A rare Berkeley Hills legacy home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1926, this Storybook-style residence was intentionally and extensively restored by a Cal alumni, preserving its architectural soul while rebuilding the home for the next century. Designed for multi-generational living, the home features a flexible two-wing layout: one wing offers 3 beds & 2 baths, while the other provides a private 1 bed/1 bath retreat with its own entrance. A ground-level bed & half bath provide ideal accessibility for guests, elders, or an au pair. Set on a 12,839 sf lot with ocean views, the property offers exceptional ADU potential. The chefs kitchen features a Thermador stove/range hood, oversized island & open flow ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Behind the storybook exterior is a near new-build renovation, including a newly poured reinforced foundation with warranty, all-new framing, plumbing, electrical, roof, Marvin windows & dual-zone HVAC. Interior finishes include European oak floors & spa-inspired baths with soaking tubs. Minutes to UC Berkeley, walking distance to Cragmont Rock Park & John Hinkel Park, with close proximity to Tilden Regional Park & miles of scenic hiking trails & just moments from Solano Ave shops, peaceful, private & timeless.
Property Details
Price:
$1,999,888
MLS #:
ML82034007
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
4
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
699notdefined
Listed Date:
Feb 6, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,400
Lot Size:
12,839 sqft / 0.29 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
School District:
Other
Interior
Appliances
DW, GD, MW, RF
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
CF
Exterior
Parking Spots
2
Roof
SHN
Financial
Map
Community
- Address770 Santa Barbara RD Berkeley CA
- CityBerkeley
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94707
Subdivisions in Berkeley
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Berkeley as of Feb 10, 2026
58
Single Family Listed
44
Avg DOM
424
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,094,567
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 770 Santa Barbara RD Berkeley CA is a Single Family for sale in Berkeley, CA, 94707. It is listed for $1,999,888 and features 5 beds, 4 baths, and has approximately 2,400 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $833. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Berkeley is $424. The average listing price for Single Family in Berkeley is $1,094,567.
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