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Seller's Agent in 2020
Anthony Cassel
Kw Advisors East Bay
889 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,552,000 - $1,904,000
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,846
Sq Ft
$936/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Guest House
- Updated Kitchen
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Spa
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of November 2020Nestled in this stunning & private setting, 889 Creston greets you with its magnificent grounds; Large flat yard space w/multiple seating areas, lush landscaping, bountiful urban garden & secluded hot tub. The no expense spared renovation resonates in the 2 bed, 1.5 bath main home & detached 3rd bedroom/studio w/.5 bath. Exposed wood beams high above emphasize the rooms immense dimensions, & gorgeous maple floors continue along with the phenomenal composition of the home. When it is time to whip up something delicious, head to the kitchen, grab some freshly picked vegetables out of the fridge, heat up the Viking range or Bosch speed oven, & set some cutting boards out on the natural honed marble countertops. Relax at the end of the day with a soak in the hot tub, or playing with your kids & pets in the large yard space, or just enjoying the Bay & SF Views all from your own private sanctuary.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Anthony Cassel
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01475854 Listed on: 09/30/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,361
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 10,829 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
- Sprinklers Throughout Yard
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Spa
- Outdoor Storage
Additional Homes
- Guest House
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 63312045
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 26, 2016
Sold by
Sturgeon Arthur J and The Sturgeon Family Trust
Bought by
Sheldon Zoe Jewett
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2016
Sold by
Kling Matthew Moore
Bought by
Sheldon Zoe Jewett
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 10, 1994
Sold by
Sturgeon Arthur J
Bought by
Sturgeon Arthur J and The Sturgeon Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 2, 1994
Sold by
Sturgeon Arthur J
Bought by
Sturgeon Arthur J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sheldon Zoe Jewett | $1,540,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Sheldon Zoe Jewett | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Sturgeon Arthur J | -- | -- | |
| Sturgeon Arthur J | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Sheldon Zo Jewett | $370,000 | |
| Closed | Sheldon Zoe Jewett | $79,000 | |
| Closed | Sheldon Zoe Jewett | $51,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $149,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Sturgeon Arthur J | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $300,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $30,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blau Leonard | $30,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,155,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/23/2020 11/23/20 | Sold | $2,155,000 | +35.5% | $1,167 / Sq Ft |
| 10/14/2020 10/14/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/30/2020 09/30/20 | For Sale | $1,590,000 | -- | $861 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $24,361 | $1,719,134 | $517,829 | $1,208,305 |
| 2024 | $24,361 | $1,685,295 | $507,678 | $1,184,617 |
| 2023 | $23,839 | $1,659,125 | $497,727 | $1,161,398 |
| 2022 | $23,643 | $1,619,594 | $487,968 | $1,138,626 |
| 2021 | $24,424 | $1,587,700 | $478,400 | $1,116,300 |
| 2020 | $18,631 | $1,244,050 | $378,847 | $865,203 |
| 2019 | $18,052 | $1,219,662 | $371,420 | $848,242 |
| 2018 | $17,751 | $1,195,756 | $364,140 | $831,616 |
| 2017 | $17,082 | $1,162,800 | $357,000 | $805,800 |
| 2016 | $8,098 | $480,910 | $137,832 | $343,078 |
| 2015 | $7,880 | $473,688 | $135,762 | $337,926 |
| 2014 | $7,797 | $464,410 | $133,103 | $331,307 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Laura Margulius
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Laura Margulius
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners
(510) 301-7380
2 in this area
15 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40922762
APN: 063-3120-045-00
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