971 Santa Barbara Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707 - Photo 1

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$1,900,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
5 Beds
3 Full Baths
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Discover timeless elegance in this Grand Craftsman home nestled in the desirable North Berkeley Hills, offering magnificent San Francisco Bay views. Built in 1925 by renowned builder Charles Clinton Gifford for his family, this century-old residence showcases exquisite architectural details throughout. Spanning 2,454 square feet, this meticulously maintained and recently renovated home features 5+ bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a main-level bedroom and bath, plus a bonus 234-square-foot California sleeping porch. Expansive windows fill spacious rooms with natural light, highlighting rich hardwood and redwood flooring. Elegant redwood paneling and built-ins in the living and dining rooms add warmth and charm. A brick fireplace anchors the living room, creating a cozy focal point for gatherings. The kitchen blends classic style with modern updates, featuring MSI quartz countertops and all new appliances. Upstairs, a side porch invites you to enjoy fresh air and Bay views. With ample parking, a detached garage, and a charming private backyard, this home sits just above Spruce Street, with easy access to transportation. Acquired from the Gifford family by the current owner in 1965, this is the first time this Berkeley historic home is offered for sale. Welcome Home!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 971 Santa Barbara Rd

General

Sold For: $1,900,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41110997
Added to Site: 154 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Au Pair, Office, Counter - Solid Surface
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Appliances: Gas Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

Kitchen: 220-Volt Outlet, Solid Surface Counter, Gas Range/Cooktop
Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard

Parking

Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: Berkeley Hills
Driving Directions: Spruce/E/Santa Barbara

School Information

School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
Elem School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Water/Sewer Meter on Site

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Craftsman, Prairie
Model: Prairie/Craftsman
Exterior Const.: Siding - Stucco
Roof: Composition Shingles
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 2,454 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1925

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Dimensions: 5227.2
Lot Features: Level

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $772

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 63297338

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Schools

Schools serving 971 Santa Barbara Rd

School District:Berkeley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708	K-5	0.2 mi
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709	K-5	1 mi
Washington Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	K-5	1.8 mi
Martin Luther King Middle School 1781 Rose Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	6-8	0.9 mi
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	9-12	1.6 mi
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702	K-5	2 mi
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	K-5	2.7 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 971 Santa Barbara Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

12/23/2025

Sold

$1,900,000

0.26%

MLS

9/10/2025

Listed

$1,895,000

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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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Commercial Investment
Active
Updated 1 day ago

0.2
Acres

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Active
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Acres

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Active
Updated 4 days ago

1
Bed
1
Total Bath
768
Sq. Ft.

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$1,650,000

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Closed

4
Beds
2
Total Baths

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Closed

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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Closed

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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971 Santa Barbara Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707 (MLS# 41110997) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,900,000 on December 23, 2025. This property was listed by Marc Guay from our Berkeley Office.Want to learn more about 971 Santa Barbara 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.

971 Santa Barbara Rd Berkeley, CA 94707