,794,690 | $538,407 | $1,256,283 |
| 2023 | $26,017 | $1,759,500 | $527,850 | $1,231,650 |
| 2022 | $25,595 | $1,725,000 | $517,500 | $1,207,500 |
| 2021 | $19,417 | $1,291,111 | $387,333 | $903,778 |
| 2020 | $19,209 | $1,277,881 | $383,364 | $894,517 |
| 2019 | $18,633 | $1,252,830 | $375,849 | $876,981 |
| 2018 | $18,251 | $1,228,270 | $368,481 | $859,789 |
| 2017 | $17,606 | $1,204,194 | $361,258 | $842,936 |
| 2016 | $17,168 | $1,180,590 | $354,177 | $826,413 |
| 2015 | $17,083 | $1,162,863 | $348,859 | $814,004 |
| 2014 | $17,419 | $1,140,088 | $342,026 | $798,062 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Venisa Portillo
Landlord's Agent in 2025
Venisa Portillo
King Realty Group
(415) 419-7347
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
David R. Valva
DV
Seller's Agent in 2021
David R. Valva
Coldwell Banker Realty
(510) 851-0282
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
-
GV
Seller's Agent in 2021
Gertrude Villanueva Itchon
Compass
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 425066755
APN: 048H-7624-025-00
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