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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,295,000
MLS #:
41108748
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
BERKELEY HILLS
Listed Date:
Aug 20, 2025
Finished Sq Ft:
2,036
Lot Size:
5,076 sqft / 0.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
School District:
Berkeley
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
None
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Forced Air, Radiant
Exterior
Architectural Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Stucco
Other Structures
Storage
Parking Features
Off Street
Parking Spots
0.00
Roof
Shingle
Financial
Map
Community
- Address198 BRET HARTE ROAD Berkeley CA
- SubdivisionBERKELEY HILLS
- CityBerkeley
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94708
Subdivisions in Berkeley
- ALAMEDACOY
- BERKELEY
- BERKELEY BOWL
- BERKELEY CENTRAL
- BERKELEY HILLS
- CENTRAL BERKELEY
- CENTRALBEY
- CLAREMONT
- CLAREMONT HILLS
- CLAREMONT/ELMWOD
- CRAGMONT
- ELMWOOD
- GRIZZLY PEAK
- MARIN CIRCLE
- N. BERKELEY
- NORTH BERKELEY
- NORTH-WEST BERK
- NORTHBELEY
- NORTHCAPUS
- NORTHSIDE
- OCEAN VIEW
- PARK HILLS
- POETS CORNER
- POETSCONER
- SAN PABLO PARK
- SOUTH BERKELEY
- SOUTHBELEY
- SOUTHSIDE
- THOUSAND OAKS
- WEST BERKELEY
- WEST END
- WESTBRAE
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Berkeley as of Oct 24, 2025
46
Single Family Listed
187
Avg DOM
743
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,590,087
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the BERKELEY HILLS subdivision, 198 BRET HARTE ROAD Berkeley CA is a Single Family for sale in Berkeley, CA, 94708. It is listed for $1,295,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 2,036 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $636. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Berkeley is $743. The average listing price for Single Family in Berkeley is $1,590,087.
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