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$2,895,000
Est. payment /mo
5 Beds
4 Baths
4,575 SqFt
Coming Soon
1196 Keith Ave Berkeley, CA 94708
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Coming Soon
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
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1936
Lot Size 0.374 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source Bridge AOR
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
Interior
Heating Zoned
Cooling None
Flooring Concrete, Hardwood, Tile, Other
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
Laundry Dryer, Laundry Room
Exterior
Pool None
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Premium Lot, Landscaped
Story 3
Water Public
Architectural Style Custom
Schools
School District Berkeley (510) 644-6150, Berkeley (510) 644-6150