NOT LISTED FOR SALE

815 San Luis Rd Berkeley, CA 94707

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,558,000 - $3,393,000

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,406 Sq Ft
$863/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 19, 2020

Last sale price $2,260,000 $664 Per Sq Ft

Est. 30% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,408/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Custom Home
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Updated Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Mortar Rock Park

About This Home

As of June 2020

Panoramic Bay Views from this uniquely dramatic and light filled contemporary North Berkeley home sited on a large lot - a combination of utmost luxury and perfection. Open floor plan integrates kitchen, living room & 2-story din room with upper art gallery. Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows and kitchen w. concrete countertops and top-of-the-line appliances & ample storage. Spacious master suite w. vaulted ceilings, huge walk-in closet, fire place and office area. Major systems upgrades, including top-of-the line integrated sound and "smart" audio system, have been installed by current owners - meticulously maintained. Surrounded by lush gardens and multiple terraces and sitting areas including a stunning fountain, the indoor-outdoor flow allows for entertaining, relaxing and dining al-fresco. 1-car garage and storage. Utmost privacy and set in Berkeley’s coveted lower hills close to shopping, parks & the great outdoors, this rare and artistic home is an absolute one-of-kind!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Colette Ford

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01158883 Listed on: 05/20/2020

Co-Listed By

Anja Plowright

License #01351797

Last Buyer's Agent

Colleen Larkin

THE GRUBB CO. INC. License #00874780

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $34,921

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Mid-century
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Dramatic Modern Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 612581371

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$34,921

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Hills
  • Directions: Indian Rock to San Luis
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary, Custom
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: Virtual Open House 6/7 @ 3:30pm on Facebook, 4pm on Instagram. This property is occupied + easy to show. Virtual personal showings can be scheduled with Anja anytime – please text 510-593-8376 to arrange. Buyer showings by confirmed appointment. Prior to showing, agent needs CAR PEAD, signed by Showing Agent and prospective Buyers, Buyer Preapproval from lender or other appropriate document demonstrating financial qualification. Property was significantly remodeled and expanded so square footage and room count differs from public record. Neither seller nor listing agents have verified square footage of home or lot. Disclosures will be posted here when ready. www.815SanLuis.com DISCLOSURE PACKAGE LINK:
  • remarks22: COLETTE FORD - Panoramic Bay Views from this uniquely dramatic and light filled contemporary North Berkeley home sited on a large lot - a combination of utmost luxury and perfection. Open floor plan integrates kitchen, living room & 2-story din room with upper art gallery. Stunning floor-to-ceiling windows and kitchen w. concrete countertops and top-of-the-line appliances & ample storage. Spacious master suite w. vaulted ceilings, huge walk-in closet, fire place and office area. Major systems upgrades, including top-of-the line integrated sound and "smart" audio system, have been installed by current owners - meticulously maintained. Surrounded by lush gardens and multiple terraces and sitting areas including a stunning fountain, the indoor-outdoor flow allows for entertaining, relaxing and dining al-fresco. 1-car garage and storage. Utmost privacy and set in Berkeley’s coveted lower hills close to shopping, parks & the great outdoors, this rare and artistic home is an absolute one-of-kind!
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas Starter, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Stone
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco
  • Builder Name: Mid-century
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • 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: 11752
  • Parcel Number: 612581371

Matterport 3D Tour

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2020
Closed on
Jun 15, 2020
Sold by
Mcmurray Cynthia
Bought by
Moah Aye Moah and Moore Alexander W
Seller's Agent
Colette Ford
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
List Price
$2,400,000
Sold Price
$2,260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$140,000
-5.83%
Current Estimated Value
$2,940,611

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$680,611
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2005
Sold by
Entezami Farah and The Farah Entezami Declaration
Bought by
Mcmurray Cynthia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2005
Sold by
Entezami Farah and The Farah Entezami Declaration
Bought by
Entezami Farah and Jahansouz Reza

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 2002
Sold by
Jahansouz Reza and Jahansouz Farah
Bought by
Jahansouz Reza and Jahansouz Farah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,700
Interest Rate
6.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 19, 2001
Sold by
Jahansouz Reza and Jahansouz Farah
Bought by
Jahansouz Reza and Jahansouz Farah

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2000
Sold by
Greer Randolph P Sturtevant Shelley G
Bought by
Jahansouz Reza and Jahansouz Farah

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$314,500
Interest Rate
7.98%
Source: Public Records

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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
Moah Aye Moah $2,260,000 Chicago Title Company
Mcmurray Cynthia $1,260,000 Placer Title Company
Entezami Farah -- Placer Title Company
Jahansouz Reza -- Placer Title Company
Jahansouz Reza -- Placer Title Company
Jahansouz Reza -- Placer Title Company
Jahansouz Reza $634,500 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mcmurray Cynthia $1,000,000
Previous Owner Jahansouz Reza $300,700
Previous Owner Jahansouz Reza $314,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $2,260,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,260,000 -- --
06/19/2020 06/19/20 Sold $2,260,000 -5.8% $664 / Sq Ft
06/05/2020 06/05/20 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2020 05/20/20 For Sale $2,400,000 -- $705 / 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 $34,921 $2,464,603 $741,481 $1,730,122
2024 $34,921 $2,416,148 $726,944 $1,696,204
2023 $34,299 $2,375,643 $712,693 $1,662,950
2022 $33,746 $2,329,064 $698,719 $1,630,345
2021 $33,874 $2,283,413 $685,024 $1,598,389
2020 $24,269 $1,607,649 $472,303 $1,135,346
2019 $23,336 $1,576,140 $463,046 $1,113,094
2018 $22,945 $1,545,247 $453,970 $1,091,277
2017 $22,176 $1,514,959 $445,072 $1,069,887
2016 $21,491 $1,485,263 $436,348 $1,048,915
2015 $21,202 $1,462,965 $429,797 $1,033,168
2014 $18,540 $1,250,000 $375,000 $875,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Colette Ford

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Colette Ford

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    (510) 823-5735

    19 in this area

    117 Total Sales

    Colette Ford
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  • Anja Plowright

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Anja Plowright

    (510) 593-8376

    26 in this area

    195 Total Sales

    Anja Plowright
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  • Colleen Larkin

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Colleen Larkin

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

    (510) 816-2507

    4 in this area

    68 Total Sales

    Colleen Larkin
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40905435

bridgeMLS

APN: 061-2581-037-01

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Berkeley Hills

815 San Luis Rd, Berkeley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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