Rare Storybook/Spanish Revival home built in 1927, exuding timeless charm and architectural character. Inspired by William Rayond Yelland's Normandy village on spruce Street, this romantic Berkeley gem is thoughtfully designed to capture sweeping Bay views and blend indoor/outdoor living. Nestled among amature gardens the property is a tranquil oasis. The main residence features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, plus an additional bedroom and bath with a private entrance -ideal for guest or extended family. The primary suite includes a luxurious bath with a walk-in shower and direct access to sun-drenched garden with fountains and a relaxing hot tub just off the redesigned kitchen. The grand living room showcases a fireplace and a large picture window framing breathtaking vies. Throughout the home period details, charming nooks, and original character evoke a sense of timeless elegance. A detached cottage offers the perfect space for an art or yoga studio, Garage can be converted back to fit 2 cars. Rich in history the home was once frequented by Gregory Peck, a close friend of the original owner's mother, who studied at UC Berkeley. A true one-of-a kind Berkeley treasure. Minutes to Berkeley's Gourmet Ghetto, parks, trails, top rated schools and SF.
Sold for $2,300,000
$2,300,000
1143 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
5beds
3,011sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$2,270,800 Zestimate®
$764/sqft
$7,846 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,270,800
$2.04M - $2.52M
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Original characterSun-drenched gardenPeriod detailsCharming nooksTranquil oasisRelaxing hot tubMature gardens
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Listed by:
Theresa Hope Broderick DRE #01298281 510-967-2294,
The Agency,
Kara Thacker DRE #01271438 510-332-8325,
The Agency
Bought with:
Mark Fleckles, DRE #01343751
Bay Area Modern Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41100597
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator, Tile Counters, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Cabinets, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,011
- Total interior livable area: 3,011 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Storage, Terraced Up, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Private Entrance, Yard Space
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Bay Bridge,Golden Gate Bridge
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Premium Lot, Sloped Up, Front Yard, Private, Sprinklers In Rear, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 63298657
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Details
- Builder name: Magical
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $764/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,381,323
- Date on market: 6/10/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/29/2025 | Sold | $2,300,000-4%$764/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41100597 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2025 | Contingent | $2,395,000$795/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41100597 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,395,000+4.4%$795/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41100597 Report a problem | ||
| 6/7/2025 | Listing removed | $2,295,000$762/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092162 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,295,000+4.3%$762/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092162 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2020 | Sold | $2,200,000+2.3%$731/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40899920 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2020 | Pending sale | $2,150,000$714/sqft |
Source: GOLDEN GATE SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY #40899920 Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $2,150,000+42.4%$714/sqft |
Source: GOLDEN GATE SOTHEBYS INTERNATIONAL REALTY #40899920 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2015 | Sold | $1,510,000+8.2%$501/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2015 | Price change | $1,395,000+0.7%$463/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union International Inc. #40699637 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,385,000$460/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union International Inc. #40699637 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $2,381,323 +2% |
| 2024 | $33,643 +2.1% | $2,334,640 +2% |
| 2023 | $32,935 +1.1% | $2,288,880 +2% |
| 2022 | $32,591 -0.5% | $2,244,000 +2% |
| 2021 | $32,747 +33% | $2,200,000 +34.6% |
| 2020 | $24,616 +3.5% | $1,634,453 +2% |
| 2019 | $23,782 +5.2% | $1,602,411 +2% |
| 2018 | $22,611 | $1,571,003 +2% |
| 2017 | $22,611 +2.9% | $1,540,200 +2% |
| 2016 | $21,971 +107.1% | $1,510,000 +152.6% |
| 2015 | $10,607 | $597,856 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,607 | $586,147 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $583,498 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $572,059 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $560,843 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $556,653 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $557,979 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $547,041 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $536,319 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $525,804 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $515,496 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $505,397 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $496,133 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $486,405 +2% |
| 2001 | $7,621 | $476,869 |
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Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
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- 9/10Cragmont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
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