Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Berkeley Hills near Tilden Park, this home offers a peaceful retreat with stunning gardens and unparalleled privacy and serenity. Custom built in 1967 by the current owners, the warm and inviting atmosphere features a high vaulted entryway and an open-concept living area with redwood paneled ceilings and custom details. Large windows throughout the home frame stunning views of the gardens and adjacent open space. The thoughtful design creates a perfect balance of shared and private spaces, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a comfortable den, and a large office with built-in desks and bookcases. An expansive outdoor deck connects the main living space with beautifully landscaped gardens, mature fruit trees, stone walkways, seating areas, and a seasonal creek. The spacious 4th bedroom has direct access to the garden and side deck. This house is lovingly maintained, with freshly refinished hardwood floors throughout and a new class A fire rated roof with transferable warranty. This is the perfect sanctuary for those seeking quiet, access to nature, and proximity to UC Berkeley and the vibrant culture of the Bay Area. A must-see! Bonus: PG&E is undergrounding wires for additional fire protection. Street repaving slated for early 2026 per PG&E.
Sold for $1,650,000
$1,650,000
1540 Summit Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708
4beds
3,009sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$1,639,300 Zestimate®
$548/sqft
$7,809 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,639,300
$1.48M - $1.82M
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Mature fruit treesStone walkwaysSeasonal creekLarge windowsBeautifully landscaped gardensRefinished hardwood floorsStunning gardens
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Listed by:
David Otero DRE #01107560 510-908-0852,
Corcoran Icon Properties
Bought with:
Alessandra Imanabadi, DRE #01390368
Nationwide Fine Homes
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41114140
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Utility Room
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Pantry, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer, Laundry Chute, Electric, Upper Level
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,009
- Total interior livable area: 3,009 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Park/Greenbelt, Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Stream Seasonal
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Sloped Down, Secluded, Back Yard, Private, Wooded, Sprinklers In Rear, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 602490452
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Custom
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $548/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $185,349
- Date on market: 10/8/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/7/2025 | Sold | $1,650,000+27.4%$548/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114140 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$430/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114140 Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000$430/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41114140 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $185,349 +2% |
| 2024 | $9,185 +3.4% | $181,715 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,883 +1.6% | $178,152 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,744 +0.8% | $174,660 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,677 +9.6% | $171,235 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,915 +8.9% | $169,480 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,265 +7.3% | $166,157 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,770 | $162,900 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,770 +7.6% | $159,706 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,295 +5.9% | $156,575 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,945 | $154,223 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,945 | $151,202 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $150,520 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $147,568 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $144,675 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $143,594 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $143,936 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $141,114 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $138,347 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $135,634 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $132,976 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $130,372 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $127,983 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $125,474 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,601 | $123,013 |
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Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
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