256 The Uplands, Berkeley, CA 94705 - Photo 1

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$3,660,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Architectural legacy meets California tranquility in this AIA-recognized residence by acclaimed architect Donald Olsen. Built in 1967 for his close friends the Ruth Family, this mid-century modern architecture includes a friendly floorplan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, showcasing Olsen's signature integration of geometry, light, and nature. Built on a secluded knoll-lot of approximately 0.38 acres around a magnificent heritage coastal live oak and perched above a serene creek, the home captures the essence of Berkeley's architectural and natural beauty. Thoughtfully preserved and meticulously improved, the property features walls of glass, original hardwood floors, seismic upgrades, landscape renovations by RDG Landscape Architects including a full native-plant and creek restoration, illuminated walkways, and the exterior patio is embossed with San Francisco cobblestones. A custom O2 Treehouse floats among the oaks, adding playfulness to the refined design. Set in the prestigious Claremont neighborhood, this property offers ADU or multi-generational potential and effortless access to the Claremont Club & Spa, Rockridge BART, and freeway access.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 256 The Uplands

General

Sold For: $3,660,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41116364
Added to Site: 77 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office, Storage, Workshop, Breakfast Nook
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Gas Starter, Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Solid Surface, Shower Stall, Tile
Primary Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tile

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Breakfast Nook, Laminate Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Freestanding Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room, Sink

Additional Information

Equipment: Other

Exterior

Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Terraced Up, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Private Entrance, Stream Seasonal

Parking

Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Guest, Parking Lot, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: Claremont
Driving Directions: Tunnel to The Uplands

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Zoned

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
Model: The Ruth House
Exterior Const.: Stucco
Roof: Other
Stories/Levels: Tri-Level
Living Area: 3,516 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1967

Lot Features

Property View: Forest, Trees/Woods
Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
Lot Dimensions: 16552.8
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Secluded, Private
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $825

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 644255332

Listed by Vanguard Properties, Anne Feste
Sold by Compass, Robert Parker

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Schools

Schools serving 256 The Uplands

School District:Berkeley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
John Muir Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2955 Claremont Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705	K-5	0.4 mi
Emerson Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2800 Forest Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705	K-5	0.8 mi
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	K-5	1.9 mi
Willard Middle School 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley, CA 94705	6-8	1.2 mi
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	9-12	2 mi

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

Price & Sales History for 256 The Uplands

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/19/2025

Sold

$3,660,000

26.21%

MLS

10/31/2025

Listed

$2,900,000

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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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256 The Uplands, Berkeley, CA 94705 (MLS# 41116364) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,660,000 on November 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 256 The Uplands? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Berkeley? You can browse all Berkeley real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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