NOT LISTED FOR SALE

955 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,504,000 - $1,805,528

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,764 Sq Ft
$955/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 21, 2020

Last sale price $1,450,000 $822 Per Sq Ft

Est. 16% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,276/month

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of May 2020

For comp purposes only. After a long day, escape to your own private enclave, with light-filled spaces, gorgeous gardens, & dazzling San Francisco &Golden Gate views! 3-bedroom, 2-bath main residence, plus a detached guest suite with a full bath. Separate art studio/office (make art, write your next brilliant novel or paper, or handle client calls in a serene garden setting). Large living room with expansive windows overlooking the bay, beamed vaulted ceilings, random plank hardwood floors, & a wood-burning fireplace. You’ll love using produce from your own yard to craft mouthwatering meals in the updated kitchen, while watching the sunset over the Golden Gate Bridge! Great location near Tilden Park (hiking, picnic areas, merry-go-round, steam trains, golf, Little Farm, Lake Anza, Botanic Garden!), w easy access to UC Berkeley & all the great shops & restaurants in the North Shattuck & Solano Avenue corridors. Convenient public transportation one block over to campus, BART & downtown.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marilyn Garcia

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01355514 Listed on: 05/21/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathleen Wilson

Red Oak Realty License #01343881

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,179

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 8,900 Sq Ft Lot

Property Views

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

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Metal Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Berkeley Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 63312062

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,179

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Hills
  • Directions: From Marin, south on Creston
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8900
  • Parcel Number: 63312062

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 2021
Sold by
Edmiston John Kearney and Miller Lindsay Margaret
Bought by
Edmiston John Kearney and Miller Lindsay Margaret
Current Estimated Value
$1,683,882

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 21, 2020
Closed on
Apr 27, 2020
Sold by
Boser Bernhard Ernst and Guyon Isabelle Madeleine
Bought by
Edmiston John Kearney and Miller Lindsay Margaret
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Garcia
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Kathleen Wilson
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,400,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.57%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.96%
Original Mortgage
$1,160,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,039,096
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$644,786

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2012
Sold by
Boser Bernhard Ernst and Guyon Isabelle Madeleine
Bought by
Boser Bernhard Ernst and Guyon Isabelle Madeleine
Source: Public Records

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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
Edmiston John Kearney -- Old Republic Title
Edmiston John Kearney $1,450,000 Old Republic Ttl Co Berkeley
Boser Bernhard Ernst -- None Available
Boser Bernhard Ernst -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Edmiston John Kearney $1,160,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,450,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,450,000 -- --
05/21/2020 05/21/20 Sold $1,450,000 +3.6% $822 / Sq Ft
05/21/2020 05/21/20 Pending -- -- --
05/21/2020 05/21/20 For Sale $1,400,000 -- $794 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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
2024 $23,179 $1,547,674 $466,402 $1,088,272
2023 $22,206 $1,524,195 $457,258 $1,066,937
2022 $21,799 $1,487,311 $448,293 $1,046,018
2021 $21,884 $1,458,021 $439,506 $1,025,515
2020 $10,512 $598,906 $175,476 $423,430
2019 $10,050 $587,163 $172,035 $415,128
2018 $9,853 $575,651 $168,662 $406,989
2017 $9,491 $564,365 $165,355 $399,010
2016 $9,141 $553,303 $162,114 $391,189
2015 $9,005 $544,995 $159,680 $385,315
2014 $8,865 $534,321 $156,553 $377,768
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Marilyn Garcia

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

  • Kathleen Wilson

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Kathleen Wilson

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 919-1712

    8 in this area

    61 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40905562

bridgeMLS

APN: 063-3120-062-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

955 Creston Rd, Berkeley, CA

This home is located at 955 Creston Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708 since 21 May 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,683,882, approximately $954 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 955 Creston Rd 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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