1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
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1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
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Listed by Anna Bellomo, DRE #01822897 • District Homes
Bought with Helene Barkin OBAGENCY 2

$ 3,350,000

$ 2,895,000 15.7%

Est. payment /mo
Sold on 06/12/2026

1196 Keith Ave Berkeley, CA 94708

5 Beds

3.5 Baths

4,575 SqFt

UPDATED:

Key Details

Sold Price $3,350,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Home

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 4,575 sqft

Price per Sqft $732

MLS Listing ID EB41135296

Sold Date 06/12/26

Style Custom

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1936

Lot Size 0.374 Acres

Property Sub-Type Single Family Home

Source Bridge MLS

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 bo

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Area Berkeley Map Area 1

Rooms

Family Room Separate Family Room

Kitchen Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Island, Pantry, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Updated

Interior

Heating Heating - 2+ Zones

Cooling None

Flooring Other, Tile, Concrete, Hardwood

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Laundry In Laundry Room, Dryer

Exterior

Exterior Feature Siding - Wood

Parking Features No Garage, Parking Space(s)

Pool Pool - No, None

Roof Type Composition

Building

Lot Description Other

Story Three or More Stories

Architectural Style Custom

Others

Tax ID 632-988-581

Special Listing Condition Not Applicable

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