91 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705 - Photo 1

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$2,150,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath

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Property Description

A Rare Architectural Legacy! Built in 1912 by Walter Ratcliff, this exceptional 3BD/2.5BA residence offers a rare chance to own a beautifully preserved piece of Berkeley's storied past thoughtfully updated for modern living. Set on an 8,820 sf lot, the 2,048 sf home is surrounded by tiered, landscaped gardens with mature trees, vibrant blooms, & multiple seating areas. A motorized gate opens to a brick-paver driveway with space for 5 vehicles. Inside, the grand living room is anchored by striking, meticulously restored leaded glass windows-a hallmark of the home's architectural pedigree-soaring cathedral ceilings, & a plaster-surround fireplace. The formal dining room features original built-ins, garden views, & a second fireplace. A fully remodeled chef's kitchen includes a marble island, custom cabinetry, & premium appliances. Throughout the home: hardwood floors, beamed ceilings, custom stairwell, & finely crafted woodwork. The primary suite offers a sitting area, walk-in closet, & bonus storage. Additional highlights include remodeled baths, Elfa® closets, secret bedroom nook, tankless water heater, laundry, shed, & secured gate. Step into timeless elegance and become the next steward of this iconic Berkeley residence. This is more than a home-it's a piece of history.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 91 Tunnel Rd

General

Sold For: $2,150,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41103929
Added to Site: 223 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 6
Interior Features: Dining Area, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace(s): Dining Room, Living Room, Wood Burning, See Remarks
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Window
Primary Bathroom: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Kitchen: 220-Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Terraced Back

Parking

Parking Features: Parking Lot, No Garage, Private, Uncovered Parking Space

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: Claremont
Driving Directions: Hwy 13 > Tunnel Rd.

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer, Sump Pump
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Tudor
Exterior Const.: Stucco
Roof: Composition Shingles
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 2,048 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1912

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Dimensions: 8820
Lot Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Security Gate

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,074

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 64422616

Listed by Compass, Elena Mendelson
Sold by KW Advisors, Afshin Fahimi

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Schools

Schools serving 91 Tunnel Rd

School District:Berkeley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
John Muir Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2955 Claremont Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705	K-5	0.3 mi
Emerson Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2800 Forest Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94705	K-5	0.6 mi
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	K-5	1.8 mi
Willard Middle School 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley, CA 94705	6-8	1 mi
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	9-12	1.8 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 91 Tunnel Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/27/2025

Sold

$2,150,000

-2.27%

MLS

7/08/2025

Listed

$2,200,000

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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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91 Tunnel Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705 (MLS# 41103929) is a Single Family property that was sold at $2,150,000 on August 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 91 Tunnel Rd? 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.

91 Tunnel Rd Berkeley, CA 94705