Sold1084d on marketHistoric · 101 yrs
139 Alvarado Rd
Berkeley, CA, 94705 • Claremont • Alameda County
$3,550,000
$1406/sqft
4Beds
4Baths
2,525Sqft
0.16 acLot
1925Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Direct water access
Scenic Views
Bay · City Lights · San Francisco
Traditional Style
Built 1925 · 101 years of history
Enhanced Security
Security Alarm - Owned · Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) · Security Fence
2 Fireplaces
Insert · Living Room
1-Car Garage
Int Access From Garage · Garage Faces Front
Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 1084 days ago · 13 views
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
13 views
People checking out this listing
1084 days on market
Established listing
$1,406/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
ModerateThis home ranks in the top 31% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1925 · Historic
Classicism, symmetry and modern convenience combine in this jewel of the Claremont neighborhood. Completely remodeled by Jarvis Architects in 2011, 139 Alvarado is a light-filled sanctuary only steps from the Claremont Hotel and Club, Domingo Avenue shops, and numerous walking trails. The home features three bedrooms and three baths in the main house, and a beautifully appointed cottage in the backyard with an additional bed and bath, adjoining hot tub and big bay views. Use as fourth bedroom or beautiful work-from-home office. The light-filled kitchen overlooks a sunny brick patio with fountain, and features Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances. Original architectural details abound. Extensive landscaped gardens and an amazing entertainment deck with killer views complete this very special home.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights claremont neighborhood, killer views, and light-filled kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$22,470/month
Principal & Interest$17,736
Property Tax$3,550
Insurance$1,183
Down payment20% ($710,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.38% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,840,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1925
HeatingZoned, Radiant
CoolingNone
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot6,969 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleTraditional
ConditionExisting
Year built1925
Systems
HeatingZoned, Radiant
CoolingNone
RoofShingle
ConstructionStucco
Water / SewerPublic Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingInt Access From Garage, Garage Faces Front
Garage1 spaces
BasementCrawl Space
Fireplaces2
FencingFenced,Wood
Lot6,969 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodClaremont
Parcel64422311
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
16 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Breakfast Nook
Updated Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher
Gas Range
Microwave
Free-Standing Range
Refrigerator
Self Cleaning Oven
Dryer
Washer
Flooring
Tile
Heating
Zoned
Radiant
Cooling
None
Laundry
220 Volt Outlet
Dryer
Washer
Cabinets
Fireplace
Insert
Living Room
Windows
Window Coverings
Skylight(s)
Weather Stripping
Green/Energy
Attic Fan
Ceiling Insulation
Insulation - Other
Thermostat
Exterior Features
Exterior
Garden
Back Yard
Sprinklers Automatic
Sprinklers Front
Terraced Up
Landscape Back
Landscape Front
Low Maintenance
Parking
Int Access From Garage
Garage Faces Front
Construction
Stucco
Lot Features
Sloped Up
Security
Security Alarm - Owned
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Security Fence
Views
Bay
City Lights
San Francisco
Utilities
Cable Connected
Master Electric Meter
Master Gas Meter
Room details
1 room detailed
Kitchen
Breakfast NookCounter - StoneDishwasherEat In KitchenGas Range/CooktopMicrowaveRange/Oven Free StandingRefrigeratorSelf-Cleaning OvenUpdated Kitchen
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market1084
Est. value$3,627,500
Est. rent$7,326/mo
Tax rate1.22%
Price/sqft$1406
On marketMar 18, 2023
PostedMar 18, 2023
Last sold$3,550,000
MLS updatedApr 23, 2023
Tour days6
Views13
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3 schools rated nearby
Location
Berkeley, CA, 94705
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 19, 2023Sold$3,550,000$1,406bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Mar 20, 2023Pending Sale$2,695,000$1,067bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Mar 18, 2023Listed For Sale$2,695,000$1,067bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
May 25, 2018Sold$2,535,000$1,004bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
May 22, 2018Pending Sale$2,175,000$861THE GRUBB CO. INC.
May 4, 2018Listed For Sale$2,175,000$861THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Jun 5, 2014Sold$2,500,000$990Public Record
Apr 9, 2014Listed For Sale$1,775,000$703The Grubb Company
May 12, 2011Sold$1,010,000$400Public Record
Apr 9, 2011Listed For Sale$895,000$354Berkeley Hills Realty
Sold$3,550,000
Apr 19, 2023•$1,406/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Pending Sale$2,695,000
Mar 20, 2023•$1,067/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Listed For Sale$2,695,000
Mar 18, 2023•$1,067/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Sold$2,535,000
May 25, 2018•$1,004/sqft•bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR
Pending Sale$2,175,000
May 22, 2018•$861/sqft•THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Listed For Sale$2,175,000
May 4, 2018•$861/sqft•THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Sold$2,500,000
Jun 5, 2014•$990/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$1,775,000
Apr 9, 2014•$703/sqft•The Grubb Company
Sold$1,010,000
May 12, 2011•$400/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$895,000
Apr 9, 2011•$354/sqft•Berkeley Hills Realty
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025—$3,693,420
Apr 8, 2024$48,915$3,621,000
Apr 8, 2023$38,680$2,772,352
Apr 8, 2022$38,485$2,718,001
Apr 8, 2021$38,668$2,664,715
Apr 8, 2020$36,951$2,637,414
Apr 8, 2019$35,896$2,585,700
Apr 8, 2018$35,993$2,693,400
Apr 8, 2017$35,993$2,640,600
Apr 8, 2016$35,107$2,588,824
Apr 8, 2015$16,811$2,549,950
Apr 8, 2014$16,811$1,070,638
Apr 8, 2013—$1,065,803
Apr 8, 2012—$1,030,200
Apr 8, 2011—$118,385
Apr 8, 2010—$117,500
Apr 8, 2009—$117,781
Apr 8, 2008—$115,472
Apr 8, 2007—$113,207
Apr 8, 2006—$110,987
Apr 8, 2005—$108,811
Apr 8, 2004—$106,680
Apr 8, 2003—$104,725
Apr 8, 2002—$102,672
Apr 8, 2001$2,767$100,658
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Berkeley, CA • Alameda County
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Nearby zip codes
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