2900 Buena Vista Way

Berkeley, CA 94708

$7,325,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
7,526 Sq. Ft.
$973 / Sq. Ft.
7,526
Sq. Ft.
$973
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 7/28/25
Sold 7/28/25

Description

Prominently sited on Buena Vista Way, the Hume Cloister is a Berkeley treasure, steeped in history and architectural splendor. This Gothic Revival estate, designed in 1927 by John Hudson Thomas for Samuel & Portia Bell Hume, evokes a 13th-century French monastery. Samuel, a UC Berkeley professor & curator, and Portia, a pioneering psychiatrist, envisioned a sanctuary of creativity & reflection. Set on over 2/3 of an acre, the estate offers panoramic SF Bay views w/ the Golden Gate Bridge perfectly...Prominently sited on Buena Vista Way, the Hume Cloister is a Berkeley treasure, steeped in history and architectural splendor. This Gothic Revival estate, designed in 1927 by John Hudson Thomas for Samuel & Portia Bell Hume, evokes a 13th-century French monastery. Samuel, a UC Berkeley professor & curator, and Portia, a pioneering psychiatrist, envisioned a sanctuary of creativity & reflection. Set on over 2/3 of an acre, the estate offers panoramic SF Bay views w/ the Golden Gate Bridge perfectly framed off the terrace. At its heart lies a serene cloister courtyard lined w/ arched colonnades, featuring a stone wishing well. Extensively restored over the last 7yrs, it offers the comfort of modern amenities while preserving exquisite historic details. The living room w/ 25’ ceilings features a large fireplace & mezzanine library w/ office overlooking the Bay. Kitchen includes Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & custom millwork. The landscaped grounds include a koi pond, bocce court, greenhouse, garden beds, redwood grove, and a hot tub deck off primary suite. An attached guest house offers full accommodations, including a modern kitchen, laundry, BR & LR. More than a home, the Hume Cloister is a rare blend of history, design & soul, a timeless retreat ready for its next chapter.
  1. Listed by Adrienne Tunney Krumins • DRE #01296734 • The GRUBB Company
  2. Listed by Anian Tunney • DRE #00812754 • The GRUBB Company

Property Details for 2900 Buena Vista Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Other, See Remarks
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached, Parking Area, Private
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water, Bridge(s), City, Mt Tamalpais
LISTING UPDATED: 07/28/2025 10:38 AM

Property Details for 2900 Buena Vista Way

StatusSold
MLS #41100592
Days on Compass42
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,780 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The GRUBB Company, Adrienne Tunney Krumins, DRE #01296734; The GRUBB Company, Anian Tunney, DRE #00812754

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Merritt Oliver, DRE #01241788

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Building Information for 2900 Buena Vista Way

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.71 AC / 30,780 SF

Payment Calculator

$42,868 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$36,195

Property Taxes

$6,673

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2900 Buena Vista Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Dining Room, Living Room
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Guest House, Library, Other, Basement - Partial, Workshop, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen, Other
  • Bedrooms Count: 6
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 7.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom, Formal Dining Room, GuestHouse, Library, Office, Workshop, Other, Baths Other, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Laundry, Wine Storage Area, Loft
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Closet
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths, Closet, Double Vanity, Multiple Shower Heads, Outside Access, Sitting Area, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer
  • Builder/Architect: John H Thomas
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Concrete
  • Foundation: Partial
  • Level - Lower: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Level - Upper: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Other
  • Lot Description: Pond, Premium Lot, Secluded, Other, Garden, Landscaped, Private
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 30780
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 30780.0
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sq Ft Apx: 7526
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Laundry Facility, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Garden/Play, Patio, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Shed(s), Other, Entry Gate, Garden, Landscaped, Private, See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Acres: 0.71
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: La Loma or Del Mar > Buena Vista Way
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • New Subdivision: No
  • Parcel Number: 58-2242-67-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 2900 Buena Vista Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 28, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41100592

$7,325,000—
Jul 28, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41100592

$7,325,000—
Jul 25, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1908424079

$7,325,000

+5.6% / yr

Jul 18, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41100592

—
Jul 18, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41100592

—
Jun 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41100592

$7,450,000—
Jun 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41100592

$7,450,000—
Aug 12, 2016

Sold

EBRD #40734423

$4,500,000—
Aug 6, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #577587831

$4,500,000—
Aug 2, 2016

Pending

EBRD #40734423

—
Mar 31, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40734423

$5,000,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/28/2025

Sold

EBRD #41100592

$7,325,000
07/28/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41100592

$7,325,000
07/25/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1908424079

$7,325,000

+5.6% / yr

07/18/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41100592

—
07/18/2025

Pending

EBRD #41100592

—
06/06/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41100592

$7,450,000
06/06/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41100592

$7,450,000
08/12/2016

Sold

EBRD #40734423

$4,500,000
08/06/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #577587831

$4,500,000
08/02/2016

Pending

EBRD #40734423

—
03/31/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40734423

$5,000,000

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

Public Records for 2900 Buena Vista Way

Taxable ValueLand$2,089,008Additions$3,133,512Total$5,222,520
Tax Record2025$80,071 ($6,673 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt6,566 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,566 SqFtStories2Lot Size30,780 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyALAMEDAAPN58-2242-67-1

Schools near 2900 Buena Vista Way

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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Listing Courtesy of The GRUBB Company, Adrienne Tunney Krumins, DRE #01296734; The GRUBB Company, Anian Tunney, DRE #00812754

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