This stunning Mediterranean-style home was designed by renowned architect Ernest Coxhead. Situated in the heart of the Claremont District just blocks from shopping, restaurants and the Claremont Hotel. Set on a spacious, lush, and secluded lot the grounds are perfect for entertaining, gardening and play. The interiors have been thoughtfully upgraded over the years. Features include: EV charging station, updated kitchen, raised bed vegetable gardens, outdoor pergola dining area, playful treehouse, mature redwood trees and lush landscaping. Enjoy this property's many 1926 period details including coved ceilings, wood built-ins, wood paneled walls, formal entry, large formal dining and carved fireplace mantels.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$1,221Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Mark Lederer•DRE #01345197• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41017484
Feb 21, 2023
Sold
$4,700,000
$1,227/sq ft
Feb 2, 2023
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2023
Listed
$3,750,000
$979/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40711223
Sep 21, 2015
Sold
$3,050,000
$796/sq ft
Aug 21, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2015
Listed
$2,799,000
$731/sq ft
+25
This stunning 1924 Mediterranean home was designed by renowned architect Ernest Coxhead and is in a superb location in Berkeley. Ideally situated just one block from the Claremont Hotel and Spa. Coved ceilings, wood built-ins, beautiful warm wood-paneled walls, carved stone fireplace, garden views.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$69,425 (+6.1%)
$1,506,904 + $3,480,736
$4,987,640
2024
$65,462 (+31.0%)
$1,477,368 + $3,412,512
$4,889,880
2023
$49,955 (+0.7%)
$1,448,400 + $3,345,600
$4,794,000
2022
$49,596 (−0.4%)
$1,059,725 + $2,342,550
$3,402,275
2021
$49,813 (+4.7%)
$1,059,725 + $2,342,550
$3,402,275
2020
$47,589 (+3.1%)
$1,038,948 + $2,296,623
$3,335,571
2019
$46,178 (+1.6%)
$1,028,299 + $2,273,082
$3,301,381
2018
$45,446 (+3.3%)
$1,008,140 + $2,228,520
$3,236,660
2017
$43,980 (+2.6%)
$969,000 + $2,142,000
$3,111,000
2016
$42,849 (+237.7%)
$969,000 + $2,142,000
$3,111,000
2015
$12,688 (+3.5%)
$950,000 + $2,100,000
$3,050,000
2014
$12,261 (+2.5%)
$437,078 + $140,127
$577,205
2013
$11,963 (+3.5%)
$437,078 + $140,127
$577,205
2012
$11,558 (+2.2%)
$435,104 + $139,495
$574,599
2011
$11,312 (+1.1%)
$426,574 + $136,760
$563,334
2010
$11,195 (−0.4%)
$418,212 + $134,079
$552,291
2009
$11,243 (+6.8%)
$415,087 + $133,077
$548,164
2008
$10,530
$416,073 + $133,393
$549,466
Tax history for 28 Tanglewood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$69,425 (+6.1%)
$1,506,904 + $3,480,736
$4,987,640
2024
$65,462 (+31.0%)
$1,477,368 + $3,412,512
$4,889,880
2023
$49,955 (+0.7%)
$1,448,400 + $3,345,600
$4,794,000
2022
$49,596 (−0.4%)
$1,059,725 + $2,342,550
$3,402,275
2021
$49,813 (+4.7%)
$1,059,725 + $2,342,550
$3,402,275
2020
$47,589 (+3.1%)
$1,038,948 + $2,296,623
$3,335,571
2019
$46,178 (+1.6%)
$1,028,299 + $2,273,082
$3,301,381
2018
$45,446 (+3.3%)
$1,008,140 + $2,228,520
$3,236,660
2017
$43,980 (+2.6%)
$969,000 + $2,142,000
$3,111,000
2016
$42,849 (+237.7%)
$969,000 + $2,142,000
$3,111,000
2015
$12,688 (+3.5%)
$950,000 + $2,100,000
$3,050,000
2014
$12,261 (+2.5%)
$437,078 + $140,127
$577,205
2013
$11,963 (+3.5%)
$437,078 + $140,127
$577,205
2012
$11,558 (+2.2%)
$435,104 + $139,495
$574,599
2011
$11,312 (+1.1%)
$426,574 + $136,760
$563,334
2010
$11,195 (−0.4%)
$418,212 + $134,079
$552,291
2009
$11,243 (+6.8%)
$415,087 + $133,077
$548,164
2008
$10,530
$416,073 + $133,393
$549,466
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,570
Year renovated
1934
Sq. Ft.
3,830
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 170207000
Parking Spaces
4
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Mar 23, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential (R-1) district is to: Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low-density, single-family residential areas of the city consistent with the General Plan; Make housing available for persons who desire detached housing and a relatively large amount of usable open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and Permit community facilities such as religious assembly uses, schools, parks, and libraries which serve the local population and are not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
Nov 28, 2022 • Final
Minor
Replace a furnace in the basement.
HVAC
Apr 4, 2017 • Active
Plan check
Plumbing
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Lot
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: In Basement
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2023. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.