1278 Campus Dr

Berkeley, CA 94708

$1,916,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,310 Sq. Ft.
$829 / Sq. Ft.
2,310
Sq. Ft.
$829
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 5/17/19
Sold 5/17/19

Description

Enjoy the perfectly framed view of San Francisco from this special private sanctuary. Nestled above scenic La Loma Park and built in 1955, this mid century masterpiece was thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Gerald McCue. This classic piece of Berkeley history sits on a double lot and is all on one level with clean mid century lines and seamless indoor - outdoor flow. Main house has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathroom with magnificent views from every room. Kitchen looks out to beautiful garden patio...Enjoy the perfectly framed view of San Francisco from this special private sanctuary. Nestled above scenic La Loma Park and built in 1955, this mid century masterpiece was thoughtfully designed by renowned architect Gerald McCue. This classic piece of Berkeley history sits on a double lot and is all on one level with clean mid century lines and seamless indoor - outdoor flow. Main house has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathroom with magnificent views from every room. Kitchen looks out to beautiful garden patio and eating area. Separate studio/office with kitchenette and full bath, below two car garage. Property opens to La Loma Park. Extremely special setting. Convenient location: 5 minute drive to North Berkeley shops, just 1.3 miles. Close to U. C. Berkeley Campus 1.5 miles but feels a world away! Several magical parks, special views and paths to enjoy close by.
  1. Listed by LEIF JENSSEN • DRE #01182699 • RED OAK REALTY

Property Details for 1278 Campus Drive

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Garage Parking, Off Street Parking, Enclosed Garage
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
LISTING CLOSED: 05/17/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1278 Campus Drive

StatusSold
MLS #40861473
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,656 SF
CountyAlameda County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of RED OAK REALTY, LEIF JENSSEN, DRE #01182699

Sold By RED OAK REALTY, LESLIE BANDY, DRE #01990425

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Building Information for 1278 Campus Drive

Stories1Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,656 SF

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Property Information for 1278 Campus Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer
  • Pool Type: Fiberglass, Hot Tub
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Partial, Laundry Room, Au Pair, Guest House, In-Law Unit
  • Primary Bath Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Au Pair, Guest House, In-Law Quarters
  • Bath Non Primary Include: Stall Shower, Tile
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Heater Gas
  • Builder/Architect: Gerald McCue
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Partial Basement
  • Level - Upper: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Down Slope, Premium Lot, Secluded
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 12656
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12656.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2310
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Acres: 0.29
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504
  • Directions to Property: Cedar st, La Loma ave, Glendalele ave to Campus dr
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: OAKLAND BERKELEY
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6504

Property History for 1278 Campus Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 17, 2019

Sold

EBRD #40861473

$1,916,000—
May 17, 2019

Sold

MLSListings #EB40861473

$1,916,000—
May 10, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644924630

$1,916,000

+5.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/17/2019

Sold

EBRD #40861473

$1,916,000
05/17/2019

Sold

MLSListings #EB40861473

$1,916,000
05/10/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #644924630

$1,916,000

+5.5% / yr

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

Public Records for 1278 Campus Drive

Taxable ValueLand$669,300Additions$1,467,998Total$2,137,298
Tax Record2025$31,555 ($2,630 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,940 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,940 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,656 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyALAMEDAAPN60-2469-38-1

Schools near 1278 Campus Drive

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

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford 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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