Rarely does a property like this come on the market in the heart of the historic Claremont neighborhood! Striking metamorphosis from the past to the present, this home was meticulously redesigned from top to bottom and underwent a comprehensive overhaul, stripping it down to the studs for a modern renaissance. Blending the 1919 Edna Deakin exterior with a contemporary Craftsman interior, it is a fusion of timeless elegance and cutting-edge innovation. Boasting state-of-the-art systems, premium fixtures, & impeccable custom finishes, it radiates luxury throughout. The expansive open living/dining area spans the entire length of the home leading to a spacious deck with distant views. The chef's kitchen features honed marble counters, a LaCanche range imported from France, a Sub-Zero fridge, Miele dishwasher, and a Gagggenau oven. Upstairs, 2 bedrooms, including the opulent primary suite with a walk-in closet & deck for a private retreat. On the lower level, 3 addl. bedrooms, including a guest suite & convenient kitchenette. Generously proportioned family room opens to a deck and enchanting gardens, creating an ideal space for relaxation. Garage for storage and workshop adds convenience. This residence epitomizes stunning design, the pinnacle of luxury living in Berkeley.
Sold for $3,250,000
$3,250,000
170 Hillcrest Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
5beds
3,408sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1919
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$3,276,800 Zestimate®
$954/sqft
$7,882 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,276,800
$3.01M - $3.57M
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Contemporary craftsman interiorModern renaissanceDistant viewsHistoric claremont neighborhoodPremium fixturesTimeless eleganceSpacious deck
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Listed by:
Anja Plowright DRE #01351797 510-593-8376,
The Grubb Co. Inc.,
Colette Ford DRE #01158883 510-823-5735,
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with:
Emma Dolgin, DRE #02113494
The GRUBB Company
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41052911
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Utility Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Den, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,408
- Total interior livable area: 3,408 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Parking on Site
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Garden/Play, Terraced Down
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 64425242
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1919
Details
- Builder name: Duffy Const.
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $954/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,315,000
- Date on market: 3/15/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/25/2024 | Sold | $3,250,000+8.5%$954/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41052911 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Pending sale | $2,995,000$879/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41052911 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,995,000-9.1%$879/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41052911 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41047029 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,295,000+172.3%$967/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41047029 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2018 | Listing removed | $4,700$1/sqft |
Source: Mira Vista Properties Report a problem | ||
| 5/18/2018 | Price change | $4,700-6%$1/sqft |
Source: Mira Vista Properties Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2018 | Price change | $5,000-15.3%$1/sqft |
Source: Mira Vista Properties Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2018 | Price change | $5,900-9.2%$2/sqft |
Source: Mira Vista Properties Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2018 | Listed for rent | $6,500$2/sqft |
Source: Mira Vista Properties Report a problem | ||
| 2/1/2018 | Sold | $1,210,000-6.9%$355/sqft |
Source:  MLSListings Inc #ML81684665 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000-5.3%$381/sqft |
Source: New Light Realty #ML81684665 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2017 | Sold | $1,372,356+19.3%$403/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/23/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+53.3%$337/sqft |
Source: MAURA ALLEN BROKER #40794378 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2004 | Sold | $750,000$220/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $3,315,000 +114.6% |
| 2024 | $25,166 +9.5% | $1,544,755 +16.7% |
| 2023 | $22,987 +13.2% | $1,323,292 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,309 -0.7% | $1,297,349 +2% |
| 2021 | $20,449 +5.8% | $1,271,915 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,325 +3.8% | $1,258,884 +2% |
| 2019 | $18,614 +30.9% | $1,234,200 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $14,220 | $1,200,000 +33.2% |
| 2017 | $14,220 +3.5% | $900,734 +2% |
| 2016 | $13,738 +2.7% | $883,080 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $13,379 | $869,820 +2% |
| 2014 | $13,379 | $852,787 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $848,940 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $832,297 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $815,984 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $809,887 +1.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $800,000 +0.5% |
| 2008 | -- | $795,900 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $780,300 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $765,000 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $750,000 +541.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $116,947 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $114,804 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $112,553 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,720 | $110,346 |
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Neighborhood: Claremont
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