1215 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705 - Photo 1

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$1,600,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
4 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2 Car Garage
Updated 2 days ago

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Property Description

Perched high in the prestigious Berkeley Hills, this 5-bed, 4-bath masterpiece is a striking blend of elegance, strength, & modern luxury. Built in 2001 it rests on a steel-reinforced concrete foundation anchored deep into bedrock. Its double-wall construction enhances fire resistance, insulation, & energy efficiency-delivering not only sophistication, but also lasting peace of mind. Inside, dramatic ceilings & sunlit living spaces showcase Bay views through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows. Designed for both grand entertaining & everyday comfort, the thoughtful layout features a versatile den, a formal dining room, & a chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, premium stainless-steel appliances, & an oversized island that naturally draws people together. The lower level reveals a tranquil primary suite, complete with a private balcony, spa-inspired bath, & a generous walk-in closet. Additional highlights include gleaming hardwood floors, a two-car garage with 4 additional parking spaces, & a flexible bonus perfect for a home office, gym, or media retreat. All this, just minutes from Berkeley's celebrated dining, shopping, & outdoor escapes. Here, hillside serenity meets city convenience-offering a truly rare opportunity to own one of the Bay Area's most remarkable homes.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 1215 Alvarado Rd

General

Sold For: $1,600,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41111828
Added to Site: 183 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 11
Interior Features: Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Storage, Breakfast Nook
Number of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 5
Full Bathrooms: 4
Partial Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator
Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets

Additional Information

Equipment: Intercom

Exterior

Exterior Features: Front Yard, Side Yard, Terraced Down

Parking

Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Guest, Parking Lot, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: Claremont Hills
Driving Directions: Claremont ave to Alvarado

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Zoned, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Contemporary
Exterior Const.: Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
Roof: Composition Shingles
Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
Stories/Levels: Three or More Stories
Living Area: 3,943 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2002

Lot Features

Property View: Bay, Canyon, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
Lot Dimensions: 8319
Lot Features: Sloped Down

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $406

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 48H765416

Listed by Keller Williams Realty, Keith Brown
Sold by Keller Williams Realty, Charanjit Singh

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Schools

Schools serving 1215 Alvarado Rd

School District:Oakland Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Chabot Elementary School, Oakland, CA 6686 Chabot Road, Oakland, CA 94618	K-5	1 mi
Thornhill Elementary School 5880 Thornhill Drive, Oakland, CA 94611	K-5	2.2 mi
Claremont Middle School 5750 College Avenue, Oakland, CA 94618	6-8	1.6 mi
Oakland Technical High School 4351 BRd.way, Oakland, CA 94611	9-12	2.4 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1215 Alvarado Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/16/2026

Sold

$1,600,000

—

MLS

10/15/2025

Price Reduced

$1,600,000

-5.83%

MLS

9/17/2025

Listed

$1,699,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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