Originally from a cattle ranch in North Dakota, Faye Keogh pursued a Masters Degree in Sociology with an emphasis in environmental studies. She spent six years as a research sociologist consulting on energy projects including working for the Department of Energy in Puerto Rico, and then three years in Wells Fargo’s International Banking Group, focusing on product development and marketing as well as coordinating special projects for the Chairman of the Board. Her interest in working with individuals prevailed and she began residential real estate in the East Bay in 1988. Faye’s keen instincts, common sense and excellent communication skills have helped her successfully represent both buyers and sellers.

JUST LISTED: 1311 Oxford Street, Berkeley

Exceptional North Berkeley Investment

In a central North Berkeley location, this spacious duplex presents an attractive opportunity for extended family housing or rental income. Architecturally intriguing, the property is conveniently situated near N.Berkeley shops, restaurants, public transit, parks, and UC Berkeley campus. The upper unit, 1311, boasts generous living spaces, a study alcove in the living room, and abundant natural light. It features a large bedroom with an attached office, a second bedroom opening onto a small deck and stairs, an updated bathroom, and an in-unit washer/dryer. The lower unit, 1309, on the main level, shares a similar floor plan with original kitchen, ample communal areas, and a large bedroom with an attached study/sunroom. It includes one original bathroom and a second bedroom with an en-suite bath that opens onto a rear deck, a small garden, and an in-unit washer/dryer. The property offers two garages at the end of the driveway shared with a neighbor, two storage rooms, a petite garden area, and a patio with a trellis. While the foundation and systems require updating or repair, the potential rewards are undoubtedly worthwhile.

Offered at $1,590,000
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presented by Laura Arechiga & Faye Keogh

SOLD: 48 Oak Ridge Rd., Berkeley

Spectacular Mid-Century Berkeley Home

A WOW house on a super-desirable street! Designed by William Wurster in 1954, this spectacular mid-century modern home is perfect for the site. Private, unassuming, and level-in entrance from the street, everything changes once you enter the red door. Upon entering you are instantly astounded by the panoramic scope of view looking out to San Francisco, the Bay, and Mt Tam. With the large expanses of windows and the deck you feel you are one with nature, the sky becomes your partner in living a dream life. Entry, living, and dining areas flow together creating a large spectacular space for entertaining, with gas fireplace and enough built in bookcases for a collector! William Wurster expanded and reconfigured the lower level in the mid 60s, creating a spacious primary suite with large deck, as well as two other bedrooms and full bath, perfect for older kids, visiting family. What was originally a bedroom with full hall bath on the main level has been used and is shown as an office/TV room, but can you imagine the ease of living all on that one level? An updated kitchen opens to a small rear deck with access to the street. This home feels perfect for the empty nester, someone with older kids, or in need of a special pied-a-terre when they visit. The large lot extends down to El Camino and features Japanese maples and a mature Meyer lemon tree, and while one could develop a garden, it seems perfectly suited to be a peaceful serene outlook that directs your eye to the view beyond. This home is for someone willing to undertake some projects: replacing the decks and updating the structural and seismic components. What a superb location! In addition to the incredible view, the street is super friendly with people out with their dogs, friends with friends, planning next get togethers. Three walking paths lead down to El Camino providing convenient access to the Claremont Hotel and Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, hiking trails, Peet's Coffee, SF Express Bus, and the many amenities of Claremont, Elmwood, and Rockridge. Carport with level-in access, lower-level storage. A rare find!

Offered at $2,150,000
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SOLD: 77 The Plaza Drive, Berkeley

Classic Claremont Traditional

Most wonderful Claremont home in prime location...off the main roads, and near Round Park. Classic traditional with many upgrades. Light filled living spaces, including 2 story addition creating large breakfast/lounge area off kitchen opening to rear garden and work-at-home dream office overlooking a peaceful vista. Great flow from entry to living and dining rooms, updated kitchen, tons of storage, ½ bath. Upstairs is a south-facing primary suite with updated bath + French doors to adjacent dressing room/office or bedroom if needed, 2 additional bedrooms, a bath, laundry and the super cool office with built-ins and access to a small sunny deck, relaxing and serene. The lower level contains a large family/rumpus room, 2 storage rooms and utility space. The garden is a lovely mixture of level out decking and natural ground cover. Off street parking, garden shed. Located near Peet's Coffee, the Claremont and Berkeley Tennis Club, Star Market, SF Express Bus, John Muir School...easy to get to know your neighbors as everyone is out and many bring their doggies. A very special retreat!

Offered at $3,095,000
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SOLD: 2945 Claremont Boulevard

Spectacular 1960 John Ballantine Mid-Century

Spectacular 1960 John Ballantine Mid-Century with every upgrade imaginable. Sun-drenched south-facing rooms with terrific indoor-outdoor access. This house offers an ease of living not often found with everything where you want it. An entertainer’s delight! Gracious living & dining rooms open to the spectacular garden as does the very spacious kitchen/family room. Study/bedroom with en-suite bath + ½ bath on main level. Upstairs a large primary suite with closets galore, dream bath with shower/sauna, free standing tub, and more closets. A bedroom currently used as a fabulous closet/office with bath, another bedroom suite with sitting room, bath & closet. All Baths redone! Lower level contains a super-duper large bedroom suite with kitchenette, bath, murphy bed and separate outdoor entrance. Did I mention the oversized garage offering enclosed storage on 2 walls, temperature-controlled wine room, laundry, TV. Stucco walls surround the gardens, covered with blooming plants/vines, gorgeous fountain creating a serene and private retreat. Security gate to driveway, garbage can storage, secure mailbox & package bins...In a perfect location adjacent to Monkey Island Park, and the best of everything, gorgeous/stylish interior, dreamy/magical garden, close to hiking trails and The Claremont Club/Spa.

Offered at $4,270,000
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SOLD: 2922 Garber, Berkeley

Claremont Court Home By Henry H. Gutterson

Architecturally distinguished Claremont Court home by Henry H. Gutterson, built in 1915. 2922 Garber was the first of Gutterson’s many homes and designed for himself and his wife. The design incorporates his love of gardens and desire to make the garden spaces accessible and integrated with the home. He succeeded! All the public rooms open to patios and a large stone terrace with walled seating. Private, lush and south facing. The main living has a very distinctive gracious living room... interesting windows, 2 doors opening to small decks, a gorgeous stone fireplace and bookshelves at one end. The dining room opens by sliding door to the patio. A great Glenn Jarvis kitchen, part of an expansion done by current owners includes a wonderful breakfast room with two sets of French doors to the garden. Upstairs is a south facing primary suite, opening to a deck, another bedroom, small bedroom/tv room and a rustic tree-house like wood paneled office. Downstairs has options: family room/kids hang out with extra bedroom, or rental. There is a full bath and kitchenette with separate entrance. 1-car garage. Perfect location on cul-de-sac near Monkey Island Park... near the best of the Claremont... hiking trails, Claremont Pool and Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, Peet’s coffee, UC Berkeley, and College Ave.!

Home to one of the most prestigious universities in the country, Berkeley offers the intellectual and cultural stimulation from its campus -- which is within walking distance of downtown. Many Berkeley neighborhoods were established in the 1920s, with quiet, tree-lined streets, brown-shingled homes, and lushly landscaped yards. In Thousand Oaks, the original developers preserved ancient oak trees and left rock outcroppings intact. Elmwood, with its thriving business district, remains one of the city’s most sought-after neighborhoods. In Claremont, the Claremont Hotel, a gleaming white Victorian-era landmark, has provided generations of Bay Area residents with a luxurious getaway.

Berkeley has long been at the forefront of culinary innovation. Locals flock to the original Peet’s Coffee & Tea location. For residents who like to savor their meals at home, small retail districts sprinkled throughout Berkeley allow them to shop like Europeans, going from store to store to purchase everything they need. Those in a hurry can always visit major grocery stores nearby.

Neighborhood green spaces abound throughout Berkeley, from small community gardens to the Berkeley Rose Garden -- which boasts more than 3,000 rose bushes. The gem of the area is 2,000-acre Tilden Regional Park, with its miles of biking and hiking trails and the naturally landscaped swimming hole at Lake Anza.

Offered at $2,795,000
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JUST LISTED: 220 The Uplands, Berkeley

Elegant Berkeley Home On 3 Parcels

A fabulous home on 3 usable parcels!! Architecturally distinguished with elegant rooms, beautiful detailing, extra rooms and awash in light! Lots of space! Level in from large front garden off the El Camino cul-de-sac to high ceilings, gorgeous moldings. Each room offers it’s own special magic. There is a small bedroom with bath and separate entrance on main level. Updated kitchen with pantry and adjacent breakfast room; An enchanting study with fireplace and curved wall of windows; Living room with built-ins opens to the large deck along the entire east side of the home that overlooks the park-like gardens in the rear. Tall trees, meandering trails, a circle of lawn, areas to garden and a patio with fireplace...something for everyone.

Upstairs are 4++ bedrooms and 3 baths...playroom, tv room...take your pick. A bit of tweaking could create a very spacious primary suite. Peek of the bay views from most rooms on west side, great afternoon light in house and front terrace. Two garages, basement/lower level with development potential.

Beautifully maintained over many years, this stately home is rare indeed...spacious both inside and out. Close proximity to the Claremont Club, Peets Coffee, hiking trails, SF Express Bus, Star Market, BART. A gem!

Offered at $3,495,000
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JUST LISTED: 1170 Sterling Avenue, Berkeley

Enchanting Tudor-Style North Berkeley Home

The Best of Both Worlds! 1170 Sterling is an enchanting 1938 Tudor-style home tucked into the North Berkeley Hills that has been recently transformed & updated by owners in residence since the early 1960’s. Almost everything (incl. electrical & plumbing) is new on the inside from an enlarged gorgeous kitchen with views, creation of a primary suite upstairs, and a new, enlarged bath on main level. This home combines architectural charm with all the desirable modern amenities and styles so in demand these days.

The main level has a dramatic original living room w a vaulted wooden ceiling & two walls of windows, a spacious dining room opening to the view and deck, an extraordinary kitchen + sundrenched breakfast rm opening to a large deck/views, as well as bedroom & gorgeous new hall bath. Upstairs are two beds, two baths, incl primary suite, and loft area adjacent to 2nd BR. Downstairs includes an original rumpus room (non-conforming height) and a reworked lower level creating options for future development. A front garden/patio below the street and a lower garden for play offer opportunities to enjoy the charm of the hills. A spacious 1+ car garage has high ceilings and room for storage. It’s a dog-walking neighborhood, so easy to meet neighbors. Special indeed!

Open Houses:
Saturday, March 2nd
Sunday, March 3rd
2PM - 4PM

Additional Showings by Appointment:
Contact Faye Keogh
(510) 220-6373

Offered at $1,749,000
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SOLD: 52 The Uplands, Berkeley

Traditional In Desirable Uplands

Wow! A cool house + a most fabulous permitted ADU, blt 2016! Here is the perfect situation for a family + extended family member. Located in the desirable Uplands neighborhood, 52 is a traditional style home with great light that has been meticulously maintained and updated. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, office, breakfast/tv room, and living/dining rooms. The ADU was built in 2016 for a family member, with spacious bath, fab kitchen, bedroom and living/dining area with gas fireplace. Both have owned solar. A patio area behind the home opens to a large garden to the south, with low maintenance plants, a lounge area and play area with swing. The ADU has it’s own patio area, or perfect basketball court/play area. A driveway leads up to gate which allows level-in access to rear of house and ADU. The view to the north provides great views of the hills, trees, and sky. It’s a people friendly neighborhood - easy to meet neighbors walking to Star Market, walking with friends or dogs. The city owned Green Walkway and Round Park provide a bit of country in Berkeley. Near Rockridge, great restaurants, BART and SF Express bus.

Offered at $2,775,000
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SOLD: 291 The Uplands, Berkeley

A Tremendous Opportunity

1937 Edwin Lewis Snyder colonial built on the site of the former Taylor Estate. The location is ultimate with glorious views of the SF Bay area. Sited on a private road off The Uplands near the top of the cul-de-sac. Views, privacy and an opportunity to create and restore something spectacular! Large lot with Panoramic Bay and hillside views and a great deal of level patio/garden area on the East side of house. Down-sloping garden on the west side. Quiet yet easy access to freeways and an easy stroll down to Star Market, Peet’s Coffee, Claremont shops and hiking trails. There is a two-car garage with interior access plus additional and ample driveway parking. Two bedrooms/one large bath on top level, bed/library with full bath on main level, large living room with vaulted ceiling, a fireplace flanked with built-ins, dining room and breakfast room with kitchen all facing the western sky and views. One bed, full bath and large fam/media/rec room at lower level. All have breathtaking views!

Offered at $1,899,000
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presented by Faye Keogh & Laura Arechiga

SOLD: 5935 Whitney Street

Light-Filled North Oakland Contemporary

Move right into this turnkey, light-filled contemporary North Oakland/Bushrod home. Completely redesigned and upgraded in 2018/2019, the residence features a 2 story, 4 bed/3.5 bath house with a 1bed/1bath ADU. The main house has an open floorplan with living/dining area, large kitchen/great room combo with soaring ceilings and ample windows. Perfectly laid out for large gatherings with great indoor/outdoor access via sliding doors to a deck leading down to a smaller garden with lawn area, plantings, fountain, patio area, and ADU. The main level has a den/library with wall of custom bookshelves/sliding ladder + an en-suite bedroom. The chef’s kitchen has a large island, plenty of storage, and high end appliances. The lower level has 3 bedrooms, including a primary suite with dual closets and luxurious bath. The sitting area is perfect for a media room/play area. 2 rear BRs have large built-in closets with sliding doors that open onto the rear patio. Hall bath, laundry, utility space, and large storage area. The ADU has 1BR and sitting area, full kitchen, & stylish bath. Other upgrades include Tesla car charger, AC, Shade Store window coverings, A+ appliances include a Miele washer/dryer and wine fridge. Located on a quiet street in a convenient location, this amazing home awaits its new owners!

Offered at $1,995,000
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presented by Faye Keogh & Karthiga Anandan

SOLD: 1 Arlmont Drive, Kensington

Exquisite & Magical Kensington Home

Such an exquisite property comes along once in a very long while. Striking & dramatic in its architectural presence on the outside, magical, warm, intimate & inspiring on the inside, 1 Arlmont Drive is truly a special home. Built in 1939 by John Regan Miller, who purchased and developed/built the “Maybeck Tract”, he chose this site for his own home. In the same family since 1974, the home has undergone wonderful enhancements. The large lot includes both a lawn on the south side, with blooming trees & hedges, as well as 3 terraces on the north side for dining, lounging, playing, gardening & sunset gazing.

A terrace along the south side of home leads to the front door. A dramatic living room has vaulted ceiling, large windows, a gorgeous fireplace and views! The dining room opens via French doors onto the south facing terrace. A remodeled eat-in kitchen...beautifully simple & functional with dining bench overlooks the terraces beyond. This floor also has a bedroom, full bath & interior access to the garage. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, 3 baths. The primary suite opens to a private terrace. On the lower level is a most fabulous large family/media/office room with access to its own terrace, great light & views. An updated bath, kitchenette and closet make this a very versatile space.

The location is super convenient...an elementary school, public library, extra parking nearby, Tilden Park, as well as Kensington shops & eateries.

This is truly a one-of-a-kind home that has been well loved and cared for...get ready to fall in love!

No Public Open Houses. Open to agents with buyers and registered buyers. Call agent for showing instructions and alarm information.

