2843 Forest Avenue

Berkeley, CA 94705

$3,325,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,762 Sq. Ft.
$1,204 / Sq. Ft.
2,762
Sq. Ft.
$1,204
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located on a wide, tree-lined street in the prestigious Elmwood district, this Spanish Mediterranean retreat is a buyer’s dream realized. Originally built in 1901, the home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2014, including the fully fenced and landscaped yard with working fountain. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, eat-in chefs’ kitchen, living and formal dining rooms, study, entertainment room, laundry, server/utility room and upstairs terrace off the ensuite, it is clear that no expense was...Located on a wide, tree-lined street in the prestigious Elmwood district, this Spanish Mediterranean retreat is a buyer’s dream realized. Originally built in 1901, the home was taken down to the studs and rebuilt in 2014, including the fully fenced and landscaped yard with working fountain. With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, eat-in chefs’ kitchen, living and formal dining rooms, study, entertainment room, laundry, server/utility room and upstairs terrace off the ensuite, it is clear that no expense was spared in appointing this modern home. Featuring top-end stainless steel appliances, Murano glass chandelier and custom hand-blown light fixtures plus recessed and reflective lighting, electric blackout shutters in all bedrooms, Brazilian cherry wood floors, and hydronic radiant heating system, the discriminating buyer can see the care that was taken in the reconstruction of this home.
  1. Listed by Kevin Charle Brown • DRE #00644175 • Better Homes Realty

Property Details for 2843 Forest Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
ELMWOOD
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean, Spanish
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street Parking, Parking Area
Total # Parking Spaces
1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Homes Realty, Kevin Charle Brown, DRE #00644175

Sold By THE GRUBB CO. INC., Anja Plowright, DRE #01351797

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LISTING UPDATED: 07/29/2022 03:00 AM

Property Details for 2843 Forest Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #40992224
Days on Compass53
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2014
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,590 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Better Homes Realty, Kevin Charle Brown, DRE #00644175

Sold By THE GRUBB CO. INC., Anja Plowright, DRE #01351797

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Building Information for 2843 Forest Avenue

Stories2Year Built2014Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,590 SF

Payment Calculator

$21,609 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$18,146

Property Taxes

$3,463

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2843 Forest Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Den, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Closet, Upper Floor, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Additional Rooms: Attic, Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Media / Home Theater, Utility Room
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Attic, Attic - Finished, Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Dining Area, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Media, Office, Possible Guest, Primary Bedroom, Primary Bedrooms 2+, Temp Controlled Room, Utility Room
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Double Sinks, Multiple Shower Heads, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Steam, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiant
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector, Video System, All Public Utilities, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Master Electric Meter, Master Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows, Stucco
  • Lot Description: Regular, Area Lighting, Auto Sprinkler F&R, Backyard, See Remarks
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4590
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4590.0
  • Roof: Tile
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2762
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Street Level: 0.5 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Patio, Patio Covered, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front
  • Year Built: 2014
  • Acres: 0.11
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Derby to Claremont Blvd, Rt. on Forest
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 54-1704-3
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 2843 Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 2843 Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$917,700Additions$2,141,300Total$3,059,000
Tax Record2023$41,559 ($3,463 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,762 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,762 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,590 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1901Year Renovated1945CountyALAMEDAAPN54-1704-3

Schools near 2843 Forest Avenue

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 - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Willard Middle School
Public6 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Better Homes Realty, Kevin Charle Brown, DRE #00644175

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