A Rare Architectural Legacy! Built in 1912 by Walter Ratcliff, this exceptional 3BD/2.5BA residence offers a rare chance to own a beautifully preserved piece of Berkeley’s storied past thoughtfully updated for modern living. Set on an 8,820 sf lot, the 2,048 sf home is surrounded by tiered, landscaped gardens with mature trees, vibrant blooms, & multiple seating areas. A motorized gate opens to a brick-paver driveway with space for 5 vehicles. Inside, the grand living room is anchored by striking, meticulously restored leaded glass windows—a hallmark of the home's architectural pedigree—soaring cathedral ceilings, & a plaster-surround fireplace. The formal dining room features original built-ins, garden views, & a second fireplace. A fully remodeled chef’s kitchen includes a marble island, custom cabinetry, & premium appliances. Throughout the home: hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, custom stairwell, & finely crafted woodwork. The primary suite offers a sitting area, walk-in closet, & bonus storage. Additional highlights include remodeled baths, Elfa® closets, secret bedroom nook, tankless water heater, laundry, shed, & secured gate. Step into timeless elegance and become the next steward of this iconic Berkeley residence. This is more than a home—it’s a piece of history.
For sale
$2,200,000
91 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
3beds
2,048sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$1,074/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Secured gatePlaster-surround fireplaceCustom stairwellMature treesMarble islandFinely crafted woodworkBrick-paver driveway
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Listing updated: July 08, 2025 at 10:59pm
Listed by:
Elena Mendelson DRE #01883139 925-639-6574,
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Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41103929

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 0.5 Bath, Main Entry, 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Loft, Dining Room
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Window, Solid Surface, Stall Shower
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Storage, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning, See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,048
- Total interior livable area: 2,048 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Parking Lot, No Garage, Private, Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Security,Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 64422616
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Details
- Builder name: W. Ratcliff
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sump Pump
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Claremont
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,074/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,450,700
- Annual tax amount: $22,247
- Date on market: 7/8/2025
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