2 Harvard Circle

Sold 10/17/18
Sold 10/17/18
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Last Sold Price
$1,185,500
5 beds2,799 sqft$424/sqft
2 Harvard Cir, Berkeley, CA 94708

Description

For the first time ever on the market this lovingly maintained, serene mid-century retreat is situated on a cul- de-sac. The main level offers a superb layout with two bedrooms and one bath plus the original master suite. On the upper level you'll find a bright and generously sized master suite with filtered views and an additional bedroom. The lower level offers a terrific “family room" with original wet bar and built-ins, as well as a private entrance - perfect for au-pair, visiting family or entertaining...For the first time ever on the market this lovingly maintained, serene mid-century retreat is situated on a cul- de-sac. The main level offers a superb layout with two bedrooms and one bath plus the original master suite. On the upper level you'll find a bright and generously sized master suite with filtered views and an additional bedroom. The lower level offers a terrific “family room" with original wet bar and built-ins, as well as a private entrance - perfect for au-pair, visiting family or entertaining friends! Your home is located with great access to transportation and near Tilden Park, Lawrence Hall of Science and the UC campus. Nearby views of the fireworks isn’t the only thing you will be celebrating.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/17/2018 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by MARCIA WESKE • DRE #01841873 • THE GRUBB COMPANY

Property Details for 2 Harvard Circle

Status
Sold
MLS #
40837594
Days on Compass
29
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
RESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built
1953
Lot Size
0.07 AC / 3,255 SF
County
Alameda County
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
Other
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Int Access From Garage
View
Partial

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,461,000

Avg days on market

34

Sale-to-list ratio

109.4%

Berkeley, CA

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Building Information for 2 Harvard Circle

Stories2Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,255 SF

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Property Information for 2 Harvard Circle

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Wall to Wall Carpeting
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Primary Bath Features: Stall Shower
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Ell, Rec/Rumpus Room, Storage
  • Bath Non Primary Include: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: None
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Full Basement
  • Level - Lower: 0.5 Bath
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3255
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3255.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2799
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Master Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Fenced, Tool Shed
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Acres: 0.08
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak>Senior
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 60-2484-9
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: OAKLAND
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 2 Harvard Circle

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 17, 2018

Sold

EBRD #40837594

$1,185,500—
Oct 10, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #633184115

$1,185,500—
Oct 6, 2018

Pending

EBRD #40837594

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/17/2018

Sold

EBRD #40837594

$1,185,500
10/10/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #633184115

$1,185,500
10/06/2018

Pending

EBRD #40837594

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2 Harvard Circle

Taxable ValueLand$512,014Additions$836,859Total$1,348,873
Tax Record2025$21,885 ($1,824 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,799 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,799 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,255 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953Year Renovated1959CountyALAMEDAAPN60-2484-9

Schools near 2 Harvard Circle

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public - K to 5
Cragmont Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Washington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Oxford Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 2 Harvard Circle, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,185,500
5
2,799
3,255
256 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,250,000
2
1,152
4,695
251 Fairlawn Drive, Berkeley, CA 94708
–
4
3
2,068
5,856
6 Harvard Circle, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,300,000
3
2,448
11,650
1 Harvard Circle, Berkeley, CA 94708
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3
2
2,078
5,780
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2
2,556
9,150

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