641 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA – Historic View Home Near Elmwood & UC Berkeley Rare opportunity to own a historic Berkeley home in a prime location just moments from the Elmwood District, College Avenue, UC Berkeley, and above the Claremont Resort & Club. Believed to be the first home built on this stretch of Alvarado Road in 1912, this extensively updated residence blends timeless character with modern upgrades, including updated windows, doors, roof, kitchen, and baths. The main home offers 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms across two levels, featuring a grand living room with a large picture window showcasing sweeping Bay views, a formal dining room, and a flexible sitting area. The lower-level in-law unit includes 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, private living room, and efficiency kitchen—ideal for guests, extended family, or income potential. Set on an expansive 11,000+ sq ft lot with unique private tram access. Additional features include a two-car carport and convenient access to transportation and commuting options. A truly special Berkeley property offering historic charm, modern updates, and exceptional views in a sought-after location.
For sale
$2,495,000
641 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
5beds
2,467sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
0.27 Acres Lot
$2,157,900 Zestimate®
$1,011/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Exceptional viewsFlexible sitting areaUnique private tram accessUpdated windowsFormal dining roomTwo-car carport
- 57 days |
- 2,278 |
- 111 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Debbi DiMaggio Betta DRE #01047447 510-414-6777,
Corcoran Icon Properties,
Adam R. Betta DRE #00979841 510-414-1250,
Corcoran Icon Properties
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41125455
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- In-Law Floorplan, Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,467
- Total interior livable area: 2,467 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Front
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Features: Sloped Down, Premium Lot, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Parcel number: 48H766383
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Shingles
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,011/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,232,300
- Date on market: 2/27/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$2,157,900
$1.90M - $2.44M
$6,044/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+160.7%$1,011/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41125455 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/12/2021 | Price change | $1,975-19.4%$1/sqft |
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| 4/1/2021 | Listed for rent | $2,450$1/sqft |
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| 6/5/2009 | Sold | $957,000-16.8%$388/sqft |
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| 11/4/2008 | Listing removed | $1,150,000$466/sqft |
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| 10/23/2008 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000$466/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,232,300 +2% |
| 2024 | $17,462 -5.1% | $1,208,144 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,409 +1.7% | $1,184,458 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,093 +3% | $1,161,242 +2% |
| 2021 | $17,572 +1.1% | $1,138,475 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,376 +3.2% | $1,126,810 +2% |
| 2019 | $16,839 +5.9% | $1,104,721 +2% |
| 2018 | $15,894 | $1,083,064 +2% |
| 2017 | $15,894 +2.7% | $1,061,828 +2% |
| 2016 | $15,482 -0.1% | $1,041,014 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $15,491 | $1,025,387 +2% |
| 2014 | $15,491 | $1,005,308 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $1,000,772 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $981,154 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $961,918 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $954,731 +921.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $93,484 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $91,651 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $89,854 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $88,092 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $86,365 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $84,673 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $83,122 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $81,492 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,607 | $79,893 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$14,900/mo
Principal & interest
$12363
Property taxes
$2537
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Neighborhood: Claremont
Nearby schools
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- 9/10Chabot Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Claremont Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Oakland Technical High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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