Offered at $2,695,000
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SOLD: 2952 Claremont Boulevard

Elegant Home On Gorgeous Level Lot

Moments to Monkey Island Park...a gorgeous level lot...the ultimate location AND an elegant house with exceptional flow. This lovely 1915 traditional (Charles R. Madison, Architect) has spacious public rooms with an understated elegance. Move seamlessly from the living room to the dining room to the sun-filled family room opening to a large deck and rear garden. Updated kitchen. Lots of bookshelves and two fireplaces. 4 bedrooms 3 baths up including 2 primary suites. The dining room and sunny family room open onto a large entertainment deck and serene/private gardens. Near the Claremont Club and Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, Peet’s Coffee, the SF Express Bus and the many amenities of the Claremont/Elmwood/Rockridge Districts. Two car garage. Fabulous!

SOLD: 220 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley

A True Claremont Craftsman

A true 1918 Craftsman with charm galore! Conveniently located on Hillcrest Rd, near The Uplands and Roanoke, the home is a bit secluded from the street, offering privacy but is still filled with light. The entire home exudes character and warmth, from the brick fireplaces in living, dining and family rooms, to original wood, and a gorgeous sunroom on the main level. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two baths including a primary suite as well as a small office. There is a dining patio/garden on the south side of the house on the down-sloping lot, accessed via a side stairs as well as from within. Near the many amenities of the Claremont/ Rockridge neighborhood......BART, pool and tennis clubs, shops and fine restaurants.

Main Level: Living room with fireplace and access to a large sunroom, dining room with fireplace, open eat-in kitchen with washer/dryer half bath ½ flight down

Top Level: Primary suite with updated bath, two additional bedrooms hall bath, office

Lower Level: Large family room with fireplace and built desk/cabinets/shelving, finished bonus space, utility room + basement/crawl space below

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presented by Faye Keogh & Laura Arechiga

SOLD: 20 Brookside Avenue

Glorious Light-Filled Home

Glorious 1916 Henry Gutterson light-filled home in primo location! Elegant, spacious rooms, many French doors, and windows, with an abundance of built-in bookcases. Home has been updated by the current owner/architect in A+ fashion. Level lot on quiet cul-de-sac with Harwood Creek flowing by. Primary suite is beautiful with fireplace, an office and walk-in closet/dressing room and remodeled bath. Two additional bedrooms with updated bath. Access to a small deck from one bedroom and a sunroom from the other. Fabulous eat-in kitchen with desk area, “Pavilion” with mud room/full bath and den/guest bedroom, which opens to a lovely garden, offering room for dining, meditating and play. Exquisite details galore! Super convenient location near Star Market, BART, Rockridge and Elmwood shopping and dining. A rare find!

Offered at $3,195,000
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SOLD: 152 Tunnel Road

Serene Claremont Home

Tahoe Mt home meets the Southwest… in Berkeley! This is the first home built by well-known East Bay Architect James Servais. Private from the street, with a barn-like façade set behind an electric gate. This unique home opens to Harwood Creek, trees and sky on the south side... one’s own world but just a short distance from the Claremont Hotel, Peet’s Coffee, BART, and fine dining. Open floorplan creates a warm & inviting “great room” with a sitting area around a Santa Fe style fireplace, huge windows, open dining, & access to a deck above Harwood Creek. Remodeled kitchen with generous eating area. Laundry, ½ bath + multiple closets on main level. Upstairs is a wonderful tv/family room. Generous primary suite with fireplace + large closet/dressing room and bath. The guest bedroom has a loft to access rooftop solar. Finally, the perfect office for those who work at home… large, light & open to the trees and sky. Two-car garage, side patio, low-care garden. Truly a special home in The Claremont!

Offered at $1,600,000
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SOLD: 84 The Plaza Drive

Gorgeous, English-Style Cottage

Gorgeous, dramatic, English- style level-in cottage, designed by Walter H. Ratcliff in 1910, in most fabulous A+ Claremont location! Grand living room, perfect for entertaining, dancing, sitting by the signature fireplace. Primary suite and additional bedroom/office on main level. 3rd bedroom/2nd bath above kitchen. Library, quiet-room up from living room. Many rooms open to large patio and a beautiful garden. Quiet. Super convenient to Star Market, bus line, and Wood Tavern! Extensively updated in 2006-2007. 1 car garage, ample parking. Ease of living in your forever home!

Offered at $1,750,000
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SOLD: 76 Oak Ridge Road

Incredible Panoramic Views In Berkeley

That rare home...perfect for a single person or couple with occasional visitors. Located on a special cul-de-sac near everything, this home is special, offering ease of living, views and location. Living/dining room open to deck on which to spend the day. Remodeled eat-in kitchen and ½ bath. Romantic primary suite, designed by Jarvis Architects, with incredible panoramic views! Bath with shower and tub. Laundry on this level. Double pane doors and windows on top 2 floors. Two floors down are two bedrooms, one is perfect as office, another as guest bedroom + bath. Access from this level to side stairs. Lower level offers heated “art studio” or exercise room. Garden/workshop area. Small private garden area with deck for dining, sitting with your dog, or meditating. Garage with interior entry. Near Claremont Club, Berkeley Tennis, Peet’s Coffee, hiking trails and public transportation. Needs some work but worth it!

Offered at $1,750,000
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SOLD: 1210 Grizzly Peak

Contemporary Style With Reflecting Pool

Large, spacious and light filled home on 3 levels! Built in 1951, the contemporary style home has room for everyone in an open floor plan with decks and terraces from every room! Level entry from a large front terrace with fountain into open spaces with views to the west. Main level includes large living room, spacious open kitchen with island, dining or family room, laundry, full bath and small bedroom perfect as an exercise room. Level entry into two car garage. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two baths, including generously sized primary suite. Decks and terraces from everywhere! Lower level includes a roomy family room with fireplace, two more bedrooms, full bath, and access to large terrace and down to waterfall with reflecting pool. Low maintenance landscaping both front and back! Double paned doors and windows throughout! Two furnaces, two water heaters, air conditioning on top 2 floors and tons of storage! Lovely spot near Tilden Park.

Offered at $2,800,000
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SOLD: 56 The Uplands, Claremont

Historic Claremont Beauty

A rare beauty with grand public rooms and a special rear garden. Kitchen with generous eating area, large pantry and fourth bath opens onto rear brick patio and beautiful plantings. A first floor office is ideally situated off the formal living room w/fireplace and beautiful hardwood floors. All four bedrooms and three full baths are conveniently located on the second floor including 2 en-suite bedrooms. A driveway along side the house allows for level entry. Detached garage. The location of this iconic beauty provides for every convenience, the outlook is the wooded walking path so popular with the neighborhood dog walkers. It checks all the boxes! Minutes from top-rated schools, Claremont Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club and the popular Star Grocery and you won't want to miss the 4th of July parade, an age old tradition where you can meet all your neighbors.

Offered at $3,250,000
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presented by Faye Keogh & Carolyn Jones

SOLD: 24 Vicente Road, Berkeley

A Private And Gated Estate

Located in the lower and accessible Claremont Hills. This is a gorgeous gated estate with privacy and state of the art updates. An ideal floor plan with four spacious bedrooms and two baths conveniently all on the second level. The main entry level with a foyer, formal dining room that opens to the front patio, kitchen with breakfast room, a living and family room plus an additional bonus/office space. Stylishly updated throughout with modern and timeless sensibility. The house has a seamless connection to its impeccably landscaped garden, patios fit for entertaining, a sandbox, hammock deck, a cedar soaking tub and sauna. The addition of a new designer ADU in the backyard allows for flexibility in life and living. Upgraded systems, air conditioning and Tesla battery backups. A wonderful retreat yet minutes from top-rated schools, Claremont Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club and the ever popular Claremont/Elmwood/Rockridge districts!

Offered at $2,950,000
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presented by Faye Keogh & Laura Arechiga

Additional Showings by Appointment:

Contact Laura Arechiga
(510) 701-5188
laura.arechiga@gmail.com

Contact Faye Keogh
(510) 220-6373
fkeogh@grubbco.com

SOLD: 61 Oak Ridge Road, Claremont

Magical & Romantic Claremont Villa

61 Oak Ridge Road is a most magical and romantic villa designed in 1930 by architect Clarence Tantau. Located on a special cul-de-sac in the Claremont, this home is unique in its design, offering fabulous entertaining spaces and beautiful retreats both in and outside the house including a charming sunroom room and a small art studio. Upstairs is a large primary suite facing the Bay, two additional bedrooms with jack-and-jill bath, and an office. French doors open from public rooms to the beautiful western facing garden with pool, a rarity in the Claremont. Some Bay views. You will feel like you are living in Italy, while just a stone’s throw from the Claremont Club, Berkeley Tennis Club, Peet’s Coffee, the SF Express bus, and the many amenities of the Claremont/Elmwood/Rockridge Districts. Two car garage + additional off-street parking. The home is mostly in original condition, so updating is needed, but oh so worth it. This is a rare opportunity indeed!

Offered at $3,395,000
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SOLD: 949 Euclid Avenue, Berkeley

Bright Mediterranean In Berkeley

949 Euclid is a most charming and distinctive Mediterranean with incredible light, spacious rooms and romantic architecture. Sited above the street to maximize views, the home offers an array of fab living spaces including a beamed ceiling living room, charming dining room, large kitchen opening to private, flat garden, ½ bath with laundry, and lovely family room with a wall of glass to the garden. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms, including a light filled primary suite w small office alcove, 2 BR with beamed ceilings and a hall bath. A lower level includes a 2nd family/rumpus room with fireplace, French doors to a terrace and full bath. A two car garage makes this complete. Located on a bus line with access to Berkeley BART. Needs some work but definitely worth it!

Offered at $1,795,000
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SOLD: 106 The Plaza, Claremont

Lovely Traditional Claremont Home

Round Park is across the street and a stream runs through the large, level gorgeous lot...the ultimate location AND there is a beautiful house as well. This lovely traditional has great detailing, sun-filled living room, dining room with built-ins, lots of bookshelves, a fabulous sunroom, great office with wall of bookshelves, and country style kitchen with dining banquette opening to the garden. PLUS there is a most gorgeous, permitted 2 story art studio with bath. Enclosed by a flowering vine covered fence, the gate opens into a special world of beauty, privacy, quiet and serenity. Near pool and tennis clubs, SF Express Bus, BART, fine dining, and Star Market. Great location to meet neighbors, dogs and kids!

Offered at $2,795,000
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SOLD: 60 The Uplands, Berkeley

Gorgeous Home In The Heart of Claremont

A gorgeous home in the heart of Claremont! 60 the Uplands is the beneficiary of an amazing renovation, including a new foundation and mechanicals. Quality abounds from tailored craftsmanship to lovely light fixtures. Flooded with light throughout! Chef’s kitchen, dining and living room all open to south facing trellis shaded patio, enchanting garden and play area. Sublime office and romantic primary suite offer serene retreat. Windows on the north overlook a greenbelt and East Bay hills. Bonus media/family room and laundry! 4+ bedrooms, 3 ½ baths. Garage with interior access, a full basement with a huge amount of storage, including wine cellar, workshop, exercise room etc. This special home is both architectural and beautiful! Perfect location near Star Market, SF Express Bus, BART, all the amenities of College Ave/Rockridge, pool and tennis club. Definitely a 10!

Open Houses:
Saturday, April 30th
Sunday, May 1st
2PM - 4PM

Offered at $2,695,000
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SOLD: 3115 Lewiston Avenue, Berkeley

Beautiful Elmwood Home

Beautiful home in heart of Elmwood on prized cul-d-sac. A+ remodel by Jarvis Architects to all three floors is timeless. Ease of living with open kitchen/dining room overlooking the gardens. Wonderful light throughout! Four bedrooms, two beautiful baths on second floor, including primary suite with gorgeous bath. Third floor great room is perfect for movies, game table, schoolwork, exercise, with full bath and small deck. Tons of storage built-in everywhere! The garden is smaller but lush and inviting. Perfect location...quiet, close to College Avenue shops and fine eats, BART and buses! Impeccable!

Offered at $2,895,000
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SOLD: 260 Panoramic Way, Berkeley

Spectacular Panoramic Hill

260 Panoramic Way...is a most amazing big-view retreat! Located in the historic Panoramic Hill neighborhood, this 1935 brown shingle home has had an extensive architectural remodel, creating a one-of-a-kind magical, romantic, serene, private and inspiring place to call home. Soaring beamed ceilings, multiple skylights, many windows, a spectacular library opening to the luscious gardens, and outlooks to the world create a most memorable living experience. The primary suite is alone on the top floor...an aerie-like retreat! 3 bedrooms/3.5 baths. Two laundries. An abundance of bookcases. Great separation of spaces. Bonus studio/guest space above 2-car garage. Near hiking trails and easy access to UC Berkeley and the Claremont. A house you will want to call your own!

Offered at $1,950,000
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co-listed with Laura Arechiga

SOLD: 2816 Garber Street, Berkeley

Exceptional Elmwood Home

Talk about sweet! 2816 Garber is a very neat house...true Berkeley style with a more contemporary flair. The living and dining rooms are traditional with wonderful detailing and great light. An addition in 2002 added a bit of square footage, a real primary suite, an additional bedroom/family room and the super valuable bonus room. Located across from Emerson School on a quiet cul-de-sac near College Ave shops and restaurants and buses, this charming smaller home offers a south-facing garden with planting beds, a deck for afternoon reflection and a shed for storing all the necessities. The location puts you near Monkey Island Park, the Claremont Club, hiking trails and Peet’s Coffee. It needs some work but definitely worth it!

• Living and Dining Rooms with lots of character
• 2+ Bedrooms (3rd legal bedroom shown as family room)/2 Baths open to a deck
• Original kitchen with modern appliances including 36” gas range
• Bonus space with built-in bunk
• Basement storage, laundry/utility room
• Off-street parking

Trust sale. Offer date to be determined.

Offered at $1,150,000
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SOLD: 25 The Plaza Drive, Claremont

In The Heart of Claremont

In the heart of the Claremont...25 Plaza Drive is a cozy Craftsman style home that abounds with “Old Berkeley” charm. An almost level-in entry hall leads to a large family room opening to the secluded garden. The living room with Inglenook is spacious, inviting and serene and adjacent to a classic dining room with built-ins. The kitchen and baths were updated in 2015/16. A bedroom and full bath on the main level are a great plus. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a light and airy sunroom/office overlooking the private garden. The former garage was converted years ago to a very cool studio/playroom/ workout space opening to the garden. On one of the most desirable streets in Claremont, 25 Plaza is perfectly located...near Round Park, Star Market, fine dining, pool and tennis clubs, freeway access, BART and the SF Express bus. A gem!

Open Houses:
Saturday, September 18th
Saturday, September 19th
2pm - 4pm

Additional Showings by Appointment

Offered at $1,995,000
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SOLD: 25 The Plaza Drive, Claremont

In The Heart of Claremont

In the heart of the Claremont...25 Plaza Drive is a cozy Craftsman style home that abounds with “Old Berkeley” charm. An almost level-in entry hall leads to a large family room opening to the secluded garden. The living room with Inglenook is spacious, inviting and serene and adjacent to a classic dining room with built-ins. The kitchen and baths were updated in 2015/16. A bedroom and full bath on the main level are a great plus. Upstairs are two bedrooms and a light and airy sunroom/office overlooking the private garden. The former garage was converted years ago to a very cool studio/playroom/ workout space opening to the garden. On one of the most desirable streets in Claremont, 25 Plaza is perfectly located...near Round Park, Star Market, fine dining, pool and tennis clubs, freeway access, BART and the SF Express bus. A gem!

