2583 Buena Vista Way

2,508 Sq. Ft.
$1,057 / Sq. Ft.
2,508
Sq. Ft.
$1,057
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Designed by Walter Ratcliff, chief architect for the City of Berkeley in the early 20th Century, this extraordinary 1929 Mediterranean combines exquisite design and craftsmanship, lush and lovely gardens, and sweeping North Bay views. Beyond the secluded courtyard entry, the grand foyer introduces the architectural themes: soaring spaces, rich wood beams and details, leaded glass, and intricate ironwork. Ascend the open staircase to the magnificent Great Room with vaulted ceiling, sculptural stone...Designed by Walter Ratcliff, chief architect for the City of Berkeley in the early 20th Century, this extraordinary 1929 Mediterranean combines exquisite design and craftsmanship, lush and lovely gardens, and sweeping North Bay views. Beyond the secluded courtyard entry, the grand foyer introduces the architectural themes: soaring spaces, rich wood beams and details, leaded glass, and intricate ironwork. Ascend the open staircase to the magnificent Great Room with vaulted ceiling, sculptural stone fireplace, and floor-to-ceiling French doors to its balconies and vistas. Like the Great Room, the adjacent library/study is lined with handsome bookshelves. On the main level, the family room opens east to the courtyard and west to the tastefully updated kitchen open to a generous dining area with a balcony and treetop bay view. Two charming view bedrooms, one with a fireplace, and an artfully tiled hall bathroom complete the main level. Below, down a graceful, open staircase, the large and light-filled primary suite opens to the rear deck and leafy garden patios anchored by a towering redwood tree. Lovingly maintained over many decades, this uniquely beautiful home invites lovers of architecture to this very special neighborhood close to all North Berkeley pleasures.
  1. Listed by Virginia Erck • DRE #00695361 • Vanguard Properties

Property Details for 2583 Buena Vista Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached
View
Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Mt Tamalpais
LISTING UPDATED: 08/24/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 2583 Buena Vista Way

StatusSold
MLS #41105839
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1929
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Vanguard Properties, Virginia Erck, DRE #00695361

Sold By Red Oak Realty, Erik Dreher, DRE #02011235

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Building Information for 2583 Buena Vista Way

Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$15,232 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$12,916

Property Taxes

$2,316

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2583 Buena Vista Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room, Stone, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Library
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Family Room, Library
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Tile
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Shower Over Tub, Tile
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Security Alarm - Owned, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Builder/Architect: Walter Ratclif
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Level - Lower: Primary Bedrm Retreat
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot, Secluded, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4000.0
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2508
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Patio Enclosed, Sprinklers Automatic, Terraced Down, Entry Gate, Landscaped
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Euclid or La Loma to Buena Vista Way
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 58-2244-9
  • 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 2583 Buena Vista Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 20, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41105839

$2,650,000
Aug 20, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41105839

$2,650,000
Aug 11, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911059518

$2,650,000

+3.7% / yr

Aug 5, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41105839

Aug 5, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41105839

Jul 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41105839

$1,695,000
Jul 23, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41105839

$1,695,000
Jun 6, 2006

Sold

EBRD #40164757

$1,311,725
Jun 6, 2006

Sold

MLSListings #EB40164757

$1,311,725
May 26, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #196568830

$1,312,000
May 18, 2006

Pending

MLSListings #EB40164757

May 18, 2006

Pending

EBRD #40164757

May 8, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40164757

$1,195,000
May 8, 2006

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40164757

$1,195,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/20/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41105839

$2,650,000
08/20/2025

Sold

EBRD #41105839

$2,650,000
08/11/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911059518

$2,650,000

+3.7% / yr

08/05/2025

Pending

EBRD #41105839

08/05/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41105839

07/23/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41105839

$1,695,000
07/23/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41105839

$1,695,000
06/06/2006

Sold

EBRD #40164757

$1,311,725
06/06/2006

Sold

MLSListings #EB40164757

$1,311,725
05/26/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #196568830

$1,312,000
05/18/2006

Pending

MLSListings #EB40164757

05/18/2006

Pending

EBRD #40164757

05/08/2006

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40164757

$1,195,000
05/08/2006

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40164757

$1,195,000

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

Public Records for 2583 Buena Vista Way

Taxable ValueLand$537,715Additions$1,254,669Total$1,792,384
Tax Record2025$27,790 ($2,316 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,949 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,949 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1937CountyALAMEDAAPN58-2244-9

Schools near 2583 Buena Vista Way

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
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Vanguard Properties, Virginia Erck, DRE #00695361

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