So charming & quaint—you’ll LOVE this fairy tale abode! Extraordinary Storybook home, a 1925 gem by W.R. Yelland (of Normandy Village fame), expanded in 2018 (w/permits) to blend old-world charm w/modern ease. Set in a majestic redwood grove, it features warm wood floors, arched doorways & vintage-inspired details that create a cozy yet elegant space. The modern wing added 2 BRs, 2 BAs, updated systems & more—preserving the home’s design & integrity. Thoughtfully planned w/captivating interiors, woodsy decks, balconies, flexibility, privacy & charm. All BRs have BAs; there’s a detached ‘casita’ shed & a secluded outdoor shower to get back to nature. Lower guest suite has its own entrance, kitchenette & living area—ideal for multi-gen living or other uses. Serene yet convenient—just up the path from Codornices Park & Rose Garden, near UC Berkeley Northside, dining & shops. W/off-street parking & a magical vibe, this is a rare Berkeley treasure!
Sold for $1,599,000 on 05/06/25
$1,599,000
159 Tamalpais Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708
3beds
1,414sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$1,525,200 Zestimate®
$1,131/sqft
$6,318 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,525,200
$1.37M - $1.69M
$6,318/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 07, 2025 at 06:46am
Listed by:
Ana Forest DRE #01234464 510-557-8759,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Katherine Tomassi, DRE #01975281
Sotheby's International Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41093480
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Wall Furnace, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Other
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Other
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Storage
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Cork
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Insert, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,414
- Total interior livable area: 1,414 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Other, Landscape Front
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
Lot
- Size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Sloped Up, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: 6024704
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage,Normandy,Vintage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Raised, Other, Concrete, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Details
- Builder name: W.r. Yellend +
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/6/2025 | Sold | $1,599,000+52.3%$1,131/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41093480 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2025 | Pending sale | $1,050,000$743/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41093480 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,050,000+107.9%$743/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41093480 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2013 | Sold | $505,000+4.1%$357/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40634554 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2013 | Pending sale | $485,000$343/sqft |
Source: Pacific Union #40634554 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $802,763 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,117 +2.1% | $787,026 +2% |
| 2023 | $11,862 +1.1% | $771,597 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cragmont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Willard Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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Estimated market value
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