NOT LISTED FOR SALE

771 San Diego Rd Berkeley, CA 94707

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,209,000 - $2,443,735

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,205 Sq Ft
$1,041/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 24, 2020

Last sale price $1,810,000 $821 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,045/month

58 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Partial Gulf or Ocean Views
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Stone Countertops
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Secluded Lot
  • 1-minute walk to John Hinkel Park

About This Home

As of June 2020

Video and photos available. A Berkeley landmark by Donald Olsen as his own home in the serene Thousand Oaks neighborhood. International modern design with walls of glass, views of the park woods and open floor plan. Level entry from covered parking to design studio, full bath and storage areas. The entry hall features a spectacular and valuable mural by Claire Falkenstein that rises along the staircase from floor to the clerestory windows above. The living and dining areas are surrounded by floor to ceiling glass and the library area includes built-in bookcases. On the main level, there are 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, and the kitchen opens to a creekside deck. A captivating work of art to live in! www.771sandiego.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bebe McRae

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #00875159 Listed on: 03/09/2020

Co-Listed By

Alexis Thompson

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01849227

Last Buyer's Agent

Bebe McRae

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #00875159 Listed on: 03/09/2020

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $27,988

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,216 Sq Ft Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • Parking Lot

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Partial Bay or Harbor Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Zoned Heating

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Donald Olsen
  • Thousand Oaks Subdivision, Contemporary Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 612580391

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$27,988

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: Thousand Oaks
  • Directions: Marin Circle > Indian Rock
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Other Equipment: DSL/Modem Line
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Island, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Secluded, Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Partial
  • Builder Name: Donald Olsen
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8216
  • Parcel Number: 612580391

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 9, 2020
Closed on
Jun 17, 2020
Sold by
Chu Albert Jiun Jye
Bought by
Levy Alexander Joshua Joseph
Seller's Agent
Bebe McRae
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Bebe McRae
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,810,000
Premium/Discount to List
$315,000
21.07%
Current Estimated Value
$2,321,840

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$511,840
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.97%
Original Mortgage
$1,357,500
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2017
Closed on
Jan 22, 2018
Sold by
Banta Linda and Survivor S Trust Portion Of Th
Bought by
Chu Albert Jiun Jye
Seller's Agent
Crosby Doe
Crosby Doe Associates, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Subscriber Non
Non-Participant Office
List Price
$1,795,000
Sold Price
$1,650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$145,000
-8.08%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2005
Sold by
Olsen Donald E and Olsen Helen Karen
Bought by
Olsen Donald E and Olsen Helen Karen
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
Levy Alexander Joshua Joseph $1,810,000 Chicago Title Company
Chu Albert Jiun Jye $1,695,000 Old Republic Title Company
Banta Linda E -- None Available
Olsen Donald E -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Levy Alexander Joshua Josep $1,371,000
Closed Levy Alexander Joshua Joseph $1,357,500
Previous Owner Chu Albert Jiun Jye $800,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,810,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,810,000 -- --
06/24/2020 06/24/20 Sold $1,810,000 +3.4% $821 / Sq Ft
05/06/2020 05/06/20 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2020 04/20/20 Price Changed $1,750,000 -2.8% $794 / Sq Ft
03/20/2020 03/20/20 Price Changed $1,800,000 +20.4% $816 / Sq Ft
03/09/2020 03/09/20 For Sale $1,495,000 -9.4% $678 / Sq Ft
01/25/2018 01/25/18 Sold $1,650,000 -8.1% $1,083 / Sq Ft
10/01/2017 10/01/17 For Sale $1,795,000 -- $1,178 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $27,988 $1,979,470 $593,841 $1,385,629
2024 $27,988 $1,940,663 $582,199 $1,358,464
2023 $27,377 $1,902,617 $570,785 $1,331,832
2022 $27,308 $1,865,313 $559,594 $1,305,719
2021 $27,007 $1,828,751 $548,625 $1,280,126
2020 $25,162 $1,763,477 $529,043 $1,234,434
2019 $24,351 $1,728,900 $518,670 $1,210,230
2018 $4,434 $110,111 $52,362 $57,749
2017 $4,425 $107,952 $51,335 $56,617
2016 $4,118 $105,836 $50,329 $55,507
2015 $4,126 $104,246 $49,573 $54,673
2014 $3,879 $102,204 $48,602 $53,602
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bebe McRae

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Bebe McRae

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    (510) 928-3912

    37 in this area

    96 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Alexis Thompson

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

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  • Crosby Doe

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Crosby Doe

    Crosby Doe Associates, Inc.

    (310) 428-6755

    42 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Subscriber Non

    Non-Participant Office

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40898466

bridgeMLS

APN: 061-2580-039-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Berkeley Hills

771 San Diego Rd, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 771 San Diego Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707 since 09 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,296,434, approximately $1,041 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 771 San Diego Rd 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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