Residential > House
Sold
05/31/2018
Sold Price
$2,135,000$1,111/ft²
2738 Forest Ave
Berkeley, CA 94705
- 4Beds
- 3Baths
- 1,921ft²Living Area
- 4,080ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- -Car
- 1914Year Built
- -DOM
- 20Permits
2738 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 1,921 ft² house built in 1914 on a 0.094 acre lot with 20 construction permits. This house is currently off market, and it was last sold in 2018 for $2,135,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,841,750.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 2738 Forest Ave based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,841,750
$958/ft²
-$293K below Sold Price
Updated 5 months ago
Last Sold Price
$2,135,000
$1,111/ft²
5 years ago
2738 Forest Ave is valued at $1,841,750 by TopHap AVM 5 months ago.
2738 Forest Ave was last sold in 2018 for $2,135,000.
Permits
2738 Forest Ave has 20 permit records of total value of $561,482.
Permit History
20
Permits
$561,482
Total Permit Value
April 9, 2019
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: FOR TRANSER TAX REBATE - Plan Set A install floor clips and additional plywood shear panelJob Value: $10,550Status: finalType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Hobesh Alan F Tr & Mclean KerrFees: $591Effective Date: 2019-04-09Permit Number: B2019-01473
October 11, 2018
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Existing roofing material will be removed down to skip sheathing on the main house roof and the lower left side roof install cdx plywood and certianteed shinglesJob Value: $24,900Status: finalType: Minor permit for reroof HVAC water heater seismic gas shut-off valve. (r-3 occupancies only)Business Name: Collins RoofinFees: $882Effective Date: 2018-10-11Permit Number: B2018-04086
June 11, 2018
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: Replace sub panel with 30 space sub panel, reefed (4) knob and tube fed receptacles with (2) new 20AMP circuits, replace NM cable in closet with MC cable.Status: finalType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Hobesh Alan F Tr & Mclean KerrFees: $127Effective Date: 2018-06-11Permit Number: B2018-02236
March 29, 2012
Project Name: Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Install water heaterStatus: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationApplicant: Hobesh Alan F Tr & Mclean KerrEffective Date: 2012-03-29Permit Number: B2012-01172
March 29, 2012
Project Name: Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Install water heaterStatus: completeType: PermitSub Type: AlterationEffective Date: 2012-03-29Permit Number: B2012-01172-P
November 22, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Construct bathroom within existing footprint of building @ 2nd floor and remodel 2nd bathroom on second floorJob Value: $18,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: MAURICE LEVITCHApplicant: Hobesh Alan & Mclean Kerry0Effective Date: 2010-11-22Permit Number: B2010-04574
November 22, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Construct bathroom within existing footprint of building @ 2nd floor and remodel 2nd bathroom on second floorJob Value: $18,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2010-11-22Permit Number: B2010-04574-M
November 22, 2010
Description: Construct bathroom within existing footprint of building @ 2nd floor and remodel 2nd bathroom on second floorJob Value: $18,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-1 (1 wkBusiness Name: LEVITCH ASSOCIATES INCEffective Date: 2010-11-22Permit Number: 1000004574
November 22, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Construct bathroom within existing footprint of building @ 2nd floor and remodel 2nd bathroom on second floorJob Value: $18,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2010-11-22Permit Number: B2010-04574-E
November 22, 2010
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Construct bathroom within existing footprint of building @ 2nd floor and remodel 2nd bathroom on second floorJob Value: $18,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Alteration0Effective Date: 2010-11-22Permit Number: B2010-04574-P
September 16, 2008
Description: Elevation & addition transom window @ dining foundation kitchen & dining room rear @ kitchen change window @ east remodel with windows. Remove chimney from from roof to remove 67-sqft addition @ kitchen revisions submitted to addition 43 sqft to room. Valuation increase of $20, 000 km1Job Value: $90,000Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-3 (3 wkBusiness Name: LEVITCH ASSOCIATES INCEffective Date: 2008-09-16Permit Number: 0800003714
August 23, 2008
Description: Permit value$110k remove 67-sqft addition @ kitchen remove chimney from from roof to foundation kitchen & dining room remodel with windowsStatus: CLOSED COMPLETEType: BuildingEffective Date: 2008-08-23Permit Number: B2008-03714-P
August 21, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Remove 67-sqft addition @ kitchen remove chimney from from roof to foundation kitchen & dining room remodel with windowsJob Value: $110,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration0Effective Date: 2008-08-21Permit Number: B2008-03714-E
August 21, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Remove 67-sqft addition @ kitchen remove chimney from from roof to foundation kitchen & dining room remodel with windowsJob Value: $110,000Status: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Building; PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration0Effective Date: 2008-08-21Permit Number: B2008-03714-M
August 21, 2008
Project Name: Building Electrical Mechanical Plumbing PermitDescription: Remove 67-sqft addition @ kitchen remove chimney from from roof to foundation kitchen & dining room remodel with windowsJob Value: $110,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitSub Type: Addition/alteration; Business Name: MAURICE LEVITCHApplicant: Hobesh Alan & Mclean Kerry0Effective Date: 2008-08-21Permit Number: B2008-03714
March 31, 2004
Description: Termite repairs per report #7332 dated 9/25/03 per items: 3a & 3b. ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $2,500Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: STRUCTURAL RENEWAL INCApplicant: GREENLEAF GENE & EVELYN L TRSEffective Date: 2004-03-31Permit Number: 0400001345
March 31, 2004
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Termite repairs per report #7332 dated 9/25/03, per items: 3A & 3B.Job Value: $2,500Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: Ed Bish/Structural Renewal; MCLAIN, ALANCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESED BISH/STRUCTURAL RENEWALApplicant: McLain, Alan; 0Effective Date: 2004-03-31Permit Number: B2004-01345
March 26, 2004
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Voluntary Residential Seismic: Install anchor bolts, holdowns and plywood sheathing.Job Value: $5,516Status: Closed CompleteType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; ; Business Name: Advanced Building Services; HOBESH, ALAN & KERRYCONTRACTOR EMPLOYEESADVANCED BUILDING SERVICESApplicant: Hobesh, Alan & Kerry; 0Effective Date: 2004-03-26Permit Number: B2004-01288
March 26, 2004
Description: Voluntary residential seismic: install anchor bolts holdowns and plywood sheathing. ***** print only 4 comment linesJob Value: $5,516Status: ISSUEDType: Building permitSub Type: Bp-0 expressBusiness Name: ADVANCED BUILDING SERVICES INApplicant: C GREENLEAF GENE & EVELYN L TRSEffective Date: 2004-03-26Permit Number: 0400001288
March 25, 2004
Project Name: Electrical PermitDescription: 125a service upgrade repair/correct circuit breakersStatus: CLOSED COMPLETEType: Permit; BuildingSub Type: Alteration; Business Name: HOBASH, ALLANApplicant: Hobash, Allan; 0Effective Date: 2004-03-25Permit Number: B2004-01276
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$31,363.74From latest Total Assessed Value1.34%Total Assessed Value$2,334,900=Land+
Assessed Value$765,541Additions
Assessed Value$1,569,359
In 2023, taxes billed for 2738 Forest Ave were $31,363.74, which is 1.34% from latest Total Assessed Value of $2,334,900.
