1215 Alvarado Road

Sold 3/16/26
Sold 3/16/26
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Last Sold Price
$1,600,000
5 beds3,943 sqft$406/sqft
1215 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705

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...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.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/16/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Keith Brown • DRE #01441505 • Keller Williams Realty

Property Details for 1215 Alvarado Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
41111828
Days on Compass
61
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Detached
Year Built
2002
Lot Size
0.19 AC / 8,319 SF
County
Alameda County
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CLAREMONT HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached, Guest, Parking Area
View
Bay, Canyon, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty, Keith Brown, DRE #01441505

Sold By Keller Williams Realty, Charanjit Singh, DRE #01973678

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Building Information for 1215 Alvarado Road

Stories-Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,319 SF

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Property Information for 1215 Alvarado Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • FIREPLACES: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Stone (Marble, Slate etc., Carpet
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, In-Law Unit, Storage, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom, Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Quarters, Storage, GameRoom, Possible Guest
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Fire Alarm, Fire Sprinkler System, Garage Door Opener, Intercom, Security Alarm - Owned, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Window Coverings
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Double Pane Windows, Wood Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Lower: 5 Bedrooms, 4 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Lot Description: Sloped Down
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 8319
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8319.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3943
  • Stories: Three or More Stories
  • Street Level: 0.5 Bath, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Deck(s), Front Yard, Patio, Side Yard, Terraced Down
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Acres: 0.19
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Claremont ave to Alvarado
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 48H-7654-16
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1215 Alvarado Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 16, 2026

Sold

CRMLS #41111828

$1,600,000—
Mar 16, 2026

Sold

EBRD #41111828

$1,600,000—
Mar 16, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41111828

$1,600,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/16/2026

Sold

CRMLS #41111828

$1,600,000
03/16/2026

Sold

EBRD #41111828

$1,600,000
03/16/2026

Sold

MLSListings #CC41111828

$1,600,000

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

Public Records for 1215 Alvarado Road

Taxable ValueLand$30,134Additions-Total$30,134
Tax Record2025$1,187 ($99 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size1,340 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountyALAMEDAAPN48H-7654-17-1

Schools near 1215 Alvarado Road

This home is within Oakland Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Thornhill Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Chabot Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Claremont Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Oakland Technical High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Thornhill Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chabot Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Claremont Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oakland Technical High School
Public9 to 12

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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$1,600,000
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3,943
8,319
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3
2.5
2,133
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