731 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,636,000 - $2,128,290
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,441
Sq Ft
$735/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Updated Kitchen
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Contemporary Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2023Nestled in the Berkeley Hills, adjacent to Wildcat Canyon and Tilden Park, discover this 3-bed, 3-bath home spanning 2,441 sq.ft. Flexible in its use, this home transitions effortlessly between a single-family oasis and a split living space. Options are in place to easily reconfigure the floor plan for additional bedrooms. Upon entering the front gate, the ambiance is serene and offers a sophisticated entrance amidst a beautifully landscaped garden. Inside, vaulted exposed beam ceilings grace the living room, adorned with an original hardwood floor and a green slate fireplace, offering an inviting space. The kitchen boasts earth- toned slate floors, cherry wood cabinetry & dark granite counters. A remodeled bathroom and a sunlit bedroom are nearby, both with courtyard access. At the rear of the home is a spacious open living area with an entertainment zone, dining space, and a second kitchen with high end finishes and appliances. This sunlit area offers access to the rear garden. A stairwell leads to a primary bedroom retreat with SF views, a fireplace, an en-suite bathroom, and a separate room suitable for a home office. The exterior boasts a detached studio and is meticulously landscaped, with meandering pathways and mature plantings that create a Zen-like atmosphere.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $26,610
Year Built
- Built in 1949
Lot Details
- 7,124 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Back and Front Yard
Property Views
- Bay
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Off-Street Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 63311029
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 13, 2023
Closed on
Oct 1, 2023
Sold by
Alpert-Goetz Family Trust
Bought by
Dearaujo Jody and Varma Anand
Seller's Agent
KEVIN TANNAHILL
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
PORTIA PIRNIA
District Homes
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$655,000
50.58%
Views
230
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
-$156,677
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.73%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$591,008
Interest Rate
7.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,202,315
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 2018
Sold by
Gortz Thom and Alpert Elaine
Bought by
Alpert Elaine and Gortz Thomas
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 17, 2005
Sold by
Bratenahl Alderdice Laura Cushing Bratenahl and Bratenahl Biller Camilla Fitch
Bought by
Goetz Tom and Alpert Elaine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$557,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 15, 2004
Sold by
Bratenahl Alderdice Laura Cushing Bratenahl and Bratenahl Biller Camilla Fitch
Bought by
Bratenahl Alderdice Laura Cushing Bratenahl and Bratenahl Biller Camilla Fitch
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 1999
Sold by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta R
Bought by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 1998
Sold by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta R
Bought by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta R
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$227,150
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 1997
Sold by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta Robb
Bought by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 1995
Sold by
Sweet Bright Maxel L and Sweet Bright Elizabeth
Bought by
Bratenahl Alexander and Bratenahl Roberta Robb
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$232,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dearaujo Jody | $1,950,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Alpert Elaine | -- | None Available | |
| Goetz Tom | $856,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Bratenahl Alderdice Laura Cushing Bratenahl | -- | -- | |
| Bratenahl Alexander | -- | -- | |
| Bratenahl Alexander | -- | Northwestern Title | |
| Bratenahl Alexander | -- | -- | |
| Bratenahl Alexander | $290,000 | First American Title Guarant |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dearaujo Jody | $600,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goetz Tom | $635,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goetz Tom | $225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Goetz Tom | $557,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bratenahl Alexander | $227,150 | |
| Previous Owner | Bratenahl Alexander | $232,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,950,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/11/2023 10/11/23 | Sold | $1,950,000 | +50.6% | $799 / Sq Ft |
| 09/28/2023 09/28/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/13/2023 09/13/23 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $531 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $26,610 | $1,943,000 | $585,000 | $1,365,000 |
| 2023 | $9,482 | $527,076 | $112,590 | $421,486 |
| 2022 | $9,279 | $516,607 | $110,383 | $413,224 |
| 2021 | $9,279 | $506,343 | $108,219 | $405,124 |
| 2020 | $8,715 | $508,083 | $107,110 | $400,973 |
| 2019 | $8,297 | $498,121 | $105,010 | $393,111 |
| 2018 | $8,138 | $488,355 | $102,951 | $385,404 |
| 2017 | $7,838 | $478,780 | $100,933 | $377,847 |
| 2016 | $7,535 | $469,393 | $98,953 | $370,440 |
| 2015 | $7,425 | $462,344 | $97,467 | $364,877 |
| 2014 | $7,304 | $453,289 | $95,558 | $357,731 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
KEVIN TANNAHILL
Seller's Agent in 2023
KEVIN TANNAHILL
The Agency
(510) 524-1112
6 in this area
72 Total Sales
-
KYLE TANNAHILL
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023
KYLE TANNAHILL
The Agency
(510) 439-7414
5 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
PORTIA PIRNIA
Buyer's Agent in 2023
PORTIA PIRNIA
District Homes
(510) 299-4615
2 in this area
21 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41038965
APN: 063-3110-029-00
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