Property History
2738 Forest Ave has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 2738 Forest Ave
Hazard Risks
Earthquake641Nat'l Avg100Carb Mono98Particulates98Ozone87Air Pollution83Lead44Tornado17Weather3Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
9 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Tornado Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 2738 Forest Ave.
Walkability Index
19 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
2738 Forest Ave has a walkability score of 19 out of 20, which means that it is in a most walkable area.
Noise Level
37 dB
Quiet Suburban Residential 0-49
Suburban Residential 50-54
Urban Residential 55-59
Noisy Urban Residential 60-64
Very Noisy Urban Residential 65+
Noise at 2738 Forest Ave is around 37dBs, which is comparable to a Quiet Suburban Residential area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
42°F
High
56°F
Summer
Average
Low
53°F
High
74°F
In the winter at 2738 Forest Ave, temperatures range from 41.88°F to 56.29°F with an average of 49.09°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 53.49°F to 74.38°F with and average of 63.94°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 2738 Forest Ave
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
0.39 mi
A
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.20 mi
B+
Emerson Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.06 mi
B
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.63 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.35 mi
B
John Muir Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
0.45 mi
B-
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 2738 Forest Ave have ratings undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Elmwood, Berkeley, CA 94705.
Seasonal Housing units 94705
18%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94705
+13%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Elmwood.
Crime Index for 94705
126
126
The crime index in 94705 is 126, which is 1.3 times higher than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 2738 Forest Ave over selected time period.
Nearby Properties on Forest Ave
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- 2844 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 6,893 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4.25 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1905 and has an estimate of $3,335,120 with a price per ft² of $484.
- 2824 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont) is a 2,402 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1908 and has an estimate of $2,142,194 with a price per ft² of $892.
- 2747 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 3,625 square foot, 4 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1928 and has an estimate of $2,530,516 with a price per ft² of $698.
- 2741 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,171 square foot, 1 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.08 acre property. It was built in 1927 and has an estimate of $1,947,263 with a price per ft² of $897.
- 2737 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 7,371 square foot, 9 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 0.14 acre property. It was built in 1926 and has an estimate of $3,678,650 with a price per ft² of $499.
- 2731 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 1,701 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.07 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,539,390 with a price per ft² of $905.
- 2729 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 1,854 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.07 acre property. It was built in 1910 and has an estimate of $1,805,916 with a price per ft² of $974.
- 2725 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,173 square foot, 3 bedroom, 2.25 bathroom, 0.15 acre property. It was built in 1902 and has an estimate of $2,107,411 with a price per ft² of $854.
- 2723 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,577 square foot, 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.07 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $2,168,243 with a price per ft² of $841.
- 2721 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 1,680 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.1 acre property. It was built in 1917 and has an estimate of $1,544,425 with a price per ft² of $919.
- 2717 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,380 square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1912 and has an estimate of $2,117,345 with a price per ft² of $890.
- 2713 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,492 square foot, 2 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1904 and has an estimate of $1,982,924 with a price per ft² of $796.
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- 2903 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont Court) is a 1,971 square foot, 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 0.09 acre property. It was built in 1908 and has an estimate of $1,568,238 with a price per ft² of $796.
- 2901 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont Court) is a 3,085 square foot, 4 bedroom, 5.25 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1908 and has an estimate of $2,381,638 with a price per ft² of $910.
- 2940 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont Court) is a 3,931 square foot, 6 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom, 0.13 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $3,872,544 with a price per ft² of $985.
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- 2736 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Elmwood) is a 2,373 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3.25 bathroom, 0.11 acre property. It was built in 1930 and has an estimate of $2,270,460 with a price per ft² of $957.
- 2910 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont Court) is a 2,556 square foot, 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1914 and has an estimate of $2,087,497 with a price per ft² of $817.
- 2918 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705 (Claremont Court) is a 2,830 square foot, 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 0.12 acre property. It was built in 1922 and has an estimate of $2,472,380 with a price per ft² of $874.
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