3 The Shortcut

Berkeley, CA 94708

$1,550,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,822 Sq. Ft.
$851 / Sq. Ft.
1,822
Sq. Ft.
$851
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 8/23/24Virtual Tour
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a front view of a house with a yard and outdoor seating

Description

This exceptionally maintained and tastefully updated 1955 home is the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and the surrounding natural beauty. Perched up in the North Berkeley Hills, there’s the beloved neighborhood park & playground of the Parkhills Homeowners Association around the corner, and countless scenic Tilden trails begin practically at your door. Yet it’s only a short drive to Berkeley's finest restaurants, shops, highly regarded public schools , and BART. The main floor boasts 3 bedrooms/2baths,...This exceptionally maintained and tastefully updated 1955 home is the perfect blend of contemporary elegance and the surrounding natural beauty. Perched up in the North Berkeley Hills, there’s the beloved neighborhood park & playground of the Parkhills Homeowners Association around the corner, and countless scenic Tilden trails begin practically at your door. Yet it’s only a short drive to Berkeley's finest restaurants, shops, highly regarded public schools , and BART. The main floor boasts 3 bedrooms/2baths, and a sunny eat-in kitchen with custom cabinets, high-end appliances, and a pantry. Tilden views from the living and dining room are captivating! The large downstairs is the perfect office space and can double as a TV or guest room, allowing peace and serenity. It has it's own entrance and a private patio by a charming flower bed. High-end features throughout include dual-pane windows, random plank hardwood floors, and natural wood moldings. Plus a spacious 2-car garage and an electrical car charger. A happy lime and plum tree, plus a sizable terraced garden might inspire the urban farmer! Think Limoncello and fresh produce from your own piece of land. The stunning modern concrete patio with cafe lights is big enough to host all your loved ones! www.3TheShortcut.com
  1. Listed by Cordula Didier • DRE #01726011 • Red Oak Realty

Property Details for 3 The Shortcut

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
PARK HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Other
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage Parking, Parking Spaces, EV Charger, Garage Facing Side
Total # Parking Spaces
4
LISTING CLOSED: 08/23/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 3 The Shortcut

StatusSold
MLS #41068272
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees$360 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,046 SF
CountyAlameda County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Cordula Didier, DRE #01726011

Sold By The Agency, Karen Moss, DRE #00963704

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Building Information for 3 The Shortcut

Stories2Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,046 SF

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$7,724

Property Taxes

$1,947

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 3 The Shortcut

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Fireplace Insert, Gas Burning, Living Room, Other
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Other
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Media / Home Theater, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Family Room, Media, Office, Possible Guest
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas, Central
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: Yes
  • HOA Amenities: Playground, Park, Picnic Area
  • HOA Documents: Budget, Bylaws, CC&R'S, Other HOA Docs
  • HOA Dues: $360.00
  • HOA Fees Include: Management Fee, Reserves, Other
  • HOA Name: PARK HILLS HOMES ASSN
  • HOA Phone: (510) 255-1970
  • HOA Fees Freq: Annually
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Level - Lower: Laundry Facility, Other
  • Lot Description: Up Slope, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5046
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5046.0
  • Model: Classy
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1822
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Yard Description: Front Yard, Patio, Side Yard, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Terraced Up, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak, L on Muir, L on Parkhills, keep to R
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-3130-23
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 3 The Shortcut

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 23, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41068272

$1,550,000—
Aug 23, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41068272

$1,550,000—
Aug 15, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1543062079

$1,550,000

+3.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/23/2024

Sold

EBRD #41068272

$1,550,000
08/23/2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41068272

$1,550,000
08/15/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1543062079

$1,550,000

+3.5% / yr

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

Public Records for 3 The Shortcut

Taxable ValueLand$465,000Additions$1,085,000Total$1,550,000
Tax Record2025$23,364 ($1,947 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,822 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,822 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,046 SqFtStylePlanned Unit DevelopmentYear Built1955Year Renovated1965CountyALAMEDAAPN63-3130-23

Schools near 3 The Shortcut

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

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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