Fab. brown shingle residence plus 2 units in the heart of Berkeley’s Elmwood! Designed by William A. Knowles (1874-1916), this architecturally stunning Arts & Crafts property blends timeless charm w/modern convenience. Spacious 4BR/2.5BA main res. & 2 private 1BR units, it is perfect for multi-generational living or income. Surrounded by mature landscaping, main house has spacious front porch & inviting entry. Inside, the generous LR w/ natural light, tall ceilings, stately fireplace & elegant HWF. Formal DR opens to front porch, while the renovated kitchen boasts high-end appliances, storage & laundry. Adjoining BD & powder rm. can be guest space/office or even professional practice (has its own entry). Upstairs - large bdrms & 2 beautiful baths (primary newly updated), charming sun rm. w/ adjoining porch off primary suite = perfect retreat. Around the corner, 2 cozy & updated 1BR/1BA units each w/ kit & shared laundry, offering privacy/flexibility for guests/tenants/home office. Home and income - the best of both worlds near shops/dining/culture/top-rated schools & easy access to transport.
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
2799 Piedmont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
6beds
5baths
4,300sqft
Triplex
Built in 1912
-- sqft lot
$2,415,700 Zestimate®
$581/sqft
$2,375 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,415,700
$2.17M - $2.68M
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Stately fireplaceCharming sun rmSurrounded by mature landscapingElegant hwfNatural lightSpacious front porchTall ceilings
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Listed by:
Anja Plowright DRE #01351797 510-593-8376,
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with:
Katherine Polvorosa, DRE #02021145
Redfin
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41090835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Updated Baths, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,300
- Total interior livable area: 4,300 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Garden/Play
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 53170166
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Triplex
Materials
- Wood Shingles
Condition
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $581/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $467,101
- Annual tax amount: $14,855
- Date on market: 3/26/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2025 | Sold | $2,500,000+31.9%$581/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41090835 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2025 | Pending sale | $1,895,000$441/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41090835 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,895,000+172.7%$441/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41090835 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2017 | Sold | $695,000+7.3%$162/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2010 | Sold | $648,000$151/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,855 +18.4% | $467,101 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,545 +2.6% | $457,943 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,228 +3% | $448,964 +2% |
| 2022 | $11,874 +0.5% | $440,161 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,816 +9.2% | $431,532 +1% |
| 2020 | $10,818 +8.2% | $427,108 +2% |
| 2019 | $10,001 +6.5% | $418,734 +2% |
| 2018 | $9,394 | $410,524 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,394 +6.3% | $402,476 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,839 +1.6% | $394,586 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $8,702 | $388,661 +2% |
| 2014 | $8,702 | $381,049 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $379,327 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $371,892 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $364,601 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $361,878 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $362,739 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $355,627 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $348,656 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $341,821 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $335,119 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $328,559 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $322,539 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $316,213 +2% |
| 2001 | $5,970 | $310,012 |
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Neighborhood: Elmwood
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- 7/10Emerson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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