2800 Buena Vista Way

3,991 Sq. Ft.
$1,466 / Sq. Ft.
3,991
Sq. Ft.
$1,466
per Sq. Ft.

Description

With a magical park-like setting near the pinnacle of the lushly verdant Berkeley Hills, this one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece- “Temple of Wings”- combines the most beautiful elements of classical Greek and Roman architecture. The dramatic façade is highlighted by a series of 16 soaring Corinthian columns beautifully spaced to provide a spectacular flow between the grand entertaining pavilion and surrounding gardens. A hedge-lined cobblestone driveway with classical Parisian-style lamp posts...With a magical park-like setting near the pinnacle of the lushly verdant Berkeley Hills, this one-of-a-kind architectural masterpiece- “Temple of Wings”- combines the most beautiful elements of classical Greek and Roman architecture. The dramatic façade is highlighted by a series of 16 soaring Corinthian columns beautifully spaced to provide a spectacular flow between the grand entertaining pavilion and surrounding gardens. A hedge-lined cobblestone driveway with classical Parisian-style lamp posts provides a charming approach to this exquisite estate framed by the lush greenery and lawns in front with the towering trees in the back providing a majestic backdrop. Divided into North and South wings, this stunning home enjoys unparalleled views of the Bay Area’s world-renowned landmarks- from the San Francisco and Oakland Skylines, as well as the sparkling waters of the Bay – to the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges and beyond. Sliding glass doors surrounding the living spaces provide a wonderful indoor/ outdoor flow for a casual contemporary lifestyle as well as for grand-scale entertaining. Designed in 1911 by the legendary starchitect Bernard Maybeck, this timeless residence has been thoughtfully updated to harmonize with 21st-Century living...
  1. Listed by Anian Tunney • DRE #00812754 • The GRUBB Company
  2. Listed by Joel Goodrich • DRE #01028702

Property Details for 2800 Buena Vista Way

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Other, See Remarks, Vintage
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street Parking, Other
View
Bay, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water, Bridges
LISTING UPDATED: 09/25/2024 01:41 PM

Property Details for 2800 Buena Vista Way

StatusSold
MLS #41069967
Days on Compass8
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1911
Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,560 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of The GRUBB Company, Anian Tunney, DRE #00812754

Sold By Bay East AOR, OUT OF AREA NON MEMBER, DRE #01081205

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Building Information for 2800 Buena Vista Way

Stories2Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.38 AC / 16,560 SF

Payment Calculator

$31,087 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,517

Property Taxes

$2,570

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2800 Buena Vista Way

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • FIREPLACES: Dining Room, Living Room, Other
  • Flooring: Concrete Slab, Hardwood Floors, Stone (Marble, Slate etc.
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, In Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 12
  • Additional Rooms: Other, Laundry Room, Basement - Full
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Other, Living Room
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Updated Baths, Stone
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Skylight, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tub, Stone, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 2
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Security Alarm - Owned
  • Builder/Architect: Maybeck
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Level - Lower: Basement
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Other
  • Lot Description: Level, Premium Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 16560
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 16560.0
  • Roof: Bitumen
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3991
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 0.5 Bath, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Patio Covered, Side Yard, Landscape Front, Yard Space
  • Year Built: 1911
  • Acres: 0.38
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Virginia or Cedar > La Loma > Buena Vista Way
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 58-2242-83-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 2800 Buena Vista Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 25, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41069967

$5,851,000
Sep 25, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41069967

$5,851,000
Sep 18, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544970501

$5,851,000
Sep 5, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41069967

Sep 5, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41069967

Aug 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41069967

$5,000,000
Aug 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41069967

$5,000,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/25/2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41069967

$5,851,000
09/25/2024

Sold

EBRD #41069967

$5,851,000
09/18/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544970501

$5,851,000
09/05/2024

Pending

EBRD #41069967

09/05/2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41069967

08/28/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41069967

$5,000,000
08/28/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41069967

$5,000,000

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

Public Records for 2800 Buena Vista Way

Taxable ValueLand$478,688Additions$1,204,558Total$1,683,246
Tax Record2025$30,839 ($2,570 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,724 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,724 SqFtStories2Lot Size16,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924Year Renovated1940CountyALAMEDAAPN58-2242-83-1

Schools near 2800 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 The GRUBB Company, Anian Tunney, DRE #00812754

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