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1196 Keith Ave Berkeley, CA 94708
5 Beds
4 Baths
4,575 SqFt
Key Details
Sold Price $3,350,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Single Family Residence
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 4,575 sqft
Price per Sqft $732
Subdivision Berkeley Hills
MLS Listing ID 41135296
Sold Date 06/12/26
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
Rooms
Other Rooms Storage
Interior
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
Financing Cash
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