NOT LISTED FOR SALE

866 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94707

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,607,000 - $2,412,625

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,093 Sq Ft
$967/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 13, 2018

Last sale price $1,250,000 $597 Per Sq Ft

Est. 62% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,345/month

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Tudor Architecture
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Grotto Rock Park

About This Home

As of November 2018

This home is a phenomenal 1929 Tudor set in the Berkeley Hills. Bask in the perfectly framed view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the extremely large picture window. From the amazing high-beamed ceilings and archways to the stained glass leaded diamond windows, the period details and old-world charm of this home are unmistakable. At lovely entryway there is a large, carved wood staircase with terrific diamond-paned windows with stained glass embellishments. On this level, you’ll find a large and inviting living room and a beautiful formal dining room. There is a Jetsons-style 1960s kitchen with eat-in breakfast area plus interior access to the large one car garage replete with quarter bath*. Downstairs the family room includes laundry, a full bath, and large bedroom. This area opens out onto the lovely deck and garden. Upstairs there are three very large bedrooms and two jack and jill-style full baths that are accessible from either side. *Not on tax records, buyer to verify w/ the city

Last Listed By

Andrea Gordon

Compass License #01233563 Listed on: 10/03/2018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,526

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 5,040 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Terraced Lot
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Property Views

  • Bay
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • North Berkeley Subdivision, Tudor Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 61258237

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,526

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Subdivision Name: NORTH BERKELEY
  • Directions: Marin Ave to Spruce
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Other
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Weather Stripped Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Master Bedroom, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Formal Dining Room, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Terraced Down
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5040
  • Parcel Number: 61258237
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 10, 2022
Sold by
Yau Li and Yau Fengla
Bought by
Wu And Yau Family Trust
Total Days on Market
15
Current Estimated Value
$2,023,406

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2018
Closed on
Nov 5, 2018
Sold by
Freedman Eric E B and Freedman Mervin B
Bought by
Yau Li and Wu Fengla
Seller's Agent
Andrea Gordon
Compass
Buyer's Agent
David Koh
DAVID KOH REALTY
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
$151,000
13.74%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.70%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 28, 2003
Sold by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie E
Bought by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,500
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 19, 2003
Sold by
Mervin B & Marjorie E Freedman Living Tr
Bought by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$111,500
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 30, 2002
Sold by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie E
Bought by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2002
Sold by
Mervin B & Marjorie E Freedman Living Tr
Bought by
Freedman Mervin B and Freedman Marjorie E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$110,000
Interest Rate
7.17%

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
Wu And Yau Family Trust -- --
Yau Li $1,250,000 Chicago Title Company
Freedman Mervin B -- Chicago Title Company
Freedman Mervin B -- Chicago Title Company
Freedman Mervin B -- --
Freedman Mervin B -- Chicago Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Yau Li $0
Previous Owner Li Yau $1,000,000
Previous Owner Yau Li $1,000,000
Previous Owner Freedman Mervin B $111,500
Previous Owner Freedman Mervin B $110,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,250,000 -- --
11/13/2018 11/13/18 Sold $1,250,000 +13.7% $597 / Sq Ft
10/18/2018 10/18/18 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2018 10/03/18 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $525 / 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
2024 $25,526 $1,594,127 $410,111 $1,191,016
2023 $25,371 $1,569,737 $402,071 $1,167,666
2022 $24,307 $1,531,961 $394,188 $1,144,773
2021 $21,223 $1,281,200 $386,460 $901,740
2020 $20,047 $1,275,000 $382,500 $892,500
2019 $19,224 $1,250,000 $375,000 $875,000
2018 $5,664 $133,168 $73,695 $59,473
2017 $5,440 $130,557 $72,250 $58,307
2016 $5,043 $127,997 $70,833 $57,164
2015 $4,933 $126,074 $69,769 $56,305
2014 $4,753 $123,605 $68,403 $55,202
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Andrea Gordon

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Andrea Gordon

    Compass

    (510) 421-6818

    24 in this area

    264 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    David Koh

    DAVID KOH REALTY

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40841139

bridgeMLS

APN: 061-2582-037-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94707 Berkeley Hills

866 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA

Homes for Sale in Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 866 Spruce St, Berkeley, CA 94707 since 03 October 2018 and is currently estimated at $2,023,406, approximately $966 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 866 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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