Perry Gastis
Bridges 8 Real Estate
(650) 502-5378
83 Total Sales
5 in Berkeley Hills
$1.3M - $3.2M Price Range
898 Spruce St Berkeley, CA 94707
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $2,919,395
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,354
Sq Ft
$870/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Premium Lot
- 1-minute walk to Grotto Rock Park
About This Home
As of June 2025Spectacular view residence in the heart of the coveted North Berkeley Hills. This stately and sophisticated home is an entertainer’s dream, offering 5BR/3.5BA across 4,000+ sqft of elegant indoor/outdoor living, including a show-stopping panoramic view deck. The Golden Gate Bridge takes center stage from the grand formal living and dining rooms, framed by wall-to-wall windows and soaring 9' ceilings. Natural light fills the home from every angle, including a chef’s kitchen, featuring large eat-in island, garden-facing bay window, abundant cabinetry, and SS appliances. A striking study with marble fireplace and lacquered built-ins offers a stylish home office or cozy den, with powder room nearby. Upstairs, 4 spacious corner bedrooms await, including a luxurious primary suite with double closets, office nook, and en-suite bath perched above the treetops. A sun-filled bonus room and globally inspired hallway bath add unique charm. The flexible lower level includes an en-suite bedroom with private entry perfect for guests, au pair, or potential ADU. Attached two-car garage, laundry room, and generous storage complete the home. Just minutes to Solano Ave, Gourmet District, UC Berkeley, Cragmont Elementary, and miles of scenic trails. The view home you’ve been waiting for has arrived!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty License #02135446 Listed on: 05/14/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Ellen Diamond
Compass License #01827789
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 5,265 Sq Ft Lot
- Premium Lot
- Corner Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Combination Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Bitumen Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Stone Fireplace
- Laundry in Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Berkeley Heights Subdivision, Traditional Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 61258241
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 14, 2025
Closed on
Jun 9, 2025
Sold by
Irrevocable Trust For Joseph J Marcheso and Marcheso Joseph J
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Mohammad Aghababa
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Buyer's Agent
Ellen Diamond
Compass
List Price
$1,995,000
Sold Price
$3,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
$1,005,000
50.38%
Views
43
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
-$80,605
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.19%
Original Mortgage
$2,699,700
Outstanding Balance
$2,657,075
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$262,320
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 23, 2013
Sold by
Bailey Blackie David A and Bailey Blackie Ann
Bought by
Marcheso Joseph J and Diaz Mercedes
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 23, 1998
Sold by
Hui Kenneth and Hui Rowena
Bought by
Bailey Blackie David A and Bailey Blackie Ann
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 1996
Sold by
Lahr Philip A
Bought by
Hui Kenneth and Hui Rowena
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 17, 1994
Sold by
Lahr Philip A and Bermudez Barbara A
Bought by
Lahr Philip A and Bermudez Barbara A
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Berkeley Hills, CA
-
Perry Gastis
-
Marc Guay
Marc Guay
(628) 230-5948
38 Total Sales
1 in Berkeley Hills
$1,900,000 Price
-
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
(510) 495-1339
83 Total Sales
1 in Berkeley Hills
$1,930,000 Price
-
Kelly Crawford
Kelly Crawford
Vanguard Properties
(925) 396-7158
217 Total Sales
1 in Berkeley Hills
$950,000 Price
-
WARREN RODGERSON
WARREN RODGERSON
Winkler Real Estate Group
(650) 550-1450
19 Total Sales
1 in Berkeley Hills
$2,250,000 Price
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John Woodruff
John Woodruff
Aethos Real Estate
(628) 200-7963
55 Total Sales
1 in Berkeley Hills
$1,100,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $3,000,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| Marcheso Joseph J | $1,595,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Bailey Blackie David A | $635,000 | Chicago Title Co | |
| Hui Kenneth | -- | American Title Ins Co | |
| Lahr Philip A | $80,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $2,699,700 | ||
| Previous Owner | Marcheso Joseph J | $960,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $665,200 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $687,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $210,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $80,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $768,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $650,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Blackie David A | $126,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/24/2025 06/24/25 | Sold | $3,000,000 | +50.4% | $894 / Sq Ft |
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,995,000 | -- | -- |
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/14/2025 05/14/25 | For Sale | $1,995,000 | -- | $595 / 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 | $31,910 | $3,060,000 | $918,000 | $2,142,000 |
| 2025 | $30,199 | $1,955,166 | $586,550 | $1,368,616 |
| 2024 | $30,199 | $1,916,838 | $575,051 | $1,341,787 |
| 2023 | $29,476 | $1,879,260 | $563,778 | $1,315,482 |
| 2022 | $29,068 | $1,842,415 | $552,724 | $1,289,691 |
| 2021 | $29,161 | $1,806,304 | $541,891 | $1,264,413 |
| 2020 | $27,710 | $1,787,787 | $536,336 | $1,251,451 |
| 2019 | $26,727 | $1,752,744 | $525,823 | $1,226,921 |
| 2018 | $26,286 | $1,718,388 | $515,516 | $1,202,872 |
| 2017 | $25,087 | $1,684,701 | $505,410 | $1,179,291 |
| 2016 | $24,329 | $1,651,670 | $495,501 | $1,156,169 |
| 2015 | $23,998 | $1,626,867 | $488,060 | $1,138,807 |
| 2014 | $23,777 | $1,595,000 | $478,500 | $1,116,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mohammad Aghababa
Seller's Agent in 2025
Mohammad Aghababa
Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
(510) 910-5138
8 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
ED
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Ellen Diamond
Compass
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41097051
APN: 061-2582-041-00
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