Residential > House
Pending
10/24/2016
List Price
$2,495,000$940/ft²
2753 Buena Vista Way
Berkeley, CA 94708
- 4Beds
- 3Baths
- 2,654ft²Living Area
- 8,377ft²Lot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1914Year Built
- 62DOM
- 2Permits
2753 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA 94708 is a 4 bed, 3 bath, 2,654 ft² house built in 1914 on a 0.192 acre lot with 2 construction permits. This house is currently pending, and it was last sold in 2016 for $855,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $2,084,250.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 2753 Buena Vista Way based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$2,084,250
$785/ft²
-$411K below List Price
Updated 3 months ago
2753 Buena Vista Way is valued at $2,084,250 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
MLS Description
The listing agent's description. Original Listing
As showcased in Sunset Magazine, this stately 4BR/3.5BA redwood shingle architectural classic by architect William Charles Hays features epic views of the Golden Gate, Bay Bridge, and San Francisco skyline. With UC, shops, and restaurants moments away, 2753 Buena Vista Way marries urban amenities with the quiet of the Berkeley Hills. Step through the leaded glass front door into the old-world beauty of this 2654 SQFT home with original redwood intact. High coved & beamed ceilings and windows galore keep it sunny and bright. The living room has a fireplace, casement windows, sweeping views, and French doors to the spacious stone patio, beautiful private in-law suite, and rear garden. The dining room has more views, built-in cabinets, and easy flow to a bar room, large kitchen with office/homework nook, and powder room. Dutch doors at both ends of the kitchen enable perfect indoor/outdoor living. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms including the vast primary suite, multiple baths, built-ins, and a wide covered loggia with panoramic Bay views. The basement has laundry and 300 SQFT of usable bonus space with full ceiling height. The in-law suite includes a separate entrance, full bath and closet space–ideal for guests or a gorgeous home office. This is a timeless gem in the heart of Berkeley!
Listing Agents
The listing agent for 2753 Buena Vista Way is David Gunderman.
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David Gunderman
KW Advisors East Bay
Phone: (510) 775-1079
Permits
2753 Buena Vista Way has 2 permit records of total value of $15,000.
Permit History
2
Permits
$15,000
Total Permit Value
December 22, 1995
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Tear off existing & install new comparable. ShinglesJob Value: $6,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: RANTZMAN JON A & EVELYN GEffective Date: 1995-12-22Permit Number: B1995-04962
April 23, 1993
Project Name: Building PermitDescription: Seismic upgrade per engineering report prepared by nct engineering incJob Value: $9,000Status: Closed CompleteType: PermitApplicant: RANTZMAN JON A & EVELYN GEffective Date: 1993-04-23Permit Number: B1993-04061
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$24,489.66From latest Total Assessed Value1.57%Total Assessed Value$1,561,700=Land+
Assessed Value$557,750Additions
Assessed Value$1,003,950
In 2023, taxes billed for 2753 Buena Vista Way were $24,489.66, which is 1.57% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,561,700.
Property History
2753 Buena Vista Way has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 2753 Buena Vista Way
Hazard Risks
Earthquake583Nat'l Avg100Carb Mono95Particulates93Air Pollution89Ozone88Lead41Tornado12Weather8Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
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 2753 Buena Vista Way.
Walkability Index
12 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
2753 Buena Vista Way has a walkability score of 12 out of 20, which means that it is in a somewhat walkable area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
41°F
High
56°F
Summer
Average
Low
53°F
High
76°F
In the winter at 2753 Buena Vista Way, temperatures range from 41.36°F to 55.82°F with an average of 48.59°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 53.28°F to 76.17°F with and average of 64.73°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 2753 Buena Vista Way
Public Schools
Willard Middle School
Grades: 6-8
1.49 mi
A
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier (BAM)
Grades: KG-5
0.82 mi
A-
Berkeley High School
Grades: 9-12
1.21 mi
B+
Sylvia Mendez Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.66 mi
B+
Malcom X Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
2.19 mi
B
Oxford Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.92 mi
B
Washington Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.36 mi
B-
Cragmont Elementary School
Grades: KG-5
1.98 mi
A-
* 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.
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Neighborhood
This property is located in Berkeley Hills, Berkeley, CA 94708.
Seasonal Housing units 94708
26%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94708
-5%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Berkeley Hills.
Crime Index for 94708
84
84
The crime index in 94708 is 84, which is 0.8 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
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