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1196 Keith Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

5 Beds

4 Baths

4,575 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Pending

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,575 sqft

Price per Sqft $632

Subdivision Berkeley Hills

MLS Listing ID 41135296

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1936

Lot Size 0.374 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Originally built in 1936 and once home to the founder of Peet's Coffee, this extraordinary Berkeley Hills residence has been completely reimagined through a meticulous down-to-the-studs design-build renovation by Levitch Associates. No expense was spared blending timeless architectural character with exceptional craftsmanship, modern functionality, and artistic detail — including a newly installed slab foundation as part of the extensive reconstruction. Nestled among the redwoods on a quiet cul-de-sac and set on a rare combined 16,295 sq ft — which includes the adjacent 6,000 sq ft parcel (APN 63-2988-49) — the property feels like a private forest sanctuary while remaining minutes from the very best of Berkeley. With only three steps to the entry, the home offers rare ease of access. A dramatic living room frames breathtaking Golden Gate Bridge and Bay views. The formal dining room flows into an extraordinary chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, generous pantry, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and artisan details throughout. Custom artistic elements by local craftspeople include original stained glass, handcrafted iron stair railings, tile mosaic work, and a custom kitchen hood. The flexible floor plan offers five bedrooms, multiple office spaces, and expansive lower-level bonus areas ideal for a media room, gym, or guest quarters — with ADU potential (buyer to verify). Oversized windows throughout frame redwood and Bay views while flooding the home with natural light. Outdoor spaces were designed for both relaxation and play, with landscaped grounds, turf areas, and direct access to hidden neighborhood trails

Location

State CA

County Alameda

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Interior Features Eat-in Kitchen

Heating Forced Air

Cooling None

Flooring Concrete, See Remarks, Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dryer

Exterior

Parking Features One Space

Pool None

Roof Type Shingle

Porch Patio

Total Parking Spaces 3

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Garden

Story Three Or More

Entry Level Three Or More

Architectural Style Custom

Level or Stories Three Or More

Additional Building Storage

New Construction No

Schools

School District Berkeley

Others

Tax ID 632988581

Acceptable Financing Cash, Conventional

Listing Terms Cash, Conventional

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Karla Elkebir

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Karla Elkebir

1196 Keith Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

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