Open Houses:
Saturday, September 18th
Saturday, September 19th
2pm - 4pm

Additional Showings by Appointment

Offered at $1,995,000
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SOLD: 91 Eucalyptus Road, Claremont/Rockridge

Cool Contemporary With Views

91 Eucalyptus is a very cool, airy and light-filled 50’s home with fabulous views! With a Berkeley mailing address and Oakland taxes, schools, and services, this is the best of Claremont and Rockridge! Up a flight of stairs from the entrance hall and garage to 1 level living with an open floor plan includes kitchen, dining and living spaces, all facing the western sky. Two bedrooms share a bath and open to a lush garden to the rear with hot tub, lawn and dining terrace. A 1+ car garage (with electric car charger) and laundry/utility room provide ample space for storage. The newly installed electric heat pump/AC keeps the house cool and comfy. Here is the perfect Pied-a-Terre, condo alternative or serene retreat for a minimalist! Great location near Rockridge shops and BART, fine dining, Star Grocery, SF Express bus and easy freeway access.

Offered at $995,000
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SOLD: 41 Oakvale Avenue, Claremont

John Hudson Thomas Treasure In Claremont

Designed circa 1915 by John Hudson Thomas, this extraordinary home exemplifies Berkeley rich architectural history. Set back from the street in a park-like, creek-side setting, the rustic exterior only hints at the beauty within. There is a dramatic clear heart redwood living room with a cathedral-like ceiling and so much other special detailing throughout the house. 3+ Bedrooms, 3 1/2 Baths and a spectacular 3rd floor atelier and writing studio. A magical, romantic and serene retreat in A+ location!

No Public Open Houses. Aents & Buyers by Appointment

Offered at $2,750,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 34 Oak Ridge Road

Fabulous Views! A World Of Its Own!

Architecturally distinctive, charming and sited for major view watching! 34 Oak Ridge Road is something rare...a 1922 Henry H. Gutterson classic home with the openness of a contemporary design. The Great Room opens via French doors to a grand deck with panoramic Bay Views! Upstairs are three bedrooms and two baths + a sunroom suitable for late afternoon cocktails. A bonus room at the lower level (with ½ bath) offers options as art space, workout room or hang out. An abundance of windows provide great light throughout and special outlooks to the East Bay.

Sited on a down-sloping lot, there is a large terrace with a meandering path through the gardens...a perfect spot to garden or read. 1 car garage.

Home for almost 50 years to the same owners, 34 is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a BIG view, a wonderful street and easy access to pool and tennis, hiking trails, Peets coffee and the SF Express Bus.

Offered at $1,525,000
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SOLD: 935 Regal Road, Berkeley

Views! Gorgeous gardens! Beautiful condition and AC!!!!!!

Charm abounds in this 1923 home set amidst a hillside of flowering plants, shrubs, and trees. Sited a bit up the slope to capture the Bay view, one meanders through the gardens before reaching the beautifully maintained home. The main level includes a spacious living room with fireplace and dining room, both with views, remodeled kitchen, two bedrooms and a study or 3rd bedroom and a bath. The lower level is shown as a spacious master + bath with separate entrance and deck as well as adjoining art room or kitchenette or could be used as a separate in-law. A back patio is filled with blooming pots of color as well as a former chicken coop, for those inclined to a bit of urban farming. Updated with AC!!! 1 car garage. Near bus on Euclid and a short drive down to BART. A special place to call home!

Offered at $1,195,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

OFFER DATE: OFFERS DUE WED JULY 7 BY NOON.

SOLD: 34 Alvarado Road

Prairie-Style Claremont Home

This stately Prairie-style home was built on a grand scale with expansive rooms, large windows & space for everyone! Designed by Charles W. McCall, who designed many large Piedmont homes, 34 Alvarado is sited on a double lot, up and back from the street, behind a grouping of redwood trees which provide wonderful privacy and a sense of being in nature. The public rooms are generously scaled...perfect for entertaining and hosting events or enjoying being in gorgeous spaces! Sliding doors open from the living room to a glorious solarium with views of garden and trees. The dining room can serve a crowd. A romantic den/family room has a wall of glass overlooking the garden. There is also a sundrenched office as well as updated kitchen + breakfast room that opens to the patio.

Upstairs are four spacious & sunny bedrooms with large closets and three remodeled baths. The third floor (not part of the square footage) is a super bonus space with a large playroom or office as well as an an au-pair with bath.

The gardens are lovely & perfect for dining, lounging & playing. A nearby path leads to the Claremont Hotel with easy access to coffee, a bakery & the Express Bus. Some selective tree trimming could produce sparkling Bay views! One can see both the Claremont Hotel and the Campanille! Truly an extraordinary home!

Offered at $3,895,000
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SOLD: 1350 Sunnyhills Road

Exceptional Crocker Highlands Home

This gorgeous Colonial/Traditional is located close to Piedmont, and is situated on an expansive lot. The home is graciously proportioned and most rooms on the main floor open with French doors to the sumptuous garden or deck.

Main Floor:

• Generous sized Living Room with fireplace and French doors to rear patio and garden
• Formal Dining Room
• Spacious, updated eat-in kitchen with French doors to deck, hot tub, and west-side garden
• Half bathroom with laundry
• Den/family room/study with fireplace, that opens to North Garden and patio
• Entrance to large basement and interior access to the garage

Upstairs:

• Master suite with updated bathroom and two spacious closets
• 2 other spacious bedrooms – one has a plus room attached that can be used as either a study or playroom.
• 1 other updated bathroom

Other Features:

• Convenient location
• Ample storage throughout
• Hot tub
• House is light-filled
• Interior access to garage
• Room for wine storage in basement

Offered at $2,295,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 220 El Camino, Berkeley

Contemporary Claremont Home

Truly remarkable and rare! 220 El Camino is a cool & sophisticated 1950 Contemporary on a large relatively flat parcel in the Claremont! The public spaces are elegant and generously sized with high ceilings and lots of light. Two spacious bedrooms, two & one half baths, a study + kitchen/breakfast room with laundry, pantry and lots of storage make this the perfect smaller home that lives large. What is most remarkable is the oversized garden, so rare in the East Bay. The living room and study open onto a large deck that surrounds a beautiful Sequoia tree and leads to the garden filled with mature plantings, winding paths, outdoor gathering areas, and sunny spots for a vegetable garden. Plus two car garage and off street parking. Located on the upside of the El Camino cul-de-sac near a public path leading to Hillcrest Rd, not far from Star Market and public transport. In the same family since the early 1970’s, a bit of updating would make this stylish home just about perfect!

Offered at $1,850,000
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SOLD: 2950 Russell Street, Berkeley

Fantastic Elmwood Location

Essential Elmwood location, steps to the Claremont Spa and Tennis, Peets, wonderful hiking trails and very direct access to all transportation. The Elmwood commercial district just three blocks down offers fine dining, the library, a movie theater, and dozens of shopping choices. Main floor gracious entry opens to lovely public rooms with original details intact, a formal dining room which opens into an office or zoom room with direct access to the deck. The kitchen has been refreshed and modernized and includes an attractive eat-in space and convenient access to the garden. There are three light and bright bedrooms on the second floor, one which has an adjoining study and access to upper deck. At the lower level there is a family room, fourth bedroom and newly updated bathroom. The level rear garden offers lots of choices for play and relaxation. There is a detached 1+ car garage.

4 BR, 2.5 BA, detached 1-car garage.

Offered at $1,950,000
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co-listed with Carolyn Jones

SOLD: 285 The Uplands, Claremont

Architect Designed Claremont Beauty With Level-In Access On Cul-De-Sac

Move right into this gorgeous home designed by Frederick Confer in 1939. Enjoy the near level in-access, beautiful south-facing public rooms, updated kitchen that opens to the front deck, and remodeled master suite on the main floor. Especially enticing is the contemporary feel of this lovely home! Sophisticated and ideal for hanging art! Easy access to the shops on Claremont and Domingo, the Claremont Hotel, the bus line, including the SF bus, and close to the freeway entrance, not too far away.

Main floor: Stunning living room with recent double paned windows installed and fireplace, formal Dining Room, updated Kitchen that opens to front patio, master suite with dressing room and a beautiful recent bathroom

Lower Level: 2 Bedroom suites with their own bathrooms, spacious family room with built-ins

Other: 1 car garage with Tesla Supercharger with 220 volts, extensive grounds, private garden, and deck which is level-out from the kitchen

Offered at $2,850,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 123 Parkside Drive, Claremont

Exceptional Claremont Home

This is a dream home… meticulously updated from top to bottom, includes new foundation and lower level, perfect ADU for office, retreat, guest or party room… gorgeous garden with outdoor dining and places for kids and pets to roam. Every detail attended to. Sumptuous master suite with office alcove, gorgeous bath and ample closets. Three other bedrooms, two baths with large closets. Craftsman detailing with beams and built-in benches. Perfect kitchen with eating area opening to the large back porch and garden. Lower level has bedroom, plus room, bath, media/family room, game area, laundry with lots of storage. So thoughtfully designed for total ease of living. The one you’ve been waiting for!

Offered at $3,465,000
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SOLD: 329 Hampton Road, Piedmont

One-Of-A-Kind Julia Morgan With Contemporary Flair

Here is a one-of-a-kind Julia Morgan, designed with a more contemporary flair than many of the homes for which she is famous. Circa 1938, the home has the feel of a romantic French country house, with balconies and French doors opening to stone patios and the glorious level garden. A curved driveway leads to a parking area and the first view of this magical home, screened by an abundance of flowering vines and shrubs. The side pathway leads to an elegant entrance hall, opening to the spectacular living room which looks out to the garden and the dramatic dining room, so charming and intimate yet spacious. Surrounded by mature plantings, every window offers private, tranquil outlooks. The first level includes a remodeled kitchen with family room w fireplace, pantry, powder room, plus a bedroom and bath. The master bedrooms suite is indeed glorious….very generously proportioned with French doors overlooking the garden, a fireplace, two dressing rooms and an updated bath. Two bedrooms on the south side with adjoining baths have access to a sunny balcony. In addition there is an upstairs library with built-ins and another room suitable for office/art studio/ bedroom, easily accessed by a 2nd staircase. In addition to the ample parking, there is a two- car garage w electric car charger and garden shed. The location is fabulous, just a block from the playing fields/tennis courts and convenient bus access. For the discriminating buyer…..a world unto itself!

Offered at $4,565,000
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SOLD: 2946 Russell Street

The Home Everyone Wants

Very coveted location, wonderful condition, an updated and sleek traditional with perfect floorplan and a south-facing garden. The moldings throughout are gorgeous, the living and dining rooms flow to the kitchen/family room , which opens to a sunny deck with a few steps down to the beautifully landscaped garden/lawn with fountain. Upstairs are three bedrooms incl. a gorgeous master suite with balcony, beautifully remodeled hall bath and a playroom/sunroom/office with a peek of SF views! A dedicated media room with built-ins, large video screen and top quality audio equipment (all included), plus black-out draperies occupies most of this lower level, which opens to the rear garden. There is also a large laundry room and full bath. A leased solar system is in place, a 1+ car garage plus tandem parking for multiple cars and a Tesla charging station. The location is superior, centrally located to the Claremont Club & Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, hiking trails, Peets Coffee, SF Express bus and the many amenities of College Ave and Rockridge.

MLS Agent Info: All showings by appt only w/ executed PEAD submitted after touring virtually following COVID protocol. Tour home at 2946RussellSt.com. Contact agent for disclosures. No lockbox. Sq. footage of home and lot not verified or guaranteed by Listing Agent nor Seller.

Offered at $2,695,000
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SOLD: 185 The Uplands, Claremont

Classic English Tudor designed by William Charles Hays, 1917

185 The Uplands is a Classic English Tudor in the Claremont District, designed by William Charles Hayes, arch. @ 1917. Surrounded by magical, spacious and mature gardens, this is a unique and spectacular property. Find sanctuary in this grand four bedroom, 3++ bath home with gourmet kitchen, featuring a gorgeous Le Cornue range, breakfast nook, wet bar and room for friends and family to gather. The original wood paneled dining room is beautiful, with built-ins and turn of the century English brass chandelier. The large living room opens to a terrace with expansive views of the garden and local views across Berkeley to the Cal Campus and beyond. The classic exterior is magnificent, replete with wood paneled entrance, boxwood topiary and stone benches that welcome family and friends.

The interior is equally striking as the exterior. Warm original woodwork, wonderful light, and a gracious layout combined with vintage and contemporary elements exemplify old Berkeley whilst introducing a modern design aesthetic. The gardens are something out of a dream. Beautifully designed and visually gorgeous, you are transported to the English countryside. Fruit trees, an asparagus bed, strawberry bed and numerous Redwood raised planters are ready for seasonal vegetables and flower growing year-round. Truly a gardener’s paradise, with room for additional planting or generous children’s play area.

Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a master with fireplace that adjoins an office/sunroom/sleeping porch with views of the local hillsides and glimpses of the bay. In addition, there are two remodeled bathrooms and a generous walk-up attic with room for storage or potential expansion.

The lower level includes a media/family room, bar, additional powder room, and spectacular in-law suite that opens to the marvelous tranquil gardens.

The prime location offers easy access to the Claremont Hotel and Spa, Berkeley Tennis club, SF Express bus, BART, hiking trails and the many amenities of Claremont, Elmwood, and Rockridge. This is a sophisticated yet comfortable home, perfect for entertaining a crowd or as a peaceful retreat for family and friends.

Offered at $3,450,000
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SOLD: 1194 Cragmont Avenue, Berkeley

A Dramatic, Architecturally Designed Craftsman in Park-like Setting

Move right into this stunning and spacious Brown Shingle craftsman and enjoy the serenity and enchantment of the North Berkeley Hills. Built in 1922, this home reflects the charm and universal appeal of this earlier era, with excellent indoor/outdoor living and period detailing. The defining feature of this home is the spectacular dramatic living room with 20-foot vaulted ceilings. The 1⁄2-acre lot includes mature redwoods, a creek, many garden areas, and the ultimate in privacy, peace and quiet. Easy access to Tilden Park, University of California, Gourmet Ghetto, and bus lines. 4 BRs, 4 BAs, Old Berkeley at its finest!

1st FLOOR - A stunning living room with original redwood paneling, a balcony overlooking the main floor, a concrete chimney and fireplace, a library alcove, filtered views of the bay and French doors opening to the oversize expansive south facing deck. Across the hall there is a suite of rooms: A former dining room and office with separate entrance, a full bath, and a kitchenette. Beyond is the spacious eat-in kitchen which opens to the deck and the south garden.

2nd FLOOR - 3 well-appointed bedrooms, and a full bath with tub and shower.

3rd FLOOR - A bedroom suite with built-ins, full bathroom and spectacular bay views.

LOWER LEVEL - An au pair suite with kitchenette, bathroom, and living room.

OUTDOORS/GARDEN - Extensive grounds, mostly fenced, with lots of room to roam and plant a luxurious garden. Off-street parking for several tandem cars.

Offered at $1,750,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 610 Cragmont Avenue, Berkeley

Extensive Fixer With Great Potential

Here is a fantastic opportunity to restore this classic 1930’s home designed by Architect W.R. Yelland to its former beauty. While the home is in complete need of restoration and remodeling, the upside potential is tremendous……..it sits on an amazing oversized, almost level lot with filtered Bay and San Francisco views, offering tremendous privacy with room to roam. There is a large beamed ceiling living room with massive fireplace, Library with adjacent patio, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room and 4th bedroom and bath on the main level. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two baths, including a large master suite. There is also a third floor attic space with bath that is not part of the Gross Living Area square footage. A huge basement area awaits development. There is also a two car garage/workshop beneath the house. The site is quite extraordinary… all usable, serene and quiet, accessible to bus lines just down the public path to Spruce…Bring your architect and contractor and make plans! No Public Open Houses.

