Contemporary

1215 Alvarado Rd

Berkeley , CA 94705

MLS#: 41085293

$1,699,000

Status: Active
Listing number: 41085293
Listing provided by: Keller Williams Realty
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 3 days ago
On site: 6 months ago
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CLAREMONT HILLS - Residential

Property

Beds

5

Full Baths

4

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

2002

Sq.Footage

3,943

Perched in the prestigious Berkeley Hills, 1215 Alvarado Rd is a masterclass in elegance, stability, and modern luxury. Built in 2001, this 5-bed, 4-bath retreat is engineered to stand the test of time, featuring a robust steel-reinforced concrete foundation anchored into bedrock. With top-tier drainage systems and double wall construction for superior fire resistance, insulation, and energy efficiency, this home is as durable as it is sophisticated. Step inside to soaring ceilings and sun-drenched living spaces, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame amazing views of the San Francisco Bay. Designed for seamless entertaining, the home boasts a versatile den, formal dining room, and a gourmet chef’s kitchen—complete with sleek cabinetry, high-end stainless-steel appliances, and a large island perfect for hosting. Downstairs, the primary suite is a private sanctuary with a tranquil balcony and an expansive walk-in closet. Additional highlights include gleaming hardwood floors, a two-car garage with four extra parking spaces, and a flexible bonus room. Ideally located just minutes from Berkeley’s best dining, shopping, and outdoor escapes, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of serenity and city convenience.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Eat-in Kitchen

  • Total Bedrooms

    5

  • Bathrooms

    4

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Cooling YN

    NO

  • Cooling

    None

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Forced Air, Natural Gas

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Construction Materials

    Stone, Wood Siding

  • Parking

    Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Guest

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Deck, Patio

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    None

  • View

    Bay, Bridge(s), City Lights, Canyon

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Sloped Down, Front Yard

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.191

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Contemporary

Price

  • Sales Price

    $1,699,000

  • Sq. Footage

    3, 943

  • Price/SqFt

    $430

HOA

  • Association

    NO

School District

  • Elementary School

    N/A

  • Middle School

    N/A

  • High School

    N/A

Property Features

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

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Perched in the prestigious Berkeley Hills, 1215 Alvarado Rd is a masterclass in elegance, stability, and modern luxury. Built in 2001, this 5-bed, 4-bath retreat is engineered to stand the test of time, featuring a robust steel-reinforced concrete foundation anchored into bedrock. With top-tier drainage systems and double wall construction for superior fire resistance, insulation, and energy efficiency, this home is as durable as it is sophisticated. Step inside to soaring ceilings and sun-drenched living spaces, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame amazing views of the San Francisco Bay. Designed for seamless entertaining, the home boasts a versatile den, formal dining room, and a gourmet chef’s kitchen—complete with sleek cabinetry, high-end stainless-steel appliances, and a large island perfect for hosting. Downstairs, the primary suite is a private sanctuary with a tranquil balcony and an expansive walk-in closet. Additional highlights include gleaming hardwood floors, a two-car garage with four extra parking spaces, and a flexible bonus room. Ideally located just minutes from Berkeley’s best dining, shopping, and outdoor escapes, this exceptional home offers the perfect blend of serenity and city convenience.

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