$2,200,000

Estimated payment $14,004/month

Total Views 542
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,048 Sq Ft
$1,074 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • John Muir Elementary School Rated A-
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 4-minute walk to Oak Park

About This Home

A Rare Architectural Legacy! Built in 1912 by Walter Ratcliff, this exceptional 3BD/2.5BA residence offers a rare chance to own a beautifully preserved piece of Berkeley’s storied past thoughtfully updated for modern living. Set on an 8,820 sf lot, the 2,048 sf home is surrounded by tiered, landscaped gardens with mature trees, vibrant blooms, & multiple seating areas. A motorized gate opens to a brick-paver driveway with space for 5 vehicles. Inside, the grand living room is anchored by striking, meticulously restored leaded glass windows—a hallmark of the home's architectural pedigree—soaring cathedral ceilings, & a plaster-surround fireplace. The formal dining room features original built-ins, garden views, & a second fireplace. A fully remodeled chef’s kitchen includes a marble island, custom cabinetry, & premium appliances. Throughout the home: hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, custom stairwell, & finely crafted woodwork. The primary suite offers a sitting area, walk-in closet, & bonus storage. Additional highlights include remodeled baths, Elfa® closets, secret bedroom nook, tankless water heater, laundry, shed, & secured gate. Step into timeless elegance and become the next steward of this iconic Berkeley residence. This is more than a home—it’s a piece of history.

Listing Agent

Elena Mendelson

Compass License #01883139 Listed on: 07/08/2025

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $22,247

Year Built

  • Built in 1912

Lot Details

  • 8,820 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard

Home Design

  • Tudor Architecture
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Flooring
  • Security Gate

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Private Parking
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Parking Lot

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by W. Ratcliff
  • Claremont Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 64422616

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$22,247

Year Built

Built in 1912

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Claremont
  • Directions: Hwy 13 > Tunnel Rd.
  • Architectural Style: Tudor
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning, See Remarks
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Security Gate
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Builder Name: W. Ratcliff
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Parking Lot, No Garage, Private, Uncovered Parking Space

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8820
  • Parcel Number: 64422616

Map

Range of Values:

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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 $22,247 $1,443,700 $464,224 $986,476
2023 $21,737 $1,422,262 $455,124 $967,138
2022 $21,308 $1,387,375 $446,200 $948,175
2021 $21,374 $1,360,037 $437,452 $929,585
2020 $20,303 $1,353,025 $432,968 $920,057
2019 $19,582 $1,326,500 $424,480 $902,020
2018 $19,255 $1,300,500 $416,160 $884,340
2017 $18,601 $1,275,000 $408,000 $867,000
2016 $18,055 $1,250,000 $400,000 $850,000
2015 $8,100 $398,015 $110,700 $287,315
2014 $7,931 $390,220 $108,532 $281,688
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2025 07/08/25 For Sale $2,200,000 -- $1,074 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,250,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $650,000 New Conventional
Closed $930,000 New Conventional
Closed $1,000,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $375,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $292,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $273,300 Unknown
Previous Owner $226,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $20,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41103929

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 064-4226-016-00