1638 Grand View Drive

Berkeley, CA 94705

$1,925,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
5,452 Sq. Ft.
$353 / Sq. Ft.
5,452
Sq. Ft.
$353
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This Claremont Hills jewel offers the rare combination of an idyllic setting just minutes from the vibrancy of world-class cities. The 4,783-square-foot home spans four levels and looks down on Berkeley from its hillside perch. You won’t want to leave the huge family room area, resting under a vaulted ceiling more than 20 feet high. If you do, it will be to use the adjoining French doors to enjoy the spacious outdoor deck with commanding views to the sun-swept south and west. The main house comprises...This Claremont Hills jewel offers the rare combination of an idyllic setting just minutes from the vibrancy of world-class cities. The 4,783-square-foot home spans four levels and looks down on Berkeley from its hillside perch. You won’t want to leave the huge family room area, resting under a vaulted ceiling more than 20 feet high. If you do, it will be to use the adjoining French doors to enjoy the spacious outdoor deck with commanding views to the sun-swept south and west. The main house comprises 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, including an elegant master suite, with lofted ceilings and skylights throughout. The kitchen has been updated with high end appliances. A breakfast nook adjoins the kitchen and the dining room. The adjoining studio apartment is an additional 669 square feet and has its own full bathroom and kitchenette. A personal elevator originates at the two-car garage at street level, descending to serve both the main house and the studio.
  1. Listed by Ann Newton Cane • DRE #02084093 • Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re

Property Details for 1638 Grand View Drive

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CLAREMONT HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re, Ann Newton Cane, DRE #02084093

Sold By BHHS Drysdale Properties, Debbie Budd, DRE #01079946

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LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2021 07:45 AM

Property Details for 1638 Grand View Drive

StatusSold
MLS #40925801
Days on Compass66
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built2005
Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,563 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re, Ann Newton Cane, DRE #02084093

Sold By BHHS Drysdale Properties, Debbie Budd, DRE #01079946

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Building Information for 1638 Grand View Drive

Stories-Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size0.20 AC / 8,563 SF

Payment Calculator

$12,952 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$10,506

Property Taxes

$2,446

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1638 Grand View Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • FIREPLACES: Family Room, Gas Burning, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Two-Way
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Stone (Marble, Slate etc.
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Utility Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Office, Utility Room, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Wine Storage Area
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 2 Or 2+ Zones A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • 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
  • Level - Lower: 3 Bedrooms
  • Level - Upper: Master Bedrm Retreat
  • Lot Description: Down Slope
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 8563
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8563.0
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sq Ft Apx: 5452
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: Other
  • Yard Description: Dog Run, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Terraced Down, Back Yard Fence, Front Porch
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Acres: 0.2
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Hiller Drive to Grand View Drive
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 48H-7601-61
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1638 Grand View Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 1638 Grand View Drive

Taxable ValueLand$600,831Additions$1,401,939Total$2,002,770
Tax Record2023$29,355 ($2,446 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt4,878 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,878 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,563 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005CountyALAMEDAAPN48H-7601-61

Schools near 1638 Grand View Drive

This home is within Oakland Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thornhill Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chabot Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Claremont Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oakland Technical High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re, Ann Newton Cane, DRE #02084093

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