Seller's Agent in 2024
April McNicholas
Future Homes and Real Estate
(530) 320-3571
1 in this area
62 Total Sales
930 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,795
Sq Ft
5,153
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Marina View
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Custom Home
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of October 2024Welcome to this classic Craftsman Tudor in prestigious Berkeley Hills. Opposite of San Francisco with view of the city, Bay Bridge and Golden Gate bridge from every west facing window. Large corner lot allows privacy. Nestled at the top of the mountain and only a street away from Tilden Regional Park walking trails, yet still walking distance to UC Berkeley campus and Lawrence Lab. Just a short drive to Berkeley's fabulous restaurants, shops and award winning schools. Bus stop just past the house and BART is close by. Brick walkways, mature landscaping and that classic Tudor style grabs you the minute you walk in the front door. Wood beams outline your entrance and beautiful tall open wood beam ceilings in the family and dining rooms. Solid wood front door, inviting spacious entry. Traditional hard wood floors are warm and lends to the classic Berkeley atmosphere This 1938 built home has been well maintained while keeping its traditional charm. Grand family room with oversized fireplace and wall of windows that lead to your brick covered patio overlooking the San Francisco Bay. 3-4 bedrooms, 2 baths, oversized dining room, kitchen and separate laundry. Home is all one level with the exception of the step-down covered brick patio and the 2 car garage downstairs.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Future Homes and Real Estate License #01711606 Listed on: 08/06/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,530
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 5,153 Sq Ft Lot
- West Facing Home
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Inside Entrance
- Rear-Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Guest Parking
Property Views
- Marina
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Craftsman Architecture
- Tudor Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,795 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Beamed Ceilings
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Sun or Florida Room
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Tile Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Linoleum
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Window or Skylight in Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry Cabinets
- 220 Volts In Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Covered Courtyard
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Central Heating
- Property is located within a water district
- High Speed Internet
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 0632-9680-01
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- North Cragmont Subdivision
Building Details
- Net Lease
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 6, 2024
Closed on
Oct 24, 2024
Sold by
Grace P Fretter Living Trust and Fretter Gretchen
Bought by
Mccrystal-Stanczyk Ian and Huang Yunqiao
Seller's Agent
April McNicholas
Future Homes and Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Brandon Tran
Compass
List Price
$2,200,000
Sold Price
$1,570,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$630,000
-28.64%
Views
75
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
-$11,704
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.14%
Original Mortgage
$1,070,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,060,581
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$493,264
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 9, 2003
Sold by
Fretter Grace F and Fretter Grace P
Bought by
Fretter Grace P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$234,000
Interest Rate
5.46%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 4, 2003
Sold by
Fretter Grace P
Bought by
Fretter Grace P and Grace P Fretter Living Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 1999
Sold by
Chu Kai and Swarthout Elizabeth
Bought by
Fretter Grace P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Interest Rate
7.2%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,570,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Placer Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $575,000 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,070,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Future Advance Clause Open End Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $165,203 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,152,384 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $234,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $228,300 | Small Business Administration | |
| Previous Owner | $240,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $200,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | Sold | $1,570,000 | 0.0% | $875 / Sq Ft |
| 09/27/2024 09/27/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2024 09/24/24 | Price Changed | $1,570,000 | -7.1% | $875 / Sq Ft |
| 08/28/2024 08/28/24 | Price Changed | $1,690,000 | -23.2% | $942 / Sq Ft |
| 08/06/2024 08/06/24 | For Sale | $2,200,000 | -- | $1,226 / Sq Ft |
Source: MetroList
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 | $22,530 | $1,563,000 | $471,000 | $1,099,000 |
| 2024 | $22,530 | $1,579,610 | $475,983 | $1,110,627 |
| 2023 | $4,790 | $1,548,500 | $466,650 | $1,088,850 |
| 2022 | $4,626 | $112,214 | $68,386 | $50,828 |
| 2021 | $4,585 | $109,877 | $67,046 | $49,831 |
| 2020 | $4,162 | $115,680 | $66,359 | $49,321 |
| 2019 | $3,803 | $113,412 | $65,058 | $48,354 |
| 2018 | $3,692 | $111,188 | $63,782 | $47,406 |
| 2017 | $3,529 | $109,008 | $62,532 | $46,476 |
| 2016 | $3,281 | $106,871 | $61,306 | $45,565 |
| 2015 | $3,215 | $105,266 | $60,385 | $44,881 |
| 2014 | $3,091 | $103,205 | $59,203 | $44,002 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
April McNicholas
-
Brandon Tran
B
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Brandon Tran
Compass
(510) 982-4400
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Eileen Townsend
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Eileen Townsend
COMPASS
(510) 725-7422
7 in this area
74 Total Sales
Map
Source: MetroList
MLS Number: 224079270
APN: 063-2968-001-00
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