NOT LISTED FOR SALE

751 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94707

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,720,000 - $1,847,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,036 Sq Ft
$877/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 24, 2021

Last sale price $1,650,000 $810 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,518/month

13 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Wood Flooring
  • Bonus Room
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of March 2021

This beautiful 1933 Berkeley Mediterranean boasts spectacular views of the bay with charming vintage details and updated home finishes throughout. The 2036 sq ft, 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is located within walking distance to Cragmont Elementary in the coveted North Berkeley hills. The foyer opens to a stunning living room w/grand fireplace, wood beamed cathedral ceilings and leaded glass windows with expansive views of the Bay Bridge and the Golden Gate Bridge. The spacious eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, upgraded stainless steel appliances, and easy access to the side yard. The master bedroom with updated bath features a soaking tub that creates a personal oasis overlooking the backyard. Two additional bedrooms and updated hall bathroom complete the main level. The lower level includes a bedroom, full bath, separate entrance, laundry and an abundance of storage. Shops and dining in nearby Gourmet Ghetto, Solano Avenue, Tilden Regional Park, BART & multiple bus lines.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ann Sharf

Village Associates Real Estate License #01156966 Listed on: 02/09/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Sean Fruth

Vanguard Properties License #01293763

Vanguard Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,960

Year Built

  • Built in 1933

Lot Details

  • 6,050 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Utility Room
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 63295951

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,960

Year Built

Built in 1933

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1933
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.14
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: Marin to Spruce
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Linoleum, Tile
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Oven, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Utility Room, Workshop, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Free Standing

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6050
  • Parcel Number: 63295951
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 9, 2021
Closed on
Mar 12, 2021
Sold by
Peretti Gene Guy and Arakoni Deepa N
Bought by
Laves Edward William and Goldberg Leah Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Ann Sharf
Village Associates Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sean Fruth
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,640,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
0.61%
Current Estimated Value
$1,785,479

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$135,479
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.74%
Original Mortgage
$1,320,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,183,286
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$602,193

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 10, 2005
Sold by
Berton Sean and Berton Dianne
Bought by
Peretti Gene Guy and Arakoni Deepa N

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
5.58%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2003
Sold by
Hartley Roger Franklyn and Youngman Hartley Robin Lynn
Bought by
Berton Sean and Berton Dianne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$523,200
Interest Rate
5.82%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 1997
Sold by
Read Barbara G
Bought by
Hartley Roger Franklyn and Youngman Robin Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$335,200
Interest Rate
7.61%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Laves Edward William $1,650,000 First American Title Company
Peretti Gene Guy $1,002,000 Chicago Title Co
Berton Sean $654,000 First California Title Co
Hartley Roger Franklyn $419,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Laves Edward William $1,320,000
Previous Owner Peretti Gene Guy $800,000
Previous Owner Berton Sean $523,200
Previous Owner Hartley Roger Franklyn $335,200
Closed Hartley Roger Franklyn $41,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,650,000 -- --
03/24/2021 03/24/21 Sold $1,650,000 +0.6% $810 / Sq Ft
02/22/2021 02/22/21 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2021 02/09/21 For Sale $1,640,000 -- $806 / 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
2025 $24,960 $1,778,992 $535,797 $1,250,195
2024 $24,960 $1,743,980 $525,294 $1,225,686
2023 $24,466 $1,716,660 $514,998 $1,201,662
2022 $24,166 $1,683,000 $504,900 $1,178,100
2021 $19,573 $1,274,932 $379,483 $902,449
2020 $18,567 $1,268,792 $375,593 $893,199
2019 $17,888 $1,243,923 $368,231 $875,692
2018 $17,601 $1,219,542 $361,014 $858,528
2017 $17,007 $1,195,638 $353,938 $841,700
2016 $16,503 $1,172,201 $347,000 $825,201
2015 $16,288 $1,154,604 $341,791 $812,813
2014 $15,989 $1,120,000 $336,000 $784,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ann Sharf

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ann Sharf

    Village Associates Real Estate

    (925) 253-2525

    1 in this area

    167 Total Sales

    Ann Sharf
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  • Sean Fruth

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Sean Fruth

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 883-7000

    3 in this area

    66 Total Sales

    Sean Fruth
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40937111

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 063-2959-051-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Berkeley Hills

751 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 751 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 since 09 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,785,479, approximately $876 per square foot. This property was built in 1933. 751 Spruce St is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Cragmont Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, and Washington Elementary School.

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