BOH November 21st 9:30- 12:00, Saturday Open House November 23rd, Sunday Open house Dec 1, BOH 9:30 – 12:00 Dec 5th, Saturday Open house Dec, 7 2-4. For fixer clients only.

Offered at $1,450,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 6464 Estates Drive, Oakland

Elegant 1930's Estate, 4 Beds, 4 1/2 Baths

This architecturally elegant 1930’s estate was extensively renovated in 2016. The open concept design is ideal for modern living, featuring exceptional finishes and a very livable floorplan. The chef’s kitchen with an oversized L-shaped island opens to the family room with a fireplace and French doors that open to the recently expanded deck, ideal for gracious outdoor entertaining. The living room features a wood-burning fireplace, and opens to the office/library, surrounded by windows and a fireplace. A half bathroom completes this level. There are 4 en-suite bedrooms and laundry room on the upper level. The lower level basement provides ample storage. Located on the wonderful Piedmont side of Montclair, the property sits on almost a half-acre parcel with a charming log cabin playhouse, a detached 2-car garage with electric vehicle charger and a long driveway that accommodates multiple cars. An ideal location near Montclair Village shopping and restaurants and easy access to the San Francisco express bus. A private magical setting and a rare find for the most discerning client.

• Piedmont side of Montclair
• Gated level entry
• Expansive kitchen with walk-in pantry
• Laundry room on the bedroom level
• Office/library with wood-burning fireplace
• Living room with wood-burning fireplace
• Family room with gas fireplace
• Expansive terrace and outdoor patio
• Reimagined with a modern aesthetic in 2016 by Philip O. Perkins, Architect
• Nest dual zone heating system
• Air conditioning for upper floor
• 2 car detached garage with electric vehicle charger
• Finished basement with storage
• Log cabin play house
• Easy access to the San Franciso Express Bus

Offered at $2,795,000
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co-listed with Robin Dustan, McGuire Real Estate

SOLD: 2690 Shasta Road, Berkeley

A Treehouse For Grown-Ups!

Set high above Shasta Road, this 1979 home has been tastefully and artistically updated with high end finishes to create a special world of privacy and serenity….a world filled with sky, trees, views and nature. A long flight of stairs leads to a special home…….so connected to the outdoors but also very architecturally distinctive on the inside. Beautiful materials, walls of glass, and intimate spaces create a rare home for someone with athletic ability…….a mountain climber? Ultra marathoner? Gym member?

• Main Level: Open floor plan with beamed ceiling, Living and Dining areas opening to a deck facing the Bay. Slightly elevated performance space or reading alcove. One Half bath, laundry and store room.
• Top Level: Dramatic master suite with stupendous Bay Views. Gorgeous master bath with soaking tub and shower stall. Lots of Closets. Separate office/sitting room. Access to large deck with Views.
• Lower Level: Two bedrooms, one with soundproof music room (once owned by Bay Area rock star). Remodeled bath with stall shower.

There is a garage with room for 1+ cars, depending on size, an exterior elevator from the garage roof to the front entrance, gated stairway and storage areas on the lower two floors. Located in close proximity to UC Berkeley and Gourmet Ghetto.

Offered at $1,350,000
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SOLD: 2008 Virginia Street, Berkeley

Urban Chic Living in the Heart of the Gourmet Ghetto

Originally built in 1936, this one-of-a-kind home was completely remodeled in 2017-2018! This property has it all: an ideal Gourmet Ghetto location, wonderful amenities, the best of indoor/outdoor living, and the ultimate privacy. Luxurious expansive eat-in kitchen with high end appliances opens to outdoor patio/garden ideal for entertaining. Many, many upgrades!

Features include:

• Elegant front entry hall
• Glorious eat-in kitchen, remodeled throughout, that opens to garden and patio
• Living room with gas replace and built-ins
• Main floor bedroom suite + bath
• 3 bedrooms upstairs and 1 bath upstairs, all remodeled
• Gated property
• Tandem parking for two cars

Offered at $1,650,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 151 The Uplands

The Ultimate Move-In Home!

Behind the front gate lies a wonderful garden, fenced and private from the world beyond. Enter the front door into a beautifully and thoughtfully remodeled Claremont traditional, a perfect blend of classic and modern design. The public spaces are light and comfortable: the remodeled kitchen opens to the dining room while bookcases in the living room create a cozy environment. Here is casual living at its finest! Upstairs is a luxurious master suite, two additional bedrooms, a bath, laundry and a small study. The lower level, expertly designed, includes a family room/kitchenette/bar that opens to a level and private rear garden, perfect for dining and play. Another bath + office/guest suite offers flexibility and perfect separation of spaces. There is a one car garage plus two parking pads with an electric car charging station. Centrally located near pool and tennis clubs, hiking trails, Star Market, coffee shops, and the fabulous Rockridge/Claremont/Elmwood shops and restaurants as well as BART, SF Transbay Express bus and casual carpool on Claremont Ave. The best of everything!

• Main Level: Living room with fireplace and bookcases, Updated eat-in kitchen, Dining room with wall of built-ins, Full Bath, Access to rear garden
• Upper level: Sumptuous Master Suite , Two Additional bedrooms, Hall Bath, Laundry closet, Small Office
• Lower Level: Family/media room opening to garden, Kitchenette/Bar, Office/guest or au pair quarters, Full Bath

Offered at $2,150,000
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SOLD: 280 Panoramic Way

Your Own Private Paradise!

280 Panoramic is beautifully sited on 3 parcels that wrap around the home, provding a park-like setting with privacy and serenity. There are spacious natural lawn areas, gardens, room to play, to dream and get away from it all, a tennis court and stupendous Bay views! This was one of the first homes built in this romantic neighborhood, beginning life much smaller, with thoughtful additions over the years culminating in the extraordinary home we see today. The house itself is a treasure----comfortable and elegant and designed with practicality in mind. Everything is where it should be……from the classic paneled library with fireplace, to the sun room overlooking the grounds, to the family room with river rock fireplace adjacent to the kitchen that opens to the dining deck. On the 2nd floor is the master bedroom…..an oversized room with magnificent view, a large walk -in closet, and a beautifully designed bath that opens to a sunny deck. Two other bedrooms, 1 bath and versatile office complete this level. The attic level is a totally cool space with vaulted ceiling, gorgeous windows to the outdoors and view with room for a myriad of activities. While secluded and private, this home offers easy access to hiking trails, a few minutes down the hill to BART and the Transbay Express bus, freeway access, pool and tennis clubs and fine restaurants. Two car garage. Truly one-of-a-kind!

• Main Level: Paneled Library with fireplace - Living room with fireplace, opening to view - Paneled dining room Breakfast/sunroom opening to porch - Chef’s kitchen with Wolf range & Sub Zero - Family room with fireplace, opens to deck
• Second Floor: Luxurious master suite with major views - Two additional bedrooms - Built-in office opens to upper deck - Hall bath
• Third Floor: Magnificent vaulted ceiling family room with gorgeous outlooks and huge Bay views!

☛ Open Thurs April 11 1-3 and Sunday April 14 2-4 for agents and registered buyers.

Offered at $2,950,000
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SOLD: 51 Bret Harte Road, Berkeley

Berkeley Hills Retreat

51 Bret Harte Road radiates style and charm in a gorgeous garden setting! Set behind a fence and surrounding gardens, the 1930’s Cape Cod style is distinctive and inviting. Enter through the gate and front door into a world with beautiful outlooks and wonderful light. The updated kitchen is a joy, with every amenity a cook could want. In addition to three bedrooms and one and one-half baths, there is an open storage/meditation space as well as a larger bonus room with a myriad of uses. A full basement offers ample storage. The garden is a treasure... planting boxes, flowering trees, an outdoor dining area, play areas and lots of room to roam. One-car garage. Just a short distance to the Euclid Avenue bus line which takes you to UCB, downtown Berkeley and BART. Minutes to the Gourmet Ghetto, Solano Ave, Tilden Park and the Transbay bus to SF.

• Main Level: living and dining rooms, updated kitchen, two bedrooms, one and one-half baths.
• Upstairs: third bedroom, bonus space for storage/meditation/play, bonus room.

SHOWING SCHEDULE: Saturday and Sunday, March 2 & 3, 2-4pm. Saturday and Sunday, March 9 & 10, 2-4pm.
OFFERS: Wednesday, March 13.

Offered at $950,000
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SOLD: 1705 California Street, Berkeley

Cool Updated Loft-Like Home

This 1924 bungalow was expanded and remodeled by the last owners into the cool and modern design you see today. The floorplan is open and airy with lots of light and level-out access to a garden. Spaces have a flexibility highly desirable to today’s buyers... bedrooms or offices... you get to choose! The first floor has the original living room with fireplace just off a covered entry porch. An open dining area flows into the kitchen, breakfast area and family room space, with windows and French doors to the outdoors. What was once two bedrooms became a bedroom and a great laundry. An office/plus space off the dining area works as a guest space or office, depending on need. The upstairs addition includes an open loft-like room with soaring ceilings, a bath and an office. This entire space works great as a master suite, with outlooks of trees and sky. A rustic two car garage offers possibilities for workshop or perhaps an Auxiliary Dwelling Unit or larger garden. The neighborhood is quiet, has bike lanes, and is just two blocks to North Berkeley BART, and near Northbrae/Monterey Market and freeways. A commuter’s dream!

Offered at $1,395,000
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SOLD: 65 Oak Ridge Road, Berkeley

A Truly Extraordinary Home

Once in a great while, a truly extraordinary home comes on the market. 65 Oak Ridge Road is such a home. Originally built in 1947 as a smaller mid-century home, it was re-imagined by the current owners into the romantic, magical and spectacular home you see today! Set above Oak Ridge, a very European feeling cul-de-sac, the home is nested behind an abundance of vibrant plantings, affording privacy and seclusion. Floor to ceiling windows and views of San Francisco and The Bay create a dazzling constantly changing vista while the enchanting tropical garden is accessible from most rooms on the main level. White walls and Saltillo tile floors suggest homes of the Southwest or perhaps Bali. The public spaces are large, open and light filled, at once both sophisticated and extremely comfortable and serene. The kitchen is large with an island as well as a cozy banquette and fireplace that opens to the stupendous family room. This level has a beautiful master suite, another fabulous bedroom with hall bath, and an office or 3rd bedroom with elevator access. The lower level offers tremendous flexibility as two bedrooms and a bath or perhaps as extended family quarters. The location is superb…….near coffee, hiking trails, pool and tennis clubs, stairs connecting to the streets below, TransBay bus, Bart and easy access to freeways, yet private and peaceful. Two car garage. 65 Oak Ridge Road is truly a world unto its own!

Offered at $3,300,000
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co-listed with Paul Templeton

SOLD: 190 Stonewall Road, Berkeley

Sweeping Vistas And Bay Views
on Claremont's Stonewall Road

We are pleased to present this generous and secluded hillside home. Built c.1924, it offers finely detailed woodwork, well-proportioned rooms and is convenient to pools and tennis, shopping, hiking trails and easy access to San Francisco. Nestled in one of Claremont’s best neighborhoods, this fine home has privacy, well-proportioned spaces and updated kitchen and baths. There are spectacular views through the well tended trees as well as breathtaking views from most rooms. The setting is park-like. Master suite plus two bedrooms with additional bath above, spacious living room, dining, study, half- bath and brilliant remodeled view kitchen at entry level. The family room below is large and bright. There is an au-pair suite, decks and access to the lower garden. Double garage at street level. The condition is excellent, the rooms are comfortable, elegant and inviting. This is a rare property.

Offered at $3,250,000 - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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co-listed with Paul Templeton

SOLD: 1728 Sonoma Avenue, Berkeley

Arts And Crafts Beauty!

1728 Sonoma is located in the heart of the Northbrae District... home to the fabulous Monterey Market and cool shops on Hopkins Ave, an easy bike ride to BART and a short distance to the vibrant Solano Avenue! Built in 1916 as a 2 bedroom, 1 level home, it has been artfully expanded to include four bedrooms, two and one-half baths, fabulous kitchen, family room, and sunroom/office, all beautifully integrated with the intact Craftsman features of the original home. A bedroom with en-suite bath on the first floor offers versatility as guest bedroom, playroom or office. The garden is magical, with a trellised dining area, stone patio and play areas surrounded by an abundance of owering trees and plants. There is ample storage, a garage repurposed as an office, lovely outlooks, including SF/Bay views from the master bedroom. All this plus a quiet, tree-lined, friendly street. What more could one want??

Offered at $1,695,000
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SOLD: 27 Parnassus Road, Berkeley

Mid-Century Home Nestled in the Berkeley Hills

The dramatic living/dining room is highlighted by a wall of glass overlooking the verdant canyon and opens to a sunny, private and spacious patio. A peaceful master bedroom with lovely outlooks is on the main level with two additional bedrooms and a bath on the lower level. An updated kitchen overlooks the patio. There are two outdoor storage structures and a spacious bonus room for multiple uses. With easy access to U.C. Berkeley to the West and all of Tilden to the East, 27 Parnassus Road is a serene and special place to call home.

Offered at $995,000
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SOLD: 86 El Camino Real, Berkeley

Prairie-style Home

86 El Camino Real (circa 1920) is a Prairie-style home, designed with a quiet elegance and enhanced by numerous modern touches, including the stylish kitchen, upper hallway exposed beams and skylights, and a spacious lower level. Enjoy your morning coffee in the peaceful front garden, watch the sun setting over Mount Tam and the Bay from the deck, or relax in a hammock beneath towering redwood trees in the beautiful woodsy rear garden. This house provides comfort and serenity in a gracious and supremely practical living space.

The floorplan is marvelous, with high ceilings, spacious rooms, lots of windows, large deck areas o the main and lower levels, many bonus rooms, and extensive closet and storage space. From top to bottom, it is evident that much love and care has been lavished on both the design and the maintenance of this property. With close proximity to the Claremont Pool and Tennis, Peet’s Co ee, hiking trails, Rockridge BART and Highway 24 to San Francisco, 86 El Camino Real is a true gem. Plus: EV charging station in garage and water filtration system.

MAIN LEVEL: Entry hall with half bath, generously proportioned living room with wood-burning fireplace, dining room opening to the view, updated eat-in kitchen with French doors opening onto large deck and view

UPPER LEVEL: Master suite facing the view, lots of closets, sitting area/office, updated bath, larger corner bedroom, two additional bedrooms with separate entrances or adjoining as one suite, classic hall bath

LOWER LEVEL: Private office with built-ins and access to the deck, gorgeous family room with built-in entertainment center and deck access, guest bedroom with desk and French doors to dec, beautiful newer bath and extra bedroom/playroom/exercise room

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed

Offered at $2,350,000
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SOLD: 3051 Benvenue Avenue, Berkeley

Elmwood Classic!

3051 Benvenue Avenue is a stately Brown Shingle in need of a new vision and renovation! Rooms are generously sized with many craftsman details intact and an abundance of windows. With a southwestern exposure, most rooms receive wonderful light throughout the day. The backyard includes a deck off the kitchen and small garden area. This vibrant neighborhood in the Elmwood-Rockridge corridor is ideal, with easy access to BART, bus lines, and even a casual carpool making a San Francisco commute a breeze! Many ne restaurants and shopping are close. Bring your vision, your architect and your contractor!

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed

Offered at $1,295,000
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SOLD: 3866 Balfour Avenue, Oakland

Stately and elegant modern living!

