2911 Claremont Avenue
$1,200,000
1
1
1
2,066
2,066
$581
Sold 11/21/24
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Description
The Claremont Firehouse was commissioned in 1914 and built by 1918 by the City of Berkeley to house one firetruck, Engine #7. Notably, designed by Walter H. Ratcliff, Jr. while he was the Berkeley City architect. A three-man dormitory was located on the second floor in order to house firemen. Over the years it has been a cultural center, a flower shop, concert space, an art gallery and always an eclectic hub of commerce style and fun. Held by the same family for over 50 years, this treasure in the...The Claremont Firehouse was commissioned in 1914 and built by 1918 by the City of Berkeley to house one firetruck, Engine #7. Notably, designed by Walter H. Ratcliff, Jr. while he was the Berkeley City architect. A three-man dormitory was located on the second floor in order to house firemen. Over the years it has been a cultural center, a flower shop, concert space, an art gallery and always an eclectic hub of commerce style and fun. Held by the same family for over 50 years, this treasure in the Claremont is again available and ready for its next owner’s vision. Showcasing a large high ceiling gallery space and garden on the first level (the original garage for firetruck #7) and a 1 bedroom one bath with kitchen and living space on the upper level. A large roof deck on the upper level enjoys a stunning view of the pergola of the Claremont hotel. Two parking spaces are included in the lot alongside the property and one additional space on the bricks at the front. Zoned commercial/office/residential mixed use opens the possible application of this stunning building to multiple uses. Distinguishing the façade are decoratively carved projecting roof beams and six arched ornate second-story windows.
- Listed by Scott Leverette • DRE #01371899 • Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty
Property Details for 2911 Claremont Avenue
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood SubdivELMWOOD
Building TypeDetached
Property Sub TypeDetached
StyleOther
Garage Spaces3
Garage/ParkingOff Street Parking, Parking Spaces
Total # Parking Spaces3
LISTING UPDATED: 11/24/2024 02:00 AM
Property Details for 2911 Claremont Avenue
Status | Sold |
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MLS # | 41065922 |
Days on Compass | 104 |
Taxes | - |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | RESIDENTIAL / Detached |
Year Built | 1918 |
Lot Size | 0.07 AC / 3,129 SF |
County | Alameda County |
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Building Information for 2911 Claremont Avenue
Stories2Year Built1918Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,129 SF
Property Information for 2911 Claremont Avenue
Property History for 2911 Claremont Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 2911 Claremont Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$510,000Additions$816,000Total$1,326,000
Tax Record2024$20,204 ($1,684 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,066 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,066 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,129 SqFtStyleOffice BuildingYear Built1918Year Renovated1963CountyALAMEDAAPN64-4235-9-4
Schools near 2911 Claremont Avenue
This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 5 | |||
Public - | K to 5 | |||
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Public - | 6 to 8 |
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Emerson Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Malcolm X Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
John Muir Elementary School PublicK to 5 | ||
Willard Middle School Public6 to 8 |
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