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Sold for $1,565,000 on 10/03/25
  • $1,565,000

    198 Bret Harte Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708

    3beds
    2,036sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1926
    5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
    $1,553,400 Zestimate®
    $769/sqft
    $5,855 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Exquisite design and modern comforts await in this completely reimagined, level-in 3+BD/2.5BA in the lower Berkeley Hills (w/metal and fire resistant fencing!). This elegant 2036 SQFT home features a hybrid of elegant and playful upgrades and stunning original details. Step into the open floor plan w/ a living room boasting coffered ceiling, fireplace w/copper hood, mullioned windows and refinished hardwood floors that span into the kitchen and dining area. The eat-in kitchen includes custom paneled appliances, quartz waterfall counters, and fresh new cabinets coupled w/the original copper hardware. The family room’s French doors open onto a deck for indoor/outdoor living. The stunning 2-level primary suite offers a soaring ceiling, spiral staircase to sleeping loft, peek-a-boo bridge views, 2 large closets, and a gorgeous ensuite bath w/dual vanity. Another bedroom enjoys garden views w/chic modern hall bath w/heated floors and bench. A 3rd bedroom features custom shelving, half bath and dedicated doors to the garden. Relax in the lovely outdoors w/majestic redwood, new retaining walls and stairs, and 220’ designer fire-resistant fencing, and off-street parking. Explore the serenity of local paths, walking access to 3 local parks and the world-class amenities of North Berkeley.

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: October 03, 2025 at 02:43pm

    Listed by:

    David Gunderman DRE #01313613 510-205-4369,

    Kw Advisors East Bay,

    Alison Luce DRE #01986924 415-640-2027,

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    Bought with:

    Tiffany Lefour, DRE #02017456

    The Grubb Company

    Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41108748MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • Partial bathrooms: 1
    Bathroom
    • Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Dual Flush Toilet, Multiple Shower Heads, Sitting Area, Window, Shower Over Tub
    Kitchen
    • Features: Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen, Other
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Radiant
    Cooling
    • None
    Appliances
    • Included: Electric Range, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Closet, In Kitchen
    Features
    • Storage, Updated Kitchen
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,036
    • Total interior livable area: 2,036 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Terrace, Patio
    • Exterior features: Garden, Other, Entry Gate, Private Entrance
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 5,227 sqft
    • Features: Sloped Down, Back Yard, Landscaped, Side Yard, Landscape Back
    Details
    • Parcel number: 63298512
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Traditional
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Fiber Cement
    • Roof: Composition,Other
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1926

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
    Location
    • Region: Berkeley
    • Subdivision: Berkeley Hills

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing agreement: Excl Right
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
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    Estimated market value
    $1,553,400