More than a home...it's a lifestyle. This remodeled oasis blends sophistication, warmth, & breathtaking natural beauty. A gated front courtyard welcomes you into a private sanctuary designed for seamless indoor outdoor living. Expansive windows & sliding glass doors frame sweeping Golden Gate Bridge and canyon views from both levels. The dramatic living room features a vaulted wood slat ceiling, stone fireplace, & flows effortlessly to the dining area and view deck, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. The gourmet eat in kitchen offers Viking appliances, farmhouse sink, walk in pantry, wine refrigerator, and breakfast bar, with direct outdoor access & sensational views. A versatile bonus room and powder room complete the main level. Downstairs, 2 beds accompany a luxurious primary suite with walk -n closet & spa-like bath. A den/optional 4th bedroom opens to a second expansive view deck. Additional features include a 2-car garage, new roof, & owned solar. Minutes to the Claremont, Peets Coffee, all the Rockridge/Elmwood amenities, UC Berkeley & more! Perched above it all, this home offers rare privacy, iconic views, and a true retreat like feel while remaining incredibly close to everything that makes Berkeley living so special.
Sold for $1,758,225
$1,758,225
1227 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
4beds
2,917sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1982
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$1,753,800 Zestimate®
$603/sqft
$7,577 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,753,800
$1.60M - $1.93M
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Stone fireplaceFarmhouse sinkNew roofIconic viewsPerched above it allGated front courtyardBreakfast bar
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Listed by:
Kristi Ives DRE #01367466 925-788-8345,
Compass,
Lisa Brydon DRE #01408025 925-285-8336,
Compass
Bought with:
Stephanie Fordham, DRE #01512680
Realty One Group Elite
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41129921
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Library
Bathroom
- Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Multiple Shower Heads, Window, Sunken Tub
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Zoned
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,917
- Total interior livable area: 2,917 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Other
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bridge(s), Hills
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Down
Details
- Parcel number: 48H765415
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1982
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Claremont Hills
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $603/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,929,941
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Sold | $1,758,225+15.3%$603/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41129921 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2026 | Pending sale | $1,525,000$523/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41129921 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,525,000-17.8%$523/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41129921 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2023 | Sold | $1,855,000+24.5%$636/sqft |
Source: Red Oak Realty Solds #41018642_94705 Report a problem | ||
| 2/14/2023 | Pending sale | $1,490,000$511/sqft |
Source:  CRMLS #41018642 Report a problem | ||
| 2/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,490,000-19.5%$511/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41018642 Report a problem | ||
| 12/26/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41011988 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2022 | Price change | $1,850,000-1.6%$634/sqft |
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| 11/18/2022 | Price change | $1,880,000+10.9%$644/sqft |
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| 10/19/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+23.7%$581/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41011988 Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2019 | Sold | $1,370,000-2.1%$470/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40852449 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2019 | Pending sale | $1,399,000$480/sqft |
Source: COMPASS #40852449 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2019 | Price change | $1,399,000-6.7%$480/sqft |
Source: COMPASS #40852449 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000-2.6%$514/sqft |
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| 12/15/2018 | Listing removed | $1,539,000$528/sqft |
Source: RED OAK REALTY #40842956 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2018 | Listed for sale | $1,539,000$528/sqft |
Source: Red Oak Realty #40842956 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,929,941 +2% |
| 2024 | $25,688 +16.6% | $1,892,100 +28.8% |
| 2023 | $22,029 +2.1% | $1,468,900 +2% |
| 2022 | $21,568 +3.6% | $1,440,102 +2% |
| 2021 | $20,818 +1.1% | $1,411,867 +1% |
| 2020 | $20,600 +80.6% | $1,397,400 +84.2% |
| 2019 | $11,409 +6% | $758,645 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,764 | $743,773 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,764 +3% | $729,191 +2% |
| 2016 | $10,447 +0.5% | $714,894 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $10,398 -1.7% | $704,158 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,579 | $690,367 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $687,248 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $673,775 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $660,564 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $655,628 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $657,187 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $644,303 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $631,671 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $619,288 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $607,148 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $595,244 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $584,338 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $572,880 +2% |
| 2001 | $7,636 | $561,651 |
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Neighborhood: Claremont
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