140 Bret Harte Rd

Berkeley, CA 94708

$1,023,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
970 Sq. Ft.
$1,055 / Sq. Ft.
970
Sq. Ft.
$1,055
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/29/24
Closed 5/29/24
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Description

Rare 1930s Berkeley Hills Craftsman Retreat on a lush 7,000+ Sq Ft Oasis with incredible landscaping and stunning two-bridge views! This Fredrick Reimers designed home, greets visitors with a Grand Gated Entrance and private garage that leads up to a large and level brick patio/BBQ area ready for greeting guests, entertaining & play. Once inside, this Craftsman stunner boasts a Great Room finished in warm Clear Heart Redwood, open-beamed ceilings, a hardy stone FP and big windows w/direct views to...Rare 1930s Berkeley Hills Craftsman Retreat on a lush 7,000+ Sq Ft Oasis with incredible landscaping and stunning two-bridge views! This Fredrick Reimers designed home, greets visitors with a Grand Gated Entrance and private garage that leads up to a large and level brick patio/BBQ area ready for greeting guests, entertaining & play. Once inside, this Craftsman stunner boasts a Great Room finished in warm Clear Heart Redwood, open-beamed ceilings, a hardy stone FP and big windows w/direct views to the Bay & beyond! A galley kitchen, which includes a private View Deck nearby, makes this home an entertainer's dream. Tucked quietly in the home's North wing are 2 ample BDs including a Primary with its own View Deck that includes a hot tub and room to relax, unwind and take in the views. A full BA w/shower over tub is conveniently located near both BDs. A bonus room w/laundry on the home's ground floor, perfect for a home