A Front-Row Seat to the Bay: The Quintessential Berkeley Hills View Home Perched in the very heart of the Berkeley Hills, 155 Avenida Drive is a masterclass in hillside living. This isn’t just a residence; it’s a vantage point. Designed to celebrate its central, sought-after location, the home serves as a sophisticated gallery for the panoramic vistas that define Northern California. From the golden hues of sunset to the sparkling lights across the water, the ever-changing skyline is the backdrop to daily life, creating an atmosphere that is both grand and deeply serene. Offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the interiors seamlessly extend the landscape, with light dancing across gleaming hardwood floors that run throughout the home. The main level is designed for both productivity and connection, featuring a room that could serve as an office for quiet focus. The gorgeous living room with fireplace is the heart of the home and flows effortlessly to an expansive view deck, accessible from both the living and dining rooms. The living and dining rooms, with their exquisite wood walls, reflect its 1940 build date, and the house has been meticulously cared for, so period details abound while still meeting modern buyers' needs. The sliding glass doors make it easy to transition from an elegant dinner to an evening under the stars. Upstairs, the nice-sized bedrooms offer restful retreats, each positioned to capture the unique character of the hills. The home's versatility is further enhanced by an expansive downstairs living space. Complete with its own separate entrance, a convenient kitchenette, and a full bathroom, this level offers incredible flexibility for a variety of uses (please note, it is not permitted as a separate legal unit). It is a rare opportunity to own a piece of the Berkeley Hills that feels both tucked away and perfectly positioned at the center of it all. Home Energy Score: 3
For sale
$1,499,000
155 Avenida Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708
4beds
3,267sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$2,098,500 Zestimate®
$459/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 4 days
- 673
- 53
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andrea Gordon DRE #01233563 510-421-6818,
Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41148416
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Gravity
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,267
- Total interior livable area: 3,267 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Tri-Level
- Stories: 3
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Down, Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 60248729
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingles
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $459/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $222,529
- Date on market: 10/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,098,500
$1.80M - $2.41M
$8,525/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,499,000$459/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $222,529 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,224 +20.1% | $218,166 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,512 +3.5% | $213,888 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,225 +4.1% | $209,695 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,902 +0.7% | $205,583 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,847 +9.5% | $201,553 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,163 +8.7% | $199,486 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,587 +7.1% | $195,575 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,149 | $191,741 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,149 +7.2% | $187,981 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,739 +5.5% | $184,295 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,441 | $181,527 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,441 | $177,971 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $177,168 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $173,694 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $170,289 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $169,017 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $169,418 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $166,097 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $162,840 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $159,648 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $156,519 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $153,453 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $150,642 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $147,688 +2% |
| 2001 | $3,451 | $144,792 |
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