66 Hillcrest Road

Sold 12/3/19

Sold

Last Sold Price

$4,150,000

6 beds5 baths5,784 sqft$717/sqft

66 Hillcrest Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705

Single FamilyProperty Type

0.56 acresLot Size

1922Year Built

$717/sq ftPrice per sq ft

2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Iconic Claremont residence! Overlooking the Bay, this majestic Albert Farr design showcases the best historical architecture + modern convenience. Perfectly blends design, privacy, views, & setting w. countless custom touches, stylish interiors & exquisite landscaped grounds. Private courtyard entry to grand public rooms, rich hardwood floors, splendid architectural detailing & abundance of natural light, all beautifully updated for today's living. Dramatic contemporary kitchen & dining remodel,...Iconic Claremont residence! Overlooking the Bay, this majestic Albert Farr design showcases the best historical architecture + modern convenience. Perfectly blends design, privacy, views, & setting w. countless custom touches, stylish interiors & exquisite landscaped grounds. Private courtyard entry to grand public rooms, rich hardwood floors, splendid architectural detailing & abundance of natural light, all beautifully updated for today's living. Dramatic contemporary kitchen & dining remodel, grand living room w. gallery of floor-to-ceiling windows & a large central fireplace. 4 spacious BR’s upstairs open to views & balconies. Master Suite w. marble fireplace, remodeled bath, views & spacious dressing room. Lower level w. huge family lunge, game room, in-law apt. w. own exterior entrance. Several patio areas for entertaining + dining, incl. an elevated encl. outdoor sitting area. Coveted Claremont close to Rockridge, BART, shops & restaurants. A truly rare opportunity!

Listed by: Colette Ford DRE #01158883 • THE GRUBB CO. INC.
Listed by: ANJA PLOWRIGHT DRE #01351797 • THE GRUBB CO. INC.

Listing closed: 12/03/2019 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40888821

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Avg days on market

Sale-to-list ratio

121.8%

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Listing Courtesy of THE GRUBB CO. INC., Colette Ford, DRE #01158883; THE GRUBB CO. INC., ANJA PLOWRIGHT, DRE #01351797

Sold By COMPASS, Heather Webster, DRE #01869668

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Property Information for 66 Hillcrest Road

Property Details

MLS Type: RESIDENTIAL / Detached
County: Alameda County
City: BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: CLAREMONT
Building Type: Detached
Property Sub Type: Detached
Style: Mediterranean
Garage Spaces: 2
Garage/Parking: Detached Garage, Enclosed Garage, Off Street Parking
View: Bay, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water

Building Information

Year Built: 1922
Lot Size: 0.56 AC / 24,200 SF

Features

Feature Details

Fireplaces: 3
FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Rec/Rumpus Room, Woodburning

Flooring: Carpet, Concrete Slab, Hardwood Floors
Garage: Yes
Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer
Pool Type: None
Pool: No

Room Details

Rooms Total: 12
Additional Rooms: Basement - Partial, Basement - Full, Laundry Room, Basement - Unfinished, Bonus / Hobby Room, In-Law Unit, Library, Utility Room

Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Bedrooms Count: 6
Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
Room Additional: Basement Unfinished, Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, In-Law Quarters, Kitchen/Family Combo, Library, Utility Room
BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Baths
Bathrooms Half: 1

Utility Details

Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More

Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
Energy Saving Feature: Ceiling Insulation, Insulation - Unknown

Lot / Property Details

Home Owners Association

HOA: No

Property Details

Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Window Coverings
Builder/Architect: Albert Farr

City Transfer Tax: Yes
Construction Status: Existing
Exterior: Stucco
Foundation: Partial Basement
Level - Lower: 1 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Basement
Level - Upper: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
Lot Description: Down Slope, Irregular, Premium Lot, Secluded
Lot Sq Ft Apx: 24200
Lot Size Square Feet: 24200.0
Model: Mediterranean
Pets: Allowed - Yes
Roof: Tile
Sq Ft Apx: 5784
Stories: Three or More Stories
Street Level: 0.5 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Yard Description: Back Yard, Dog Run, Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio
Year Built: 1922
Acres: 0.56