Stately and elegant with the perfect floorplan for modern living! Sited on the crest of Balfour, this home incorporates beautiful architectural detailing, with livability and an updated interior. The living room is gorgeous with high ceilings, lovely windows and built-ins. A spacious dining room has a wall of built-ins and leads to a sunny, bright kitchen-family area. French doors open onto a south-facing deck and Lawrence Fleury designed garden, perfect for dining and play. The garden spaces are enchanting! Upstairs are four generously sized bedrooms, two with access to a sunny rear deck and two and one-half baths. The master suite is a true retreat! There is a spacious one-car garage with room for workshop, a bonus room, and a fabulous storage area. All this within the Crocker School District and close proximity to the many amenities of Lakeshore Avenue. 3866 Balfour is a treasure

• Four bedrooms
• Three+++ baths
• Sunny kitchen/family area opening to deck
• One-car garage with interior access
• Laundry room on main level
• Sunny, south-facing garden with deck
• Newer systems

Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed

Offered at $1,850,000
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SOLD: 2736 Webster Street Berkeley

Elmwood Craftsman Home and more ....

2736 Webster has that ideal location ... near the shops of College Avenue, close to the Claremont Club and Spa, hiking trails, BART and bus lines, and ne eateries. The home is in lovely condition with Craftsman details, updated kitchen and baths, a sunny newly landscaped garden, and four garage bays which offer endless possibilities ..... think artist studio, workshop or office. A jewel!

• Stylish living room
• Dining room with fireplace
• Family room opening to deck
• Cool updated kitchen
• Three bedrooms, three baths
• Sun room
• Plenty o foff-street parking

Offered at $1,595,000
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SOLD: 1408 Hawthorne Terrace, Berkeley

Rare Offering: A Maybeck Italian Palazzo Known as the Estelle Clark House

A rare combination of spectacular architecture, prized location, and gorgeous landscaped grounds! Enjoy the timeless beauty of this iconic Maybeck (c.1921) sited on three parcels. Features include panoramic Bay views, multiple arched French doors that open to an expansive private courtyard and loggia, grand living room with signature replace and ornately stenciled designs, elegant library, spacious formal dining room with Bernini style columns and a remodeled kitchen with Butler’s pantry. Five ++ bedrooms includes a sunroom and lower level rooms. Double garage. Enchanting gardens. Perfect location close to shops, restaurants and public transportation of the Gourmet Ghetto neighborhood.

Offered at $3,250,000
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co-listed with Susie Schevill

SOLD: 2211 Oregon Street, Berkeley

1906 Classic Beauty

Located in the sought-after Le Conte neighborhood, this 1906 Classic home is a jewel. The main house has lovely moldings and details, a remodeled eat-in kitchen, great light, newer foundation and many other updated systems. Upstairs are three bedrooms, two baths, including a master suite and laundry. The garden, by local design company Green Gallery, is modern in design and inviting, with a lawn area, large deck for dining, raised planting beds and eight hours of sunshine for growing your own produce! A spacious guest house with updated kitchen and baths is the perfect spot for house guests, sleepovers, media center or home office. Near schools, Whole Foods, Berkeley Bowl and Bart, 2211 Oregon is true Berkeley architecture yet hip and chic, 2017 style!

Offered at $1,395,000
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SOLD: 904 Wawona Avenue, Crocker Highlands

A Private Retreat

904 Wawona... an enchanting and magical John Hudson Thomas English/Arts and Crafts home in a most spectacular setting. Designed with Thomas’ trademark beautiful architectural detailing, abundant windows and distinctive stairwell, the home has a charm and ease that is both elegant and comfortable. The garden is the stunning surprise... romantic and English in style, designed by well-known Bay Area landscape architect, Robert Trachtenberg. Greenery surrounds the home... more formal in the entrance garden and side courtyard, a meadow garden that cascades down the ravine in the rear. Everywhere is beauty... glorious roses and vines covering the stucco walls, an orange tree perfectly sited near the front door, a magni cent Oak tree that dominates the rear garden. The home itself is a joy... generously sized rooms opening to the gardens, a dramatic vaulted ceiling family room, comfortable kitchen and breakfast room overlooking the gardens. Upstairs... a beautiful master bedroom with fireplace and dressing room, two other bedrooms, two baths and a charming loft overlooking the family room. A two-car garage built in the 1980’s is accessed via a private drive. Located in a secluded neighborhood near Upper Mandana, the site offers privacy, serenity and a respite from urban life, yet is near Lakeshore shopping and public transportation. Two parcels in Oakland and Piedmont. Peek-of-the-Bay view!

Offered at $1,985,000
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SOLD: 211 The Uplands, Berkeley

Gorgeous Claremont Home

Built in 1914, this stately and beautiful Claremont Traditional has room for everyone! The formal rooms are romantic, elegant and generously proportioned with abundant windows and built-ins. A cozy sunroom off the living room makes a great office or play area. The eat-in kitchen has been updated and opens to a dining deck with custom fire pit. The outlook into trees and gardens is lovely. There are three spacious bedrooms and two baths on the top floor. The lower level has been extensively remodeled to include a large family room opening to the garden and a private and serene guest suite with its own deck and garden access. A very upscale workshop, laundry and storage area complete this level. A pretty path with natural rock walls meanders through the landscaped garden to a large entertainment deck (off the family room) and play area. Features include a two-car garage, owned solar system, hydronic/radiant heating for lower level oors, Nest thermostat, and foundation/seismic upgrades. The location is convenient to the Claremont Club and Spa, Berkeley Tennis Club, local restaurants, hiking trails, BART and San Francisco.

Offered at $2,500,000
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SOLD: 49 Canyon Road, Berkeley

Romantic and Charming

Built in 1909, 49 Canyon Road is a romantic and charming home in Strawberry Canyon. A meandering brick path takes you through natural gardens nestled under oak trees, lending a tree-house quality. Soaring ceilings with skylights and many windows provide a view of the sky and trees. Expanded in the 80’s by an owner/architect, there is a bookcase lined living room, dining room or office with loft and deck, master bedroom with its own deck, 2nd bedroom or study and 1 1⁄2 remodeled baths. The eat-in kitchen is spectacular with a 2 story window outlook to the hillside. Decks surround the cottage, providing for wonderful indoor-outdoor living and a sense of being one with nature. Lovely condition, parking space, walk to campus!!

Offered at $765,000
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SOLD: 59 Plaza Drive, Berkeley

F.D. Voorhees, Architect, 1909

Every now and then a house comes on the market that has it all. 59 Plaza Drive is located in the heart of Claremont on a beautiful tree-lined street. Gracious, spacious and beautifully remodeled and reconfigured, while retaining the traditional architectural detailing for which Claremont homes are known. Generously sized rooms allow for entertaining as well as today’s casual lifestyle. An abundance of windows, sensitive updating and a feeling of both elegance and comfort make this a very special home indeed. The living room is scaled to accommodate a dining table or grand piano while the inviting family/media room occupies the former dining room. The adjoining and spectacular eat-in kitchen is truly the heart of this home, designed for cooking with family and friends, and with access to a private dining deck. This level also includes a home office with built-ins, pantry, one half-bath and cozy reading room on the landing to the lower level. Upstairs you'll find a two-room master suite with remodeled bath and abundant closets, two large bedrooms, a beautiful hall bath and 4th bedroom/multi-purpose room with laundry. Downstairs is a large rumpus/pool room/kid’s hang out, another laundry area and numerous storage rooms. There is also an attic for storage or future development. An extra large lot offers ample room for gardening, dining, kids playing and dogs romping. The location is perfect... near tennis clubs, bus and Bart with easy access to San Francisco and near many fine Elmwood/Rockridge restaurants. Private and quiet. Truly a home to treasure for years to come!

Offered at $2,850,000
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SOLD: 2695 Le Conte Avenue, Berkeley

The Hatfield House

The Hatfield House, a 1908 iconic Julia Morgan meticulously remodeled by Jarvis Architects 1999-2000 and located in an area of historic Berkeley homes. It was sold in a private off-market sale.

Offered at $2,830,000
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SOLD: 20 El Camino Real

Hidden Treasure/Claremont
Dimitri Nicholas Vedensky, circa 1967

We Are Pleased To Present.........A large architect designed level-in Contemporary, 1967. Close to it all yet secluded: an amalgam of glass, wood, skylights, privacy and four garages! Still in the original family, this home is sited on a down-sloping lot that extends from El Camino Real to Domingo Avenue. Barely visible from the street and hidden behind a gate and fence, the house seems much smaller than what one encounters when the front door opens. The main level is modern in feel, sun filled and wood lined......an entry hallway/gallery leads you past a spacious kitchen/family room on one side and hidden master suite with den on the other to an open dining room and vaulted, dramatic living room and decks beyond. So unexpected in the Claremont! The middle level contains four bedrooms, two baths, two enormous bonus rooms and a spa bath +dark room. All this opens to a sunny patio for lounging. The lower level is one large paneled rumpus room, with endless possibilities as teen hangout, pool/tennis room or home office. A half bath and separate entrance leading down to Domingo complete this level. The location is superb, so convenient to the Domino shops, Claremont Spa, Berkeley Tennis Clubs, BART, and San Francisco. In the same family since 1967, 20 El Camino offers a rare opportunity to enjoy Claremont living in a modern, sophisticated home you can make your own. Two garages on El Camino with interior access; partially enclosed carport for two cars on Domingo.

Offered at $1,795,000
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co-listed with Paul Templeton

SOLD: 76 Eucalyptus Road, Berkeley

Light filled spaces, dazzling Bay views, lovely French-influenced architecture and a versatile floorplan... 76 Eucalyptus has that and more. Located on a private drive off Eucalyptus Road, this stately home has 3 generously sized bedrooms and 2 baths upstairs, sun-drenched living and dining rooms, and a lower level with 1 bedroom, 1/2 bath and a large family room opening to the back garden/patio/dining and play areas. The front garden is lush and lovely! Easy access to BART and San Francisco makes this location ideal. Close to the shops and fine restaurants of Rockridge and Claremont! This home has a Berkeley mailing address and Oakland services, schools and taxes.

Offered at $1,695,000
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SOLD: 2929 Piedmont Avenue, Berkeley

The Honeymoon House

Architect Leola Hall designed many homes in the Elmwood District of Berkeley, but this home was for her husband and herself. It has been known as the Honeymoon House ever since. The modest stucco exterior with the large front porch belies the spectacular wood paneled two story living room inside. Windows at different levels let in an abundance of light. Vintage light xtures, cabinets, and Craftsman details in both the living and dining rooms combine to create both dramatic yet intimate spaces. The story goes that Leola Hall’s husband was a musician and thus the acoustics in the living room are very ne. A compact kitchen with a counter for stools as well as two bedrooms and a bath complete the main level. The staircase is most unusual and striking, it wraps around one end of the living room and serves both as a special site to observe the living room below as well as access to the master bedroom. Lined with windows and open to a deck area, this room features walls of windows and has a tree-house feel. An updated bath is partially open to the bedroom. Near Elmwood and Rockridge shops and restaurants, as well as BART, bus lines and San Francisco, 2929 Piedmont Avenue offers a convenient lifestyle with urban amenities.

Offered at $1,095,000
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SOLD: 1700 LaLoma Ave. Berkeley

Extraordinary. Magical. Romantic. Idyllic.

1700 La Loma is all that and more. Set in a park-like garden with magnificent trees, koi pond, and meandering stream channel, this is truly a world of its own. A perfectly framed view of the Campanile reminds one that yes, this is Berkeley.

The 1899 Swiss-chalet style house is a thing of beauty.....rustic and simple, beautifully renovated with sensitivity. The interior is clear heart redwood, some painted, the rest restored to a rich glow. Three bedrooms, three and one-half baths and screening/ family room. Everything you need and more.

The “cottages” are two - one bedroom/one bath flats built in the 1920’s. They are comfortable, sunny and ideal for family, guests or extra workspace with two garages, laundry and separate entrance.

A lovely writer’s studio overlooks the stream...the perfect spot for thinking, writing or dreaming. Such a property is rare indeed. Screened from the world beyond, it is but a short stroll to UC Berkeley and the amenities of the Gourmet Ghetto.

Offered at $3,180,000
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SOLD: 12 Hillcrest Court, Berkeley

John Hudson Thomas Arts & Crafts

John Hudson Thomas, a prominent member of the First Bay Tradition architectural school of thought, designed 12 Hillcrest Court, which exemplifies the style and detailing of the Arts and Crafts movement. This very architectural, artistic and eclectic residence has been in the same extended family since 1912 and home to a myriad of artists, writers, photographers, romantics and bohemians.

Unassuming and set back from the street, #12 is distinguished by both English and Craftsman details. Interior spaces have oversized windows, generously proportioned public rooms, the trademark Hudson fireplace alcove, a distinctive and gracious staircase, and a feeling of connection to nature. A beautiful conservatory, curved and glassed, opens from the dining room. There is wonderful light throughout the day and a sense of lightness inside this home. Almost every room has lovely views of San Francisco, the Bay Bridge, the Mt Tamalpais ridgeline or the south Bay.

The main level is primarily one glorious open space with abundant windows plus a woodworker’s kitchen and artists room/bedroom. Upstairs are four bedrooms and two baths, including the master suite with a covered porch with arched opening. A family room with fireplace and reading room add versatility and lovely escapes. The lower level contains a very spacious family/media/rec room with bath as well as additional finished bonus space. The lowest level, formerly the garage, offers endless possibilities.

Conveniently located on a cul-de-sac near Claremont/Elmwood/ Rockridge shops and dining, BART, bus lines and easy access to San Francisco. 12 Hillcrest Court awaits a new era, a new owner and a new vision.

Offered at $1,675,000
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SOLD: 2811 Claremont Blvd., Berkeley

Reminiscent Of An English Country Home

In 1921 well-known Bay Area architect Walter Ratcliff undertook an extensive remodel and expansion of what had once been a small cottage owned by the Palache family, among the earliest residents of the Claremont neighborhood. Generous in scale, yet filled with intimate and charming spaces, this stately home as reimagined by Ratcliff is one of the most architecturally distinctive residences in Claremont Court.

Set back from the street in a large garden, 2811 Claremont Boulevard is reminiscent of an English country home and features beautiful and ample windows, spacious rooms, wood detailing, an oversized eat-in kitchen/family room and cozy paneled library opening to a dining terrace, landscaped garden and patio, with children’s play area. The living and dining rooms are glorious, inviting for a crowd or an evening at home. This level also has a sunroom, laundry, full bath, and large basement storage area.

Upstairs are five bedrooms, including a romantic master suite with two closets and remodeled bath, two bedrooms with en-suite baths, and two additional bedrooms sharing a hall bath. A smaller room makes a perfect office, with rear staircase to the kitchen area. The south facing balcony provides a sunny spot for morning coffee or afternoon nap. There is access to a very large attic used for storage.

The grounds include a two-car garage, garden room, separate parking area and ample outdoor space for flowers, a vegetable garden, and lawns for bocce ball or croquet. This lovely home has seen significant renovations and upgrades over the years bringing it from its simple origins into the 21st century, with its grace and loveliness intact.

Super convenient location with easy access to UC Berkeley, pool and tennis clubs, hiking trails, restaurants and shops of the Claremont/ Elmwood/Rockridge corridor. Near BART and a short commute to San Francisco. 2811 Claremont Blvd. is a home to be loved and treasured.

