NOT LISTED FOR SALE

920 Grizzly Peak Blvd Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,123,000 - $2,591,545

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,310 Sq Ft
$712/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 25, 2021

Last sale price $2,350,000 $710 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $15,510/month

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of February 2021

Sweeping panoramic city, bay & bridge views, flexible living spaces, & multiple outdoor entertaining areas are highlights of this Mid-Century Modern Golden Duplex. 7 BD 4 BA in total: The main house consists of 5 BD 3 BA. On the main level, a natural light drenched foyer leads to dramatic windows featuring unobstructed views of the Golden Gate & Bay Bridges. There is no shortage of views on the lower level, where a balcony off the second spacious living space features a panorama of the Berkeley Hills & SF Bay. The separate 2nd unit (199 Forest Ln) rounds out this ~1/3 acre property with 2 BD 1 BA, kitchen & in-unit laundry at ~750 sq ft: perfect for rental income, multi-generational living, gym or office. The landscaped backyard offers a cove to admire mature fruit trees & a large lawn to sunbathe. Or, BBQ on the private patio connected to the main house kitchen. Recent seismic retrofitting, sewer lateral & BESO compliance make this sprawling property move-in ready.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Louie

Compass License #02054868 Listed on: 02/25/2021

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Sean Fruth

Vanguard Properties License #01293763

Vanguard Properties

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $36,727

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Carport

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Built-In Range
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 63296429

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$36,727

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.32
  • Subdivision Name: BERKELEY HILLS
  • Directions: Google Maps
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Other
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, In-Law Floorplan, Stone Counters
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, City
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Utilities: Internet Available
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13768
  • Parcel Number: 63296429
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 25, 2021
Closed on
Feb 23, 2021
Sold by
Nguyen Jennie Mai and Kearns Ryan
Bought by
Chen Christopher K and Slack Lauren Michelle
Seller's Agent
Brian Louie
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sean Fruth
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$2,099,000
Sold Price
$2,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$251,000
11.96%
Current Estimated Value
$2,357,273

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$7,273
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.68%
Original Mortgage
$1,762,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,579,562
Interest Rate
2.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,072,679

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 6, 2018
Sold by
Hamblin Cheryl Lynn and Fa Hamblin Trust
Bought by
Nguyen Jennie Mai and Kearns Ryan

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,330,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2010
Sold by
Hamblin Frances Ann
Bought by
Hamblin Cheryl Lynn and Fa Hamblin Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2004
Sold by
Hamblin Frances Ann and Hamblin Family Trust
Bought by
Hamblin Frances Ann and Hamblin Family Trust
Source: Public Records

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
Chen Christopher K $2,350,000 Old Republic Title Company
Nguyen Jennie Mai $1,900,000 Chicago Title Company
Hamblin Cheryl Lynn -- None Available
Hamblin Frances Ann -- None Available
Hamblin Frances Ann -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chen Christopher K $1,762,500
Previous Owner Nguyen Jennie Mai $1,306,000
Previous Owner Nguyen Jennie Mai $1,306,000
Previous Owner Nguyen Jennie Mai $1,330,000
Previous Owner Hamblin Frances Ann $390,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,350,000 -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 Sold $2,350,000 +12.0% $710 / Sq Ft
02/25/2021 02/25/21 Pending -- -- --
02/25/2021 02/25/21 For Sale $2,099,000 -- $634 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $36,727 $2,536,686 $763,106 $1,780,580
2024 $36,727 $2,486,820 $748,146 $1,745,674
2023 $36,190 $2,444,940 $733,482 $1,711,458
2022 $35,182 $2,390,000 $719,100 $1,677,900
2021 $31,840 $1,951,064 $824,448 $1,133,616
2020 $29,230 $1,938,000 $816,000 $1,122,000
2019 $28,274 $1,900,000 $800,000 $1,100,000
2018 $14,760 $795,833 $265,842 $529,991
2017 $6,350 $132,457 $36,758 $95,699
2016 $5,933 $129,861 $36,038 $93,823
2015 $5,427 $127,910 $35,496 $92,414
2014 $6,071 $125,405 $34,801 $90,604
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Brian Louie

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Brian Louie

    Compass

    (415) 935-3030

    3 in this area

    36 Total Sales

    Brian Louie
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  • Sean Fruth

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Sean Fruth

    Vanguard Properties

    (510) 883-7000

    3 in this area

    67 Total Sales

    Sean Fruth
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 40935802

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 063-2964-029-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

920 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 920 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 25 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $2,357,273, approximately $712 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 920 Grizzly Peak Blvd 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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