Location Details

Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
Directions to Property: Claremont > Hillcrest

FIPS Code: 06001
Parcel Number: 64-4295-16
Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
Board ID: Bridge AOR

Additional Information

Fireplace: Yes
Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504

High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504

Property History for 66 Hillcrest Road

Date	Event & Source	Price	Appreciation
Dec 3, 2019	Sold EBRD #40888821	$4,150,000	—
Dec 3, 2019	Sold MLSListings #EB40888821	$4,150,000	—
Nov 26, 2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #659799764	$4,150,000	+2.7% / yr
Nov 23, 2019	Pending MLSListings #EB40888821		—
Nov 23, 2019	Pending EBRD #40888821		—
Nov 13, 2019	Listed (Active) MLSListings #EB40888821	$3,800,000	—
Nov 13, 2019	Listed (Active) EBRD #40888821	$3,800,000	—
Jun 8, 2004	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #136087291	$2,730,000	—
Jun 8, 2004	Sold EBRD #40004773	$2,730,000	—
Apr 8, 2004	Pending EBRD #40004773		—
Mar 26, 2004	Listed (Active) EBRD #40004773	$2,795,000	—

Date	Event & Source	Price
12/03/2019	Sold EBRD #40888821	$4,150,000
12/03/2019	Sold MLSListings #EB40888821	$4,150,000
11/26/2019	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #659799764	$4,150,000 +2.7% / yr
11/23/2019	Pending MLSListings #EB40888821	—
11/23/2019	Pending EBRD #40888821	—
11/13/2019	Listed (Active) MLSListings #EB40888821	$3,800,000
11/13/2019	Listed (Active) EBRD #40888821	$3,800,000
06/08/2004	Sold (Public Record) Public Record #136087291	$2,730,000
06/08/2004	Sold EBRD #40004773	$2,730,000
04/08/2004	Pending EBRD #40004773	—
03/26/2004	Listed (Active) EBRD #40004773	$2,795,000

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

Public Records for 66 Hillcrest Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,450,150Additions$3,179,175Total$4,629,325

Tax Record2025$69,368 ($5,781 / month)

Home Facts

Beds6Baths4Total Finished SqFt5,678 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,678 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922Year Renovated1944CountyALAMEDAAPN64-4295-16

Schools near 66 Hillcrest Road

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.


Rating	School	Type	Grades	Distance
7/10	Emerson Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.7 mi
9/10	John Muir Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	0.4 mi
8/10	Malcolm X Elementary School	Public - Serves this home	K to 5	1.4 mi
10/10	Willard Middle School	Public - Serves this home	6 to 8	0.8 mi
9/10	Berkeley High School	Public - Serves this home	9 to 12	1.7 mi
10/10	Berkeley Independent Study K-8	Public - Nearby school	K to 8	1.4 mi
NR	Maybeck High School	Private - Nearby school	9 to 12	0.8 mi
NR	Bentley School	Private - Nearby school	K to 12	0.8 mi
NR	The Elmwood Academy	Private - Nearby school	K to 8	0.7 mi


Rating	School	Distance
7/10	Emerson Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.7 mi
9/10	John Muir Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	0.4 mi
8/10	Malcolm X Elementary School PublicK to 5 Serves this home	1.4 mi
10/10	Willard Middle School Public6 to 8 Serves this home	0.8 mi
9/10	Berkeley High School Public9 to 12 Serves this home	1.7 mi
10/10	Berkeley Independent Study K-8 PublicK to 8 Nearby school	1.4 mi
NR	Maybeck High School Private9 to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	Bentley School PrivateK to 12 Nearby school	0.8 mi
NR	The Elmwood Academy PrivateK to 8 Nearby school	0.7 mi

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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