Offered at $2,950,000
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SOLD: 2910 Garber Street, Berkeley

Henry Gutterson, Architect 1924

One of architect Henry Gutterson’s most distinguished and iconic homes. 2910 Garber is sited majestically above the street, surrounded by trees, blooming shrubs and a chorus of birds, with views to the hills and the Campanile at UC Berkeley. Originally designed for musical performances, the living room is gloriously voluminous yet intimate, the architectural detailing masterful, the windows beautiful and the indoor/outdoor flow extraordinary. The lovely dining room opens to the main terrace as well as rear garden and is filled with light. A curved staircase leads to the master suite, which occupies the top level with private deck. Another bedroom, currently lined with bookcases and built-in desk on the main level is adjacent to a full bath. The lower level contains a bedroom/office, formerly an au pair suite with bath and separate entrance. A finished attic space suitable for yoga or meditation is a charming and surprising bonus. Bookcases are everywhere, an excellent home for the bibliophile or collector. Terraces and verandas provide delightful opportunities for dining, star gazing, and relaxing. 2910 is one of four Gutterson homes clustered together on the upside of Garber Street, each with his trademark stucco and wood exteriors. The access via a public pathway (per BAHA, the steps and path were designed by Walter Ratcliff) has a European feel to it, yet one is but a short stroll to The Claremont Pool and Tennis, public transportation and the many amenities of the College Avenue corridor. One-car garage. A treasure!

Offered at $1,740,000
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SOLD: 70 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley

Reminiscent Of An Italian Hillside Villa

This stately 1935 home is reached via a series of steps and terraces. Once arrived, there is a luminous view of San Francisco Bay, framed by beautiful, mature cedars. Prominently sited where Hillcrest and Eucalyptus Roads meet, the home offers privacy, serenity and wonderful light in each room. Public rooms are grand in scale with room for entertaining or quiet moments. The splendid living room opens to a solarium with tile floor offering a bit of coolness on a hot summer day. The dining room can easily seat twenty. An updated kitchen includes pantry, full bath, with a breakfast area that opens to a private, sunny patio and garden. Upstairs are three bedrooms: the spacious master includes an updated bath, private balcony and a dressing room/office/nursery. The two additional bedrooms have great light and share an updated hall bath. A family/rumpus/exercise room with one-half bath is on the lower level, as well as a laundry room. Conveniently located to BART, Express bus to San Francisco, pool and tennis clubs and the many shops and estaurants of the Claremont/Elmwood/Rockridge corridor.

Offered at $1,525,000
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About Faye

Originally from a cattle ranch in North Dakota, Faye Keogh pursued a Masters Degree in Sociology with an emphasis in environmental studies.  She spent 6 years as a research sociologist consulting on energy projects including working for the Department of Energy in Puerto Rico. Faye spent 3 years in Wells Fargo’s International Banking Group, focusing on product development and marketing as well as coordinating special projects for the Chairman of the Board. Her interest in working with individuals prevailed and she began residential real estate in the East Bay in 1988. Faye’s keen instincts, common sense and excellent communication skills have helped her successfully represent both buyers and sellers.

Faye is very aware that honesty, integrity and open communication are critical to developing the trust essential to a successful working relationship. She consistently provides the highest quality of service to her clients.  Her knowledge of real estate as well as the various East Bay communities, schools, neighborhoods, and services is invaluable to her clients.  Faye prides herself on always providing educated market insights and answers to all of her clients’ real estate questions.  As a result Faye enjoys a healthy referral business and is also well respected among clients and Realtor® peers. She has successfully negotiated home purchases and sales for first time buyers and multi million dollar properties

Faye is always focused on her clients’ interest, providing information to make informed decisions. She works with a wide range of top quality inspectors, contractors, stagers and gardeners to ensure that each transaction has the benefit of whatever is needed.

Call Faye today at 510.652.2133 ext. 426!

PREVIOUS SOLDS

SOLD: 2815 Oak Knoll Terrace, Berkeley

Romantic, Serene & Elegant

In the heart of Claremont Court, near Monkey Island Park, an extraordinarily beautiful French Country home... romantic, serene and so very elegant. The façade of unpainted stucco is reminiscent of European homes and suggests it is far older than its 90 years. Double exterior doors in an entry vestibule open to a wonderful world of voluminous spaces, oversized French doors and windows, a perfect floor plan and those special rooms that make a home truly exceptional. A spectacular entrance hall and beautifully proportioned living and dining rooms anchor the first floor, which also includes a very comfortable library and large eat in kitchen. At the top of a dramatic curved staircase is a large landing, almost another room, that leads to a two room master suite/sitting room, two additional bedrooms with bath, and upstairs sitting/family room. In addition, there are two rooms and a bath that were once maid’s quarters; these rooms have access to a rear stairwell and work well as small bedroom and office or perhaps as one larger bedroom. Closets are ample, light is plentiful. A very spacious lower level contains interior access to the garage, a room once the domain of the chauffeur and endless storage. The south facing garden is screened from the street by mature plantings and offers private and sunny dining or play space. A deck accessible from the kitchen provides additional dining options. The location is superb and perfectly located near UC Berkeley, pool and tennis, BART and San Francisco.

Offered at $2,650,000
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SOLD 24 Bridge Road, Berkeley View, Seclusion, Convenience Secluded behind a brick wall, 24 Bridge Road is the work of three Europeans....an architect and two builders who came together to design and build this 1914 Claremont “one-of-a-kind” home. Despite its European origins, this house has an “only in Berkeley” feel to it. The proportions of rooms, ceiling detail, fireplace, glass doors and the impressive family room below are unique and most pleasing. Four choices from the entry hall: the office with built-ins, large view living room, the kitchen’s dining area, or a lovely staircase to the 3 bedrooms and 2 baths above. A warm, wood paneled dining room has an attached sunporch looking to the view and the garden. At the lower level the spacious family room has a vaulted ceiling, fireplace, room for many activities, and access to a deck. In addition, there is a vast storage and workshop area plus an unexpected, hidden away room (think au pair quarters) with door to the outside. A kitchen that awaits your personal transformation, gorgeous master bath designed by Jarvis Architects, a view to Mount Tam and the Bay, carport with direct access into the office area, owned solar system and conveniently located near coffee, tennis, BART and easy access to San Francisco Offered at $1,430,000 see photos SOLD 4 Alvarado Place, Berkeley Modern Architecture in the Claremont Originally built in 1921, this now modern landmark was brilliantly re-imagined and remodeled by two architects for themselves. The result is a cool, sleek, very hip three level home with soaring spaces, dazzling panoramic Bay views, clean and crisp lines, an open floor plan and great separation of spaces. The Great Room features a dramatic two-story living room with a wall of glass to the view, dining area and a spacious, well-appointed kitchen. This level also includes an office/library, bath and bedroom. A luxurious master suite occupies the entire top floor, with a spacious sitting area, private deck, fabulous views and a bridge to the rear garden. Two additional bedrooms, a bath, family room/gallery and kitchenette are located on the lower level as well as a private enclosed deck and separate entrance. There is a terrace for dining or lounging and a separate area with raised planter beds to satisfy urban farmer fantasies. Perfectly located just behind the Claremont Hotel, it is a very short stroll via a public path to pool and tennis clubs, restaurants, coffee and hiking trails. This home is an easy commute to San Francisco, with bus lines and BART nearby, but it feels a world away. A rare opportunity! Berkeley mailing, Oakland legal. Offered at $2,050,000 see photos JUST LISTED 36 El Camino Real, Berkeley Location, Location, Location! If convenience is what you are seeking, 36 El Camino offers it and so much more, including close proximity to tennis and swim clubs, coffee, convenient freeway access, express bus and BART. Mediterranean in style, this home (c. 1927) is defined by the magnificent living room featuring high beamed ceiling, large windows on the western exposure and beautiful light. Grand yet intimate with room for pianos, art or other collections. An adjacent library/family room is cozy and features a kiva style fireplace. The formal dining room also has the high beamed ceilings and French doors to a sunny arbored deck overlooking the terraced garden, Claremont neighborhood and views of the Bay. A well-designed remodeled kitchen includes a separate breakfast nook and half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms; the remodeled master features a wall of windows to the view, abundant closets and a spacious bath. There are two additional bedrooms and hall bath. The lower level contains an au pair/student room with full bath, a wine cellar and additional space with a multitude of possibilities. Single garage. A special home in a most desirable location. Offered at $1,800,000 see photos | 36elcamino.com SOLD 17 El Camino Real, Berkeley Claremont View Home Most convenient Claremont Location, Location, Location! Tennis anyone? Coffee? Baguette? Breakfast? Gifts? This location has it all! Secluded high above El Camino Real at the Oakridge Path, we present a fresh, updated, bright house with good flow and Bay views. There are terraces at several levels for relaxing, lunching, entertaining. Master bedroom with deck and views and luxurious bath. Three additional bedrooms (one with sunroom) and bath, one half- bath on main level and a large family room. Separate detached structure with a multitude of possibilities. Foundation upgrades. Beautiful updating. Big basement for storage. Double garage. Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $1,475,000 see photos | 17ElCamino.com SOLD 7096 Kenilworth Road, Berkeley Secluded Redwood and Glass Contemporary A courtyard entry leads to the spectacular living room and its dramatic Bay views. Elevated gallery hallways flank the living room, connecting to two generous master suites along one side and the kitchen, dining, half bath and pool terrace on the other. The open floor plan and extraordinary indoor-outdoor access make this a marvelous home for entertaining! There are three fireplaces and a two car garage. This very cool hilltop home has a romantic Sea Ranch sensibility that will appeal to the artist, writer, nature lover and others seeking a peaceful retreat.Berkeley mailing address, Oakland legal. 2-car garage, Master suite with built-ins, private deck, major views and super sleek bath. Second bedroom suite with fireplace and elegant marble bath, Dining area with fireplace, impressive skylight, built-ins and glass doors to pool terrace. co-listed with Paul Templeton Offered at $1,350,000 see photos SOLD 130 Parkside Drive, Berkeley Charming Classic Berkeley Craftsman across from "Round Park". Nestled in a beautiful, sun-drenched garden in a fabulous location. Living and dining room feature box beam ceilings, wainscoting and fireplaces. The spacious kitchen has a breakfast banquet overlooking the garden. A family room adjoins and also opens onto a south facing old-fashioned porch. There are 3 Bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, and sleeping porch. A path wanders through the garden to a garage on The Uplands. Large basement. This home is enchanting! Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $1,650,000 see photos SOLD 2934 Avalon Avenue, Berkeley Magnificant craftsman filled with sunlight. Grand yet warm. Flowing floor plan. Large wonderful rooms. Two south facing terraces, views of bay bridges, city and hills. Unfinished attic, wine room, workshop, family/media room, weight room, extensive storage, level garden. Offered at $2,895,000 Represented the buyers see photos... SOLD French Country Home In The Heart Of Claremont 3025 Claremont Avenue, Berkeley Architectural details abound in this light-filled home, featuring many beautiful windows. Generously proportioned rooms given this a big house feel. 3+ bedrooms, 1+ bath, butler's pantry, dining and living rooms feature built-in cabinets of the period. Elegant, beautiful and charming. This is a very sweet home. Enclosing the front garden would create a private oasis. Available beginning Thurs. April 12, 2007 Offered at $875,000 see photos... SOLD 9 Bridge Road, Berkeley Spectacular, romantic country manor home, John Hudson Thomas, architect, circa 1925. Beautifully sited on a 20,000 sq. ft. parcel, this stately home features glorious spaces, incredible architectural detail and a wonderful sense of whimsy. There are 4 BD/3 1/2 BA, remodeled kitchen with top of the line appliances, simply gorgeous windows and 2 car garage. With its estate-like grounds and exquisite architecture, 9 Bridge Road is truly a special property. Offered at $2,800,000 see photos... JUST LISTED 6441 Regent Street, Oakland Quintessential one story brown shingle Craftsman with gorgeous period details. Spacious living room with fireplace, dining room with built-ints, cozy den, three bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled kitchen and bath. Opens to gorgeous garden with charming workshop/studio. Close to gourmet shops in the Rockridge neighborhood. Offered at $995,000 see photos SOLD 117 El Camino Real, Berkeley Striking 1935 Mediterranean in great central Claremont Location! Generous rooms, views and step-out balconies. The dramatic living room features hand-wroght ironwork, large windows and a fireplace. The dining room has lovely outlooks and natural wood ceiling with recessed square panels. The main level also includes a large eat-in kitchen and laundry room as well as bedroom and bath. The upper floor consists of a spacoius master suite with dressing room, bath and bay view, a second bedroom and bath plus paneled office or 4th bedroom. In addition, this home has a great big rumpus room with fireplace, wet bar and outside access. Two car garage has interior stairway. Close to shops and transportation. Offered at $1,195,000 see photos SOLD 26 The Uplands, Berkeley Wonderful, stately Berkeley Brown Shingle, built 1914 in central Claremont location. Large and inviting public rooms, 2 fireplaces, music room on first floor. 3 bedrooms and 2 baths plus sunroom on 2nd floor and 2 additional bedrooms on 3rd floor .Glorious solarium across front of 2nd floor bedrooms. Large front and rear yards provide ample opportunity for outdoor living and gardening. Two car garage. $1,395,000 Offered at $1,395,000 see photos SOLD 6108 Harwood Ave, Oakland Convenient To College Avenue A most romantic Craftsman bungalow! Located in the heart of Rockridge, this beautiful home features many of the Craftsman trademarks.....box beam ceilings, gorgeous wood built-ins, rich paneling as well as modern updating. The kitchen is gorgeous, with a Wolf range and silky honed Vermont slate counters. French doors open to a small but inviting and private garden. There is one bedroom and a remodeled bath on the main level; upstairs are two bedrooms and a ∏ bath. The closet opens into the attic, which is used as an extension of the closet as well as for storage. The garage has French doors into the garden and is currently used as an exercise studio. Convenient laundry, basement with wine storage. Off-street parking. You can leave the car in the drive. Close to everyone's needs: coffee, shopping, BART, library and gourmet dining. A real gem! Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $985,000 see photos SOLD 2 Gravatt Drive, Berkeley A Private Mid-Century Aerie in the Claremont Hills! A secluded and exotic garden leads to a breathtaking glass-walled retreat: style, updated systems and amenities, spectacular living and dining areas, chef's handsome steel kitchen. One bedroom, one and a half baths and a study on the main level. Major master suite above with a balcony overlooking the entry court. Private studio or office with bath at lower level. Big Bay views! Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $1,675,000 see photos SOLD 1418 Grant Street, Berkeley Walk through the gate and through the garden to a most charming cottage.......2 bedrooms, 2 baths, sunny living room overlooking the garden, a dining room with library wall, rustic kitchen with eating area opening to a sunny, rear deck. Urban peace and quiet in a most lovely and convenient setting. One of Berkeley's favorite neighborhoods! Co-listed with Paul Templeton Offered at $682,500 see photos SOLD 1120 Miller Avenue, Berkeley 1120 Miller Avenue is an exceptional modernist home beautifully sited on a rare double lot with big Bay views! This property has it all --- a redwood grove in the street-side garden as well as level lawn, fenced vegetable garden, and enchanting, exotic plantings on the view side of the house. Oriented toward the Golden Gate, rooms receive wonderful light throughout the day and have lovely outlooks. Sometime in the 1950s, the original home was skillfully expanded on both the north and south sides. Philippine mahogany paneling enhances the warm and comfortable feel of the living room and staircases. A Great Room includes both the updated kitchen and an informal dining area with access to a protected dining terrace. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two updated bathrooms, one opening onto a spacious deck with wonderful views. There is also a cozy library/tv room and laundry on this floor. On the lower level is a very spacious bookcase-lined study/family room with full bath and French doors to the level garden. This distinctive and charming home is currently owned by two professors who have filled it with with many, many bookcases. It is a true gardners and book lover’s delight! Offered at $1,300,000 see photos website SOLD 3123-3125 Eton Avenue, Berkeley A rare find! Two 1 bedroom/1bath units on a peaceful, tree-lined street. Built as a single family home and converted to a duplex in the 1040’s. Living and dining rooms are spacious, with elegant details and high ceilings. The location is most convenient, near local stores, restaurants, shopping and BART. Includes a sunny, private garden and garage. Offered at $1,075,000 see photos SOLD 5268 Golden Gate, Oakland 1994 Contemporary with 3 bedrooms/2 baths in desirable Upper Rockridge. Sited for maximum views and sunlight. Stylish, easy living. Eat-in kitchen, private rear garden, large laundry/plus room/storage. 2 car garage. Open Sunday Nov. 10 and 11/17. Offered at $850,000 see photos SOLD 366-368 Alcatraz Ave., Rockridge Wonderful, 1920 Classic duplex with period details, including high ceilings, large windows, fireplace, moldings. Each unit has 2 BD/1 updated BA, large country style kitchen, living and dining room. Enclosed garden. A rare property in a most convenient location! Offered at $895,000 see photos SOLD 51 ½ Oakvale Avenue, Berkeley A gorgeous top floor condominium in a two unit Brown Shingle building with lovely moldings and details. The unit is spaceious, light and airy throughout. Features include a study with French doors, sunroom, open porch, living room with fireplace, dining room with built-ins and two bedrooms, each with window seats. The eati-in kitchen has been tastefully remodeled. There is a shared storage building and pretty garden. The location is unsurpassed! Oakvale is one of Berkeley's finest streets, with easy access to shops, restaurants, transportation and the Claremont Hotel. Shown by Appointment Offered at $770,000 see photos SOLD 70 Vicente, Berkeley Located at the base of the Claremont hills, surrounded by nature yet close to the Claremont Hotel and local amenities, this 1993 post-fire contemporary is both dramatic and quietly elegant. There are views of the Bay Bridge, San Francisco, peeks of the Bay and Mt. Tam. The quality of light is extraordinary! The core of this home is a spectacular atrium, connecting the entrance foyer to the levels above. The second level includes a very comfortable master suite with private deck and garden, a second bedroom and bath and a most sumptuous oak library with fireplace. Upstairs is the main living space - open and flowing, with views in every direction. The spacious landing, almost a room in itself, serves as a connector to the well-appointed eat-in kitchen, dining room, versatile living room and the rear deck. This outdoor space provides room for al fresco dining, lounging, and embraces the hillside of oak trees and open space……a bit of wildness in your own back yard! The living and dining rooms and both bedrooms face the western view, capturing the ever changing sky and gorgeous sunsets. Designed for art and book collectors, this home has a sophistication and simplicity that is original and refreshing. Convenient to tennis clubs and fine dining with easy access to freeways, BART and San Francisco, this home is a jewel. Offered at $1,375,000 see photos

