1091 Creston Road

Sold 10/9/25Virtual Tour
Sold 10/9/25Virtual Tour
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Last Sold Price
$2,300,000
4 beds2,056 sqft$1,119/sqft
1091 Creston Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708

Description

Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee’s philosophy,...Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee’s philosophy, the home features clean lines, floor-to-ceiling glass, warm wood tones, and thoughtful built-ins that blur the line between indoors and out. While the architectural integrity remains intact, the kitchen has been tastefully modernized to meet today’s standards. Reimagined with sleek built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances and an induction cooktop, it blends seamlessly into the home’s aesthetic while offering modern functionality. Set on over one-third of an acre, the property provides privacy, serenity, and the potential for an ADU. This is more than a home, it’s a livable work of art and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Berkeley treasure.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/09/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Mark Fleckles • DRE #01343751 • Bay Area Modern Real Estate
  2. Listed by Ary Assadi • DRE #01912843 • Bay Area Modern Real Estate

Property Details for 1091 Creston Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
41111762
Days on Compass
2
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
RESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built
1956
Lot Size
0.37 AC / 15,960 SF
County
Alameda County
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CRAGMONT
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Mountain(s), Panoramic, San Francisco, Bridge(s), Mt Tamalpais

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,000,000

Avg days on market

14

Sale-to-list ratio

147.2%

Berkeley, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Bay Area Modern Real Estate, Mark Fleckles, DRE #01343751; Bay Area Modern Real Estate, Ary Assadi, DRE #01912843

Sold By Compass, Amanda Brunato, DRE #02021495

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Building Information for 1091 Creston Road

Stories2Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.37 AC / 15,960 SF

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1091 Creston Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Other
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Laundry Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Other, Utility Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen, Other
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Office, Utility Room, Other, Kitchen, Laundry, LivingRoom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Filter System, Other
  • Builder/Architect: Roger Lee
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding, Other
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Other
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot, Other, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 15960
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15960.0
  • Model: Mid Century Modern
  • Roof: Rolled Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2056
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Patio, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscaped, Low Maintenance, Partial Fence
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Acres: 0.37
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak to Creston Rd
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-3140-112
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1091 Creston Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41111762

$2,300,000—
Oct 9, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41111762

$2,300,000—
Sep 26, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917018730

$2,300,000

+1169.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2025

Sold

EBRD #41111762

$2,300,000
10/09/2025

Sold

MLSListings #EB41111762

$2,300,000
09/26/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1917018730

$2,300,000

+1169.6% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1091 Creston Road

Taxable ValueLand$690,000Additions$1,610,000Total$2,300,000
Tax Record2025$14,248 ($1,187 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,746 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,746 SqFtStories1Lot Size15,960 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956Year Renovated1966CountyALAMEDAAPN63-3140-112

Schools near 1091 Creston Road

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Oxford Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public - K to 5
Washington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Cragmont Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1091 Creston Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,300,000
4
2,056
15,960
1032 Overlook Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,700,000
3
1,819
7,766
1081 Creston Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,130,000
3
1,440
5,500
1040 Overlook Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$3,600,000
4
3,049
6,900
1094 Creston Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,120,000
4
2.5
2,059
4,914
1097 Creston Road, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,600,000
5
4,028
27,209

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