Oggi Kashi
North Point Real Estate
(415) 619-5117
38 Total Sales
1 in Claremont
$850,000 Price
85 El Camino Real Berkeley, CA 94705
Claremont NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,562,000 - $3,743,000
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,240
Sq Ft
$1,021/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Heated Spa
- Family Room with Fireplace
- John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- 4-minute walk to Oak Park
About This Home
As of May 2026A thoughtfully designed Mid-Century home that captures natural light & sweeping views from nearly every room. Clean lines, expansive Bay windows & radiant heated floors create a warm, modern living environment. The custom Berkeley Mills kitchen is both functional and refined, featuring a wall-to-wall pantry w/pull-out storage. Sliding glass doors open from the dining area to a view deck, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The main level includes 2 addit'l bedrooms & a full bath, while the primary suite offers a peaceful, treehouse-like retreat w/walk-in closet & en-suite bath. The lower level provides flexible living w/two bedrooms, a kitchen & addit'l space w/direct access to a hot tub—ideal for guests or extended living. Addit'l features include an elevator, 2 fireplaces, wine cellar, remote-controlled blinds & a 3-car garage w/workshop & storage. Just moments from College Ave shops, UC Berkeley, Claremont Club, parks + Hwy 13. A rare chance to own a beautifully preserved Mid-Century Home in one of Berkeley’s most loved neighborhoods. Home energy score: 2
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #01241501 Listed on: 04/08/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 6,300 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Up
- Front Yard
Parking
- 3 Car Direct Access Garage
- Workshop in Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Views of the Bay Bridge
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,240 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Window Treatments
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Home Office
- Workshop
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Concrete
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Solid Surface Bath Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
- Window or Skylight in Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
Additional Features
- Accessible Elevator Installed
- Heated Spa
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Paul Lucas Hamilton
- Claremont Subdivision
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2026
Closed on
Apr 24, 2026
Sold by
Buffler Richard and Richard Buffler Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Jason Mitchell
Compass
List Price
$2,995,000
Sold Price
$3,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$805,000
26.88%
Views
39
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
-$527,869
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-34.37%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2025
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and Richard T Buffler Trust
Bought by
Richard T Buffler Trust and Buffler Bypass Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 31, 2020
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and The Richard Buffler Trust
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and The Richard Buffler Trust
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$852,500
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 2014
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Richard T
Bought by
Buffler Bypass Trust and Richard Buffler Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 28, 2011
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$729,750
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 12, 2010
Sold by
Buffler Patricia A and Buffler Richard T
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2002
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$825,000
Interest Rate
2.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2000
Sold by
Buffler Patricia A and Buffler Richard T
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 1994
Sold by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Bought by
Buffler Richard T and Buffler Patricia A
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Claremont, CA
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Oggi Kashi
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Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Responds QuicklyVillage Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
71 Total Sales
8 in Claremont
$10K - $2.5M Price Range
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Judy Richardson
Judy Richardson
Red Oak Realty
(510) 998-3315
44 Total Sales
2 in Claremont
$2,150,000 Price Range
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TIFFANY LEFOUR
TIFFANY LEFOUR
The GRUBB Company
(925) 255-9321
89 Total Sales
2 in Claremont
$2,050,000 Price Range
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Sally Han
Sally Han
(510) 544-0866
50 Total Sales
2 in Claremont
$1,900,000 Price Range
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Sarah Torney
Sarah Torney
Responds QuicklyBhg Re Reliance Partners
(925) 258-2413
83 Total Sales
1 in Claremont
$3,000,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $2,596,273 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| Richard T Buffler Trust | -- | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Buffler Bypass Trust | -- | None Available | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | None Available | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Chicago Title Co | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | -- | |
| Buffler Richard T | -- | Fidelity National Title Ins |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $852,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $845,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $625,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $729,750 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $300,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $833,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $825,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Richard T | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Buffler Patricia A | $585,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/04/2026 05/04/26 | Sold | $3,800,000 | +26.9% | $1,173 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2026 04/22/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/08/2026 04/08/26 | For Sale | $2,995,000 | -- | $924 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $21,268 | $1,121,271 | $324,655 | $803,616 |
| 2025 | $21,268 | $1,099,151 | $318,290 | $787,861 |
| 2024 | $19,144 | $1,077,463 | $312,049 | $772,414 |
| 2023 | $18,681 | $1,063,201 | $305,931 | $757,270 |
| 2022 | $18,469 | $1,035,358 | $299,934 | $742,424 |
| 2021 | $18,492 | $1,014,921 | $294,053 | $727,868 |
| 2020 | $17,458 | $1,011,443 | $291,038 | $720,405 |
| 2019 | $16,710 | $991,613 | $285,332 | $706,281 |
| 2018 | $16,386 | $972,171 | $279,738 | $692,433 |
| 2017 | $15,830 | $953,111 | $274,253 | $678,858 |
| 2016 | $15,256 | $934,425 | $268,876 | $665,549 |
| 2015 | $15,028 | $920,394 | $264,839 | $655,555 |
| 2014 | $14,827 | $902,366 | $259,651 | $642,715 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
JW
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jenny Wang
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
-
Jason Mitchell
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jason Mitchell
Compass
(510) 220-4111
2 in this area
55 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41130064
APN: 064-4243-013-03
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