SOLD 41 Oakvale Avenue, Berkeley Rustic Claremont Hideaway In the heart of Claremont, on one of its most beautiful streets: 41 Oakvale Avenue was designed by H. L Dungan (for himself and his family) with John Hudson Thomas in 1915. Set back from the street in a park-like setting, this magical and secluded home straddles Harwood Creek, seemingly at one with nature. Here is the perfect home for artists, writers, romantics and bohemians! The spectacular two-story redwood living room is a thing of beauty... towering ceiling, beautiful windows into the gardens with French doors opening to a deck overlooking the creek. The dining room is spacious yet intimate. A country kitchen with booth, laundry/utility room, and that essential “extra” plus room with half bath complete this level. A gorgeous staircase and broad landing has large windows overlooking the creek. At this second level is a two-room suite with bath, an adjoining dressing room/office /guest room, another bedroom and hall bath. The third floor contains a dramatic artists/writer’s studio with adjoining room used as a bedroom with full bath. Perfectly located near shops, Star Market, the Claremont and Berkeley Tennis Clubs, with easy access to public transportation. Never before on the market, 41 Oakvale offers a rare opportunity to live in an extraordinary home and equally extraordinary setting. Offered at $2,500,000 see photos SOLD 3025 Claremont Avenue, Berkeley French Country in the Claremont The Pink House.... highlighted with beautiful and abundant windows, is a bit of France in Berkeley. Designed in 1915 by Harris Allen, the rooms are elegant, generously proportioned and filled with light. Architectural details abound. There is a small enclosed side patio as well as a front garden, surrounded by hedges. Conveniently located to Star Market, Claremont shopping and transportation, this sweet beauty awaits a new owner’s restoration. Main Level: living room with window seat, fireplace and built-ins, dining room with built-ins, country kitchen with butler’s pantry and utility rooms, 1/4 bath, den or guest bedroom. Upstairs: large, sunny master bedroom with dressing room, second bedroom with large closet, private study, full bath. Offered at $949,000 see photos SOLD 59 Vicente Road, Berkeley Modern sophistication and quiet elegance! Built in 2006, the unassuming street presence of this exceptional home belies the dramatic sleek interior within. Sited with a view to the tree covered banks of the creek, this property offers space for the fine art collector and entertainment centers for the gourmet crowd and movie buffs, all amidst serenity and oneness with nature. There is indoor/outdoor living on all levels of this home and coveted level-in access. This home is ideally located close to the Claremont Hotel, shops, and is within easy commuting to San Francisco. Offered at $2,250,000 see photos SOLD 30 Crystal Way, Berkeley Mid-Century Oasis Near Rose Garden Sophisticated, modern and fantastic! Tucked away at the end of a cul-de-sac near the Berkeley Rose Garden and Codornices Park, this 1950 one-level home has been brilliantly reworked by the current owners into a very special retreat. All of the renovations have been done with an eye toward the beauty and serenity afforded by this lovely site. A wall of glass connects the flat private front garden to the Great Room......a living room area dominated by the original brick fireplace, a dining area with skylights and a stupendous open kitchen with island that is the hub of this home. Top-of -the-line appliances were used throughout. One wing contains two bedrooms, a hall bath and laundry; the other the master bedroom and bath with access to a private side deck. The garden is a true oasis.......level spaces for play and entertaining, including an outdoor gas fireplace, a rear area suitable for gardening, all filled with interesting plants and textures. And where else do you find a teepee frame with growing plants to enchant the child in all of us? There is also a storage structure attached to the house and located behind the fence. It is rare to find a home that incorporates both sophisticated design and ease of living. This home is it! Offered at $975,000 Open Sat. 6/14 2-4 and Sun 6.15. 2-4:30 see photos | website SOLD 640 Santa Barbara Road, Berkeley Lower Berkeley Hills Conveniently located in the lower Berkeley Hills (Arlington Heights), this romantic English country home was designed by Edwin L. Snyder c. 1935. The wooden gate opens to a private front garden; the exterior incorporates both aged brick and wood siding, giving it a rustic feel, perfectly settled into its natural setting. The main level of this home features a large living room with beamed ceiling with views to the garden and access to the terrace, a spacious dining room, and remodeled kitchen w half bath. The central entrance hall opens to a protected terrace that steps down to a dining terrace at garden level. Upstairs are three bedrooms. The master suite is spacious and features a sundrenched sunroom overlooking the rear garden. Another bedroom has French doors and a balcony that face onto a gorgeous Japanese maple tree and shares a bath with the third bedroom, paneled in washed pine with a fireplace and built-ins; it is a cozy room and a perfect study. The lower level contains a full bath and a bonus room with built- ins and an outside entrance. The crown jewel of 640 Santa Barbara is the garden…….filled with many varieties of mature plants, trees, meandering stream bed and a fish pond. It is a place for reflection, solitude and an enjoyment of nature. One can easily forget this paradise exists in the heart of Berkeley. Here is a home and garden to treasure for years to come. Offered at $1,395,000 see photos SOLD 6 Nogales Street, Berkeley Architectural Treasure in The Claremont! 1909 Walter Ratcliff one level bungalow with redwood interiors, magical garden! 2 bedrooms/2 baths, Living and Dining Rooms, Study, finished attic room, garage. Featured on BAHA Ratcliff tour Sunday, May 7 see photos... SOLD 60 The Uplands, Berkeley Super charming 1907 Arts and Crafts beauty with glorious, private garden! Most rooms embrace the garden with French doors or lovely outlooks, creating a true indoor-outdoor living environment. Beautiful light throughout. Top-of-the-line remodeled eat-in kitchen. Three fireplaces! Four bedrooms and three baths, including a master suite with fireplace. A former maid's room makes a convenient study or au-pair space. Large basement includes interior access to a one car garage. Located on lower The Uplands, this is a truly special property for someone who loves gardens! Offered at $1,490,000 Represented the sellers see photos SOLD 2816 Oak Knoll Terrace Grand Claremont traditional in most desirable location. Exquisite details, wonderful outlooks. Sold in a private sale for $2,400,000. SOLD 38 Domingo The Webster Family tri-plex has never before been on the market. Elegant Living in The Claremont's Banana Belt! 18 total rooms: 7 Bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, 2 garages. Rare opportunity! more... SOLD 5437 Shafter Jazzy Home just a short walk to Market Hall and BART. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, with large public rooms and a huge lower level awaiting development. New fab studio with full bath. Great garden! more... SOLD 65 Highgate Road, Kensington Spectacular estate size lot with gorgeous views! Seclusion, quiet and privacy! Mature Oaks and Redwoods in park like setting. Rare opportunity to create a gated estate. more... Glorious Julia Morgan Brown Shingle! 2608 Warring Street, Berkeley Beautiful proportions, redwood and leaded windows! Updated kitchen and baths. Breakfast/Family room. Upstairs study with secluded deck. Four bedrooms, two and one half baths, three fireplaces. Landscaped private garden with dining terrace. All the fine architectural details and quality materials you expect from Miss Morgan. This home is truly a treasure!! Offered at $1,325,000. Co-listed with Paul Templeton see photos... SOLD 3149 and 3151 Lewiston Ave., Berkeley A spectacular Craftsman Golden Duplex in the Elmwood! Two beautiful flats, each with Living Room with fireplace, Dining room with built-ins, kitchen, two Bedrooms, one Bath and a sunroom. The lower flat has been extensively remodeled and opens via French doors to a gorgeous, park-like garden. The upper flat has access to a fabulous non-conforming attic level, which includes fireplace and full bath. The location is super convenient to the best of Elmwood and Rockridge as well to public transportation. A true beauty! Offered at $1,695,000 see photos SOLD 118 The Uplands, Berkeley Set amidst a beautiful large garden, this home is defined by an elegant entry veranda along the side of the house. The living room/library has a New York loft feel with grand scaled arched windows framing vistas across Claremont. A dramatic dining room features a windowed curved wall with French doors to a very private brick terrace and secluded garden above. This home has marvelous indoor/outdoor flow for entertaining. The eat-in kitchen opens to the patio as well. The bedrooms upstairs have lovely vistas. In addition to a large master bedroom with sitting area and terrace, there are 3 bedrooms and two baths as well as sunrooms opening from bedrooms. Two arched carports and a large basement with ample storage complete this special property. Great central Claremont location! Sold for $1,550,000 see photos SOLD 2830 Garber St., Berkeley Quintessential Berkeley Brown Shingle Craftsman (c.1908), designed by Architect George Plowman as his own residence. The distinctive exterior features a broad porch, front balcony and unusual roof line, merely hinting at the treasures within. The interiors of the public rooms are classic --- bare wood, two inglenooks in the living room, original light fixtures, window seats, bookcases and built-ins. The spacious dining room opens onto a deck with San Francisco and Bay views. This level also includes a stylishly remodeled kitchen, cozy sunroom, a half bath and laundry. Upstairs are three bedrooms and two baths; two of the charming bedrooms have French doors to balconies with fabulous views. The front bedroom opens to the serenity of a large redwood tree. In addition, the lower level contains a large rumpus room and a storeroom. The south-facing garden is sunny and private. A two-car garage was recently rebuilt. This enchanting home is located on a cul-de-sac just above Emerson School --- convenient to Elmwood shops and restaurants, as well as UC Berkreley and public transportation. Live in a piece of early Berkeley history! Offered at $1,150,000 see photos SOLD 22 Roble Road, Berkeley We are pleased to present the grand, historic McDuffie House, situated in our Claremont District. Duncan McDuffie was a visionary, suburban planner and developer with a true appreciation of nature. He founded Mason McDuffie Company, which created the Claremont and Northbrae neighborhoods in Berkeley, and St. Francis Woods in San Francisco. McDuffie went on to create the California Park system and was one of the founders of the Sierra Club, of which he was president for many years. Architecture and Landscape McDuffie’s vision of a country home for him and his wife led to a long correspondence with Willis Polk and the Olmsted Brothers firm, who designed New York’s Central Park. McDuffie envisioned a Mediterranean villa flowing from the edge of the road down into a glorious garden. This romantic home was designed to suit their country lifestyle, which included entertaining socialites and dignitaries. The grand staircase to the foyer below was an important part of the social proceedings. The upper level was for guests, the main level for the McDuffies, and the lower level for staff. The garden was and is an essential and beautifully integrated element of the overall design. The current owners embarked on an extensive upgrade program of the entire house to suit their specific lifestyle - heating system, plumbing, electrical, windows and doors, kitchen and baths - but it is incomplete. A new owner with vision has the opportunity to finish this project and enjoy one of the grandest homes of the past enhanced with the fine appointments of modern, 21st Century living. Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $2,850,000 see photos website see the brochure SOLD 135 Parkside The Essence of Old Claremont Everyone's favorite house! Beautiful and charming, both inside and out, this 1910 Tudor style home commands a prominent position on Parkside Drive at the beginning of Long Park. All the architectural detailing of the period is evident......clinker brick porch and chimney, half timbers, graceful windows. The interior is resplendent with marvelous mouldings in the lovely living room, dining room and entry hall. The kitchen, which opens to the rear porch and brick terrace, has been beautifully remodeled. There is also a sunny breakfast room on this level. Upstairs are 3 bedrooms and 3 remodeled baths. A bonus room and large laundry room/workshop are at the lower level. A magical detached guest cottage includes 1 bedroom/1 bath, soaring ceilings, beautiful windows, concrete floors, a small loft plus office. The gardens are spectacular and include an emerald lawn surrounded by blooming roses, lavender, and brick terraces. Nothing could be more convenient! Heart of the Claremont district. Fine restaurants. Shopping. BART. Offered at $1,550,000 see photos co-listed with Nancy Rothman, Pacific Union SOLD 159 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley The Essence of Old Claremont We are pleased to present one of Claremont’s truly unique homes, a noble and distinctive example of the Bay Area Arts & Crafts style. This home was designed and built by Louis E. Chapin, Architect, for his family circa 1914. Enter through the gate to a brick walkway under an allée of flowering cherry trees, leading to a broad entry terrace. The entrance hall and public rooms are richly detailed and feature fine woodwork, elegant mouldings and cabinetry with leaded glass doors. Enjoy expansive views from the living room across the garden, through the trees to the tower of the Claremont Hotel. The dining room has a pair of French doors to the reception room as well as a pair to the brick terrace and south facing lawn and garden. The grand staircase to the upper level is broad and features a spacious landing with bench and soaring leaded glass windows. A spacious master suite features its own private deck and office. There are two additional lovely, sunny bedrooms, a hall bath, secluded covered deck and a library/TV/bedroom (with closet) and pair of glassed doors. The lower level consists of an au pair suite and a playroom opening to the private lower garden and terrace. Located in The Claremont neighborhood on a lovely winding road with easy access to shopping, restaurants, BART and the freeway. Offered at $2,250,000 see photos SOLD 1839 San Ramon Avenue, Berkeley Charming Mediterranean in quiet Thousand Oaks neighborhood! Sunny, warm and light, the west-facing living and dining rooms have wonderful light throughout the day. The updated eat-in kitchen features a six burner Viking range, half bath and opens to an enclosed garden. Upstairs are three bedrooms, an updated bath and two small balconies. The front bedrooms have Bay and Golden Gate Bridge views! A spacious and inviting cottage was built in 2006 with stylish bath, large storage closet and French doors that overlook the garden. This space functions beautifully as an office, play room or guest quarters. Located near Kensington and Solano Avenue shops and restaurants. Offered at $910,000 see photos SOLD 868 Contra Costa Avenue, Berkeley A Home of Surprises! Located in a prime Thousand Oaks neighborhood on a coveted street and convenient to bustling Solano Avenue, this gracious 1920’s Craftsman home has wonderful light-filled rooms, panoramic Bay views and an abundance of versatile spaces. Features include built-in cabinets in the dining room, fireplace in the living room and beautiful nine-light windows throughout. This home of an architect for over thirty years incorporates many upgrades within the context of the original craftsman design. A spacious detached office/studio with rooftop deck & garden is cleverly accessed from the main house. A small playhouse, water feature and sandbox enhance the inviting rear garden. All new kitchen and laundry appliances, tankless water heater and energy efficient furnace. Five bedrooms, two and one-half baths, family/rumpus room and updated eat-in kitchen make this a very stylish and comfortable North Berkeley home, one to be treasured for years to come. Offered at $1,275,000 see photos

SOLD 772 Contra Costa Avenue, Berkeley Thousand Oaks Beauty Built in 1926, this spacious Mediterranean home features generously proportioned rooms, beautiful period detailing and wonderful light throughout. Most rooms enjoy expansive views of the Bay. The kitchen has been updated and includes an adjoining breakfast room and one-half bath. Upstairs are three bedrooms, including an amazingly large master bedroom, another bedroom with its own deck and a third with French doors to a decorative balcony. A fourth room serves as an office or nursery or could become a master bath. At the lower level, a recently finished family room with full bath is level-out to a patio and large garden. A garage with interior access, laundry room and potential wine cellar complete this level. Overall condition is lovely with many upgrades over the past 10 years. The location is superb.... allowing one to enjoy both beautiful Bay views as well as the conveniences afforded by the bustling Solano Avenue restaurant and shopping district. Offered at $1,295,000 see photos SOLD 2711 Claremont Blvd. Coveted Claremont Court Designed in 1909 by San Francisco architect Thomas J. Welch, this stately and beautiful home is located in Claremont Court, near Monkey Island Park. The shingle exterior is graced with a charming wisteria covered porch, balconies on the front and side and large well poroportioned windows and doors. The first floor rooms are spacious, high ceilinged and elegant with restored redwood detailing and lovely light. A remodeled eat-in kitchen, study, full bath and laundry complete this level. Upstairs are four bedrooms, each opening to either the rear deck or the balconies. A spacious and light-filled master suite is a true retreat. One bedroom is currently used as a tv room and features built in bookcases. The garden has been designed for multiple uses, including a hot tub and dining deck plus sun drenched raised beds for gardening. The former garage serves as storage/workshop and would be a terrific art studio. A partial basement provides additional storage. The location is superb, with each access to UC Berkeley, public transportation, pool and tennis clubs, and fine dining. This is a home to treasure for years to come! Offered at $1,850,000 see photos SOLD 115 Parkside Drive, The Claremont Near Round Park in The Claremont This charming Dutch Colonial with Craftsman features is located in a friendly neighborhood across from Long Park, with a south-facing view of trees and sky. Public rooms are generous yet intimate and enhanced with douglas fir built-ins and detailing. The kitchen and family room addition, designed by Bennett Christopherson, has a wall of glass that opens with French doors to a private, sunny deck and garden. There is also a laundry and one-half bath on this level. Upstairs are three bedrooms ---a large light-filled front bedroom and a second bedroom with hall bath. The romantic master suite has a small but functional office and access to a deck overlooking the garden and the Berkeley hills. Here is an excellent location with easy access to shops, restaurants, BART and Star Market. Offered at $1,650,000 see photos SOLD 2911 Avalon Ave., Berkeley Located in Claremont Court, one of Berkeley’s most desired locations, this magical Mediterranean home (c. 1932) is sited for great light, framed views and sense of privacy. The outlooks are lovely with views of San Francisco, the Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. On the entrance level is a spacious family room with fireplace and one-half bath. Upstairs is a glorious living room with Palladian windows, stately fireplace and bookcase wall, opening to a library with matching windows. The formal dining room features a wall of glass and French doors leading to an enclosed patio. Additional rooms include the updated eat-in kitchen, butler’s pantry, full bath and plus room. Three bedrooms, one with en suite bath and a master suite are on the top level. The romantic master suite includes a remodeled bath and sun-drenched patio deck with gorgeous views. This home offers the tranquility of a secluded neighborhood yet easy access to Elmwood shopping, tennis clubs, fine dining, public transportation and freeways. First open: Sunday, May 12, 2013, 2-4:30 Offered at $2,100,000 see photos SOLD 167 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley A romantic country English home in Claremont offering the ambiance for a casual lifestyle and grand entertaining. Dramatic architecture and modern amenities! The living room is theatrical in scale, a truly magical space. The updated kitchen is a magnet for socializing, cooking together and dining. 3 bedrooms/3 baths + office. The gardens are mature, beautiful and accessible, ideal for entertaining. With its own framed view of the Claremont Hotel, this location is one of the finest in town, an easy trip to San Francisco, near coffee, shopping, restaurants and tennis clubs. Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Shown by appointment only. Offered at $1,895,000 see photos SOLD 2810 Oak Knoll Terrace The best of everything new in a 1910 architectural beauty! Three levels of simply gorgeous living. 5++BR/4++BA. Formal Living/Dining Room, Great Room/stunnning Chef's Kitchen with dining alcove. 4 bedrooms upstairs, 3 baths. Large lower level family room with built ins, computer area/game room. Huge heated storage area, interior access to garage. 4 fireplaces, lovely gardens, beautiful entertaining terrace. There is nothing like it! Offered at $3,500,000 see photos... SOLD 7070 Marlborough Terrace, Oakland Stylish and sophisticated Phil Perkins design in the Claremont Hills. Clean lines and exceptional finishes. Gourmet kitchen/family room with fireplace. Large media room/library. Great south bay views. Pretty and usable garden. This is a very special home in a convenient hills location. more... SOLD 801 Rosemount Road, Oakland Elegant and romantic Crocker home! Living Room, 3+BR, master suite w/ fireplace, 4 baths, remodeled eat-in kitchen, study, family room/au pair, large yard. Stylish bungalow in heart of Rockridge! 5437 Shafter Avenue, Oakland Lots of light and great spaces. 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, eat-in kitchen opening to deck and professionally landscaped gardens. Fabulous architect-designed studio built in 2003 with bath and loft. Large lower level offers potential for development. Lovely gardens. Offered at $920,000 see photos... SOLD 2843 Prince Street A charming 1914 Craftsman bungalow in the Claremont. The heart of of this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is a simply beautiful remodeled eat-in kitchen. It features limestones counter, maple cabinetry and stainless steel appliances. Large french doors bring the park-like garden indoors. The garden is sunny and secluded and contains an outdoor shower. The indoor-outdoor access is perfect for entertaining. Offered at $869,000 see photos SOLD 92 Oakridge Road Flowing 1954 Contemporary on secluded cul-de-sac. Level entry. 4BR/2.5BA. Close to restaurants, swim and tennis clubs, shops and transportation. Panoramic Bay View!! Offered at $1,165,000 see photos... SOLD 6434 Regent St., Oakland Prime Rockridge location. Magnificent brown shingle. Meticulously maintained. SOLD 2905 Garber Street, Berkeley Wonderful 1914 Prairie-style home in coveted Claremont Court. Charmingly hidden behind hedges and a double gate, a magical garden with sunny terrace and pond surrounds this stately home. It was designed and built by C.M. Blabon. Over the years this home has been tastefully updated and expanded with the acquisition of an adjacent half-lot. Beautifully proportioned public rooms feature silky gumwood detailing and lovely outlooks into the lushly planted garden. The first floor also includes a cozy library/den, stylish updated kitchen with counter dining, pantry and half bath. Upstairs are four bedrooms, two baths and a laundry room. The master suite includes a sunny updated bath, built-ins and access to the porch deck. One bedroom is currently built-out as an office. On the lower level is a versatile custom office/family room with kitchenette and half-bath that opens to a large deck. A detached studio with bath is set amidst rich plantings. The location on a quiet cul-de-sac near Monkey Island Park is superb, near shops, the University, fine dining and public transportation. Offered at $1,925,000 see photos SOLD 59 Domingo Ave, Berkeley In early September... a beautiful and graceful Craftsman style home designed by George T. Plowman and John Hudson Thomas and built in 1909, featuring elegant moldings, many architectural details, fine light and love- ly outlooks. The public rooms are spacious with gorgeous windows; a stylish gourmet kitchen and family room with fireplace open to a large deck and private, sunny garden. There is a half-bath. Upstairs are four bed- rooms/two baths including a romantic master suite with fireplace and window seats. In addition, the lowest level contains a wonderful studio/rumpus room with full bath and outside entrance. Garage. A prime location close to everything! Co-listed with Paul Templeton. Offered at $1,950,000 see photos SOLD 2900 Garber St., Berkeley Sited high above the street, with a bird's eye view looking toward San Francisco, UC Berkeley and the East Bay hills, this unique and bright home was built in 1925 and has been in the same family for more than 50 years. Clearly the star of this home is the spectacular living room/library facing the view and opening to a sunny patio garden. Beautiful detailing abounds. There is no shortage of space --- there are three generously proportioned bedrooms upstairs, two baths, including a lovely master suite, and a large roof deck with striking views. A second living room could easily become the dining room when the dining room and original kitchen morph into a fabulous kitchen/family room. The lower level is also functional, with a utility space, workshop with half bath, and an au-pair room with bath en-suite and outside entrance. Super convenient access to UC Berkeley, The Claremont Resort, College Avenue shopping and dining as well as multiple forms of public transportation. Two car garage. This wonderful property needs major updating but is an opportunity to create something special! Offered at $1,075,000 see photos SOLD 2729 Forest Ave., Berkeley English Style Home A truly lovely English style home filled with many distinctive architectural elements -- beautiful paneling, box beam ceilings, built-ins and gorgeous multi-pane windows. The public rooms are warm, rich and cozy with fireplaces in both the living and dining rooms. A charming "telephone room" with closet is located off the front hall. A fabulous recently remodeled kitchen opens onto a very private garden with a lawn area, deck for dining and hot tub. Also on this floor is the perfect bookcase-lined study overlooking the garden. Upstairs are three spacious bedrooms and two newer baths, one opening onto a deck. The master bedroom has a fireplace. The attic contains a large storage area. Two furnaces. Many upgrades. Located on a sought-after tree-lined street near UC, transportation, shops and fine dining. Garage. A real jewel! Offered at $1,350,000 see photos SOLD 57 Hazel Road, Berkeley Most wonderful one storey mid-century modern in Berkeley's Claremont District! Light and bright with fabulous access to the sunny and private garden. Easy living with 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. A rare offering. Close to shops, BART and restaurants. Offered at $925,000 see photos may be available in the future Five Woodside Way The house itself is stunning -- earth colored stucco walls rising to meet the sky, all warmth and reflected views. Coupled with the extraordinary site --two expansive lots of over 24,000 sq. ft* embracing hills and the Bay, this David Stark Wilson design is a perfect melding of architectural vision with the natural landscape. Five Woodside Way is oriented to capture not only the Bay view, but also the many charms of a hilltop location. It commands the site as if it has always been there -- reminiscent of an Italian hillside villa, one of the inspiration for this home. Five Woodside Way has been given the Sunset Magazine Interior Design Award and Published in House Beautiful Magazine. Offered at $2,950,500 Currently rented, available in March of 2012 see photos website SOLD 7325 Chabot Road, Oakland The Kahle-Nabeshima Contemporary, Karl Wanaselja, Arch. 1996. Rebuilding after the 1991 fire, the owners chose to "risk innovation, take a chance on art". The result is a house that can only be described as very very cool. Made of concrete, glass and wood, this is truly a house with indoor-outdoor access. There are 2 large glass firehouse-type doors that slide up; both bedroom have sliding glass doors opening to the garden and sky. The upper level is defined by a large wrap-around library/study/hallway providing a huge amount of book storage space, nooks for reading, and ample space for work. One of the bookcases slides to close off the master suite. Filled with light, warmth and surprises wherever one looks, this is indeed a one-of-a-kind home to be treasured and enjoyed. Offered at $895,000 see photos co-listed with Paul Templeton SOLD 3123-3125 Eton Avenue, Berkeley A Level Golden Duplex in The Claremont! A Rare Find! Two one bedroom units on a peaceful, tree-lined street. Built as a single family home and converted to a duplex in the 40's. Generous public rooms with high ceilings and lovely details. Convenient location, near restaurants, shopping and BART. Includes a private garden and garage. Offered at $900,000 see photos co-listed with Paul Templeton SOLD 2927 Garber Street, Berkeley This a rare opportunity to creat your dream home from the pedigreed bones of a Walter H. Ratcliff Jr. 1908 design. Located in Berkeley's prestigious Claremont Court, this property is a stone's throw from the neighborhood green space, a flat open landscaped area called "Monkey Island Park". This is a large house; the top two floors offer 5000+ square feet of living space. The lower level, once used as a ballroom, completes this incredible amount of space, which awaits a new owner's vision. The house is currently in a "fixer" state needing new systems, an upgraded floor plan, a redesigned parking area, and landscaping. The trustee handling the sale invited David Trachtenberg of Trachtenberg Architects in Berkeley to re-imagine the house and design a new floor plan to bring this once extraordinary house into the 21st Century. Offered at $1,200,000 see photos co-listed with Candice Economides SOLD 149 Parkside, Berkeley At Round Park in the Claremont: a 1908 brown shingle beauty set in a most spectacular garden! This Craftsman home is sited on an oversized garden that spreads out from the south side of the house, creating a magical, serene and private world of one’s own. The home has a rambling quality that adds to its charm. Craftsman details abound. A large billiard room opens to a sun porch and the garden. Upstairs are 4+ bedrooms and 2 baths, including a romantic master with wooden hip roof ceiling overlooking the garden. This is a true retreat! There is also a charming attic, 2 car garage and offstreet parking. The location is unparalleled with a park across the street and easy access to shops, restaurants, tennis clubs and transportation. A rare opportunity! Offered at $1,750,000 see photos SOLD 120 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley Designed by architect Clarence L. Stiles. Stately. Commanding. Impossible to ignore. With its striking Neoclassical architecture and broad porch, 120 Hillcrest Road has been a prominent property in the Claremont since it was built. The spaces are grand and filled with light. Huge windows allow enjoyment of San Francisco and Bay views as well as outlooks over the Claremont to the East Bay hills. The living and dining rooms, elegant and spacious, are the perfect setting for gracious entertaining and comfortable everyday life. A country kitchen and maid’s room offer potential for a modern open kitchen/family room with access to the rear garden/deck. Upstairs are four large bedrooms, 2 fireplaces, two baths and two sunrooms. The attic level provides a skylight-enhanced bonus space (think artist’s studio) and lots of storage. Located near public pathways, this very convenient location offers not just views, but easy access to BART, local shops and restaurants. This is a rare opportunity to create something truly special. Offered at $1,800,000 see photos