Designed in the 1957 by noted architect John Hans Otswalt, this spectacular property sits on a large lot in Berkeley's Claremont Hills. Meticulously rebuilt in 1995 using Otswalt's original plans, this International Style mid-century home is a beautiful melding of nature and design, utilizing warm wood tones and walls of windows to bring the outdoors inside. Thoughtfully landscaped for privacy, this house has seamless indoor/outdoor flow and takes advantage of the gorgeous bridge and Bay views. The great room features inviting views of the Golden Gate and Mount Tamalpais. An open floor plan follows a unique "boomerang" footprint, utilizing the best aspects of this exceptional site. This home has 3 bedrooms including a master suite, an office and 3 full baths. The adjacent lot at 0 Siler is also available for sale. If you've ever dreamed of owning a historic example of one of the East Bay's most noted architects, this is the chance of a lifetime. FEATURES INCLUDE -Bridge and Bay views -Level-in entrance -Multiple outdoor spaces -3 bedrooms plus an office -3 full baths -Vaulted ceilings of warm wood, skylights and exposed beams -Master suite with 2 closets -Wraparound decks and serene patio -1+-car garage with interior access -Adjacent lot is also available for purchase
Off market
Zestimate®
$2,138,800
975 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
3beds
2,329sqft
SingleFamily
Built in 1998
10,062 Square Feet Lot
$2,138,800 Zestimate®
$918/sqft
$5,345 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Appliances
- Laundry: In Laundry Room, 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,329 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Garage - Attached
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Territorial
Lot
- Size: 10,062 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 48H765626
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- wood frame
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Year built: 1998
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Other
Other facts
- Class: RESIDENTIAL
- State: CA
- BATH-MASTER INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Solid Surface, Tile
- BATH NON-MSTR INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub
- CONSTRUCTION STATUS: Existing
- COOLING: Central 1 Zone A/C
- FLOORING: Wall to Wall Carpeting, Hardwood Floors, Tile
- GARAGE/PARKING: Attached Garage, Int Access From Garage, Garage Parking, Enclosed Garage
- HEATING: Forced Air 1 Zone
- KITCHEN FEATURES: Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Double Oven, Refrigerator, Ice Maker Hookup, Counter - Stone, Oven Built-in
- LAUNDRY: In Laundry Room, 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer
- WATER/SEWER: Sewer System - Public
- YARD DESCRIPTION: Deck(s), Patio, Sprinklers Automatic, Front Yard, Side Yard
- Garage (Y/N): Yes
- Stories: Two Story
- EQUIPMENT ADDITIONAL: Garage Door Opener, Water Heater Gas, Washer, Dryer
- EXTERIOR: Wood Siding
- ROOF: Other
- LEVEL - STREET: Main Entry, 2 Baths, Master Bedrm Suite - 1, 2 Bedrooms
- ROOM - ADDITIONAL: Office, Utility Room, Storage
- VIEWS: Hills, Bay, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge
- County: Alameda
- City: BERKELEY
- STYLE: Custom
- LOT DESCRIPTION: Secluded, Down Slope
- LEVEL - LOWER: 1 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Basement, Laundry Facility
- Board ID: BERKELEY
- Status: Pending Show for Backups
- Source: Measured
- FIREPLACES: 1
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Estimated market value
$2,138,800