1434 Grizzly Peak Blvd

1,236 Sq. Ft.
$789 / Sq. Ft.
1,236
Sq. Ft.
$789
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Mid-Century fixer! This peaceful retreat in the Berkeley Hills was originally designed over half a century ago by Betty Saarni and her first husband - it was her home and joy until passing in 2023. A prolific and talented painter, one can see where she drew her inspiration from. Vaulted ceilings, clean lines and large windows beckon the verdant setting in. 2 original fireplaces keep winter evenings cozy and 2 sets of French doors to the deck welcome birdsong from the surrounding sun dappled maples...Mid-Century fixer! This peaceful retreat in the Berkeley Hills was originally designed over half a century ago by Betty Saarni and her first husband - it was her home and joy until passing in 2023. A prolific and talented painter, one can see where she drew her inspiration from. Vaulted ceilings, clean lines and large windows beckon the verdant setting in. 2 original fireplaces keep winter evenings cozy and 2 sets of French doors to the deck welcome birdsong from the surrounding sun dappled maples and redwoods. Tucked away from the street on the driveway where Betty would back down her classic Karmann Ghia like a pro, you’ll find the main house that lives all on one level. A partial unfinished basement/workshop, an additional room with separate entrance and legal height ceilings on lower level could easily be integrated for more living space. This lil’ piece of history, this special home is ready for its new owner and vision!

Property Details for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Fixer Upper
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street Parking, No Garage
LISTING UPDATED: 10/03/2024 03:00 AM

Property Details for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

StatusSold
MLS #41073580
Days on Compass7
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1951
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,214 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The GRUBB Company, Marcia Weske, DRE #01841873; The GRUBB Company, Caitlin Crawford, DRE #01951131

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty, Bita Azizi, DRE #01795117

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Building Information for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,214 SF

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Property Information for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room
  • Kitchen Features: Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, None, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Backyard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5214
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5214.0
  • Roof: Rolled Composition, Tar and Gravel
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1236
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Yard Description: Back Yard Fence
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 60-2489-8-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41073580

$975,000
Oct 2, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41073580

$975,000
Sep 27, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545476403

$975,000
Sep 25, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41073580

Sep 25, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41073580

Sep 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41073580

$729,000
Sep 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41073580

$729,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41073580

$975,000
10/02/2024

Sold

EBRD #41073580

$975,000
09/27/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1545476403

$975,000
09/25/2024

Pending

EBRD #41073580

09/25/2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41073580

09/18/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41073580

$729,000
09/18/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41073580

$729,000

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

Public Records for 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$292,500Additions$682,500Total$975,000
Tax Record2025$17,208 ($1,434 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,236 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,236 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,214 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1951Year Renovated1955CountyALAMEDAAPN60-2489-8-1

Schools near 1434 Grizzly Peak Boulevard

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier 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, Marcia Weske, DRE #01841873; The GRUBB Company, Caitlin Crawford, DRE #01951131

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