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Sold on 04/23/2023
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139 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705

  • $3,424,000

    Last sold 04/23/2023 for $3.55M

  • 4

    bed

  • 4

    bath

  • 2,525

    Sqft ($1,406/Sqft)

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About 139 Alvarado Rd

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1925
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 7,100 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Property description
Classicism, symmetry and modern convenience combine in this jewel of the Claremont neighborhood. Completely remodeled by Jarvis Architects in 2011, 139 Alvarado is a light-filled sanctuary only steps from the Claremont Hotel and Club, Domingo Avenue shops, and numerous walking trails. The home features three bedrooms and three baths in the main house, and a beautifully appointed cottage in the backyard with an additional bed and bath, adjoining hot tub and big bay views. Use as fourth bedroom or beautiful work-from-home office. The light-filled kitchen overlooks a sunny brick patio with fountain, and features Wolf, Sub-Zero and Miele appliances. Original architectural details abound. Extensive landscaped gardens and an amazing entertainment deck with killer views complete this very special home.
Listed by
Listing Agent - Isabelle Cole
Listing Office - Compass
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#41021941 • last updated 3 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 32 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Heating Zoned, Radiant
Levels/Style Three Or More Stories, 3, Traditional
Type Residential
Status Sold
SubType Detached
Living Area 2525
Lot Size (SqFt) 7100
Lot Size (Acres) 0.16
Year Built 1925
Property Condition Existing
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 4
# Full Baths 2
# Partial Baths 2
# Bedrooms 4
Total # of Rooms 11
Laundry 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
# Fireplaces 2
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Insert, Living Room
Window Features Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings, Skylight(s), Weather Stripping
Exterior
Foundation Earthquake Braced
Roof Composition Shingles
Construction Stucco
# Garage Spaces 1
Parking Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Garage Faces Front
Lot Description Sloped Up, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Amenities / Utilities
Green Features: Energy Efficiency Attic Fan, Ceiling Insulation, Insulation - Other, Thermostat, Windows
Electricity No Solar
Spa Desc Private
Location
View Bay, City Lights, San Francisco
County Alameda
Subdivision Claremont Hills
Directions Tunnel To Alvarado
APN 64422311
$3.42M
Range: $3.04M-$3.8M
Last 30 days 
  • Apr 2023
    mls logo MLS # 41021941
  • Apr 23, 2023 Sold
    $3,550,000 (+31.7%)
  • Mar 20, 2023 Pending
    —
  • Mar 18, 2023 Listed
    $2,695,000
  • Mar 18, 2023 Listed
    $2,695,000 (+6.3%)
  • May 2018
    mls logo MLS # 40820373
  • May 29, 2018 Sold
    $2,535,000 (+16.6%)
  • May 21, 2018 Pending
    —
  • May 4, 2018 Listed
    $2,175,000 (+22.5%)
  • Jun 2014
    mls logo MLS # 40652628
  • Jun 4, 2014 Sold
    —
  • Apr 25, 2014 Pending
    —
  • Apr 9, 2014 Listed
    $1,775,000 (+75.7%)
  • May 2011
    mls logo MLS # 40517388
  • May 17, 2011 Sold
    $1,010,000 (+12.8%)
  • Apr 5, 2011 Listed
    $895,000
  • 139 Alvarado Rd
    $3.55M
  • Claremont Elmwood
    $1.29M -21% y/y
  • 94705
    $1.98M +10% y/y
  • Berkeley
    $1.09M -8% y/y
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John Muir Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
7/10
Emerson Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
7/10
Malcolm X Elementary School
public Grades K-5
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Willard Middle School
public Grades 6-8
Berkeley Unified School District
8/10
Berkeley High School
public Grades 9-12
Berkeley Unified School District
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