Seller's Agent in 2021
Laura Arechiga
(510) 486-1495
8 in this area
81 Total Sales
836 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94707
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,423,000 - $3,105,761
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,642
Sq Ft
$782/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Recreation Room
- 3-minute walk to Grotto Rock Park
About This Home
As of September 2021Spanish “Castle” with Spectacular Views! Architect WH Hooper’s design of this handsome 1920’s Spanish-Mediterranean style home features unusually generous proportions, with room dimensions and ceiling heights that exceed typical homes of this era. Elegantly crafted period details and an adherence to classic, iconic design themes place this home among Berkeley’s most special, authentic vintage homes. • Breathtaking views of the city skyline, bridges and islands • Two-story rounded turret reminiscent of a Spanish castle • Graceful curves and arches typify virtually every space • Extraordinarily large rooms and high ceilings throughout • Grand stairway spirals past tall leaded glass coat-of-arms • Tastefully re-imagined cook’s kitchen with Wolf range • Sun-filled, super-sized master suite with custom bath • Recessed alcoves, secret compartments, opera balcony • Garden room/library with arched double doors to deck • Giant bonus room offers future expansion potential
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $45,147
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 6,667 Sq Ft Lot
- Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
- Landscaped
- Terraced Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- Downtown
Home Design
- Spanish Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by W.H. Hooper
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Mediterranean Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 61258233
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 27, 2021
Closed on
Aug 27, 2021
Sold by
Archer Donald Tor and Wilson Fiona C
Bought by
Shah Neil and Mahadevia Priyanka
Seller's Agent
Laura Arechiga
Buyer's Agent
Carrie McAlister
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,005,000
50.38%
Total Days on Market
10
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
-$151,560
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.41%
Original Mortgage
$2,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,204,540
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$643,900
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2018
Closed on
May 15, 2018
Sold by
Grady Sharon Louise O and Robert A Thompson Living Trust
Bought by
Archer Donald Tor and Wilson Fiona C
Seller's Agent
HOLLY ROSE
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Heather Webster
Compass
List Price
$1,695,000
Sold Price
$1,900,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
12.09%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.94%
Original Mortgage
$1,520,000
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 2011
Sold by
Thompson Robert A
Bought by
Thompson Robert A and Robert A Thompson Living Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shah Neil | $3,000,000 | Old Republic Ttl Co Berkeley | |
| Archer Donald Tor | $1,900,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Thompson Robert A | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Shah Neil | $2,400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Archer Donald Tor | $1,520,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $355,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $359,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $365,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $392,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $394,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $399,950 | |
| Previous Owner | Thompson Robert A | $390,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,900,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $3,000,000 | -- | -- |
| 09/03/2021 09/03/21 | Sold | $3,000,000 | +50.4% | $824 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2021 08/06/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/27/2021 07/27/21 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | +5.0% | $548 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2018 05/23/18 | Sold | $1,900,000 | +12.1% | $598 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2018 05/02/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/17/2018 04/17/18 | For Sale | $1,695,000 | -- | $534 / 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 | $45,147 | $3,121,200 | $936,360 | $2,184,840 |
| 2023 | $44,204 | $3,060,000 | $918,000 | $2,142,000 |
| 2022 | $43,453 | $3,000,000 | $900,000 | $2,100,000 |
| 2021 | $32,184 | $2,025,673 | $599,166 | $1,433,507 |
| 2020 | $30,477 | $2,011,848 | $593,028 | $1,418,820 |
| 2019 | $29,303 | $1,972,400 | $581,400 | $1,391,000 |
| 2018 | $25,675 | $1,670,000 | $501,000 | $1,169,000 |
| 2017 | $10,161 | $394,826 | $261,524 | $133,302 |
| 2016 | $9,580 | $387,086 | $256,397 | $130,689 |
| 2015 | $9,398 | $381,272 | $252,546 | $128,726 |
| 2014 | $9,165 | $373,805 | $247,600 | $126,205 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Arechiga
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Carrie McAlister
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Carrie McAlister
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 292-7838
8 in this area
104 Total Sales
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HOLLY ROSE
Seller's Agent in 2018
HOLLY ROSE
District Homes
(510) 847-0656
-
H
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Heather Webster
Compass
(510) 710-7555
1 in this area
19 Total Sales
Map
Similar Homes in Berkeley, CA
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40959987
APN: 061-2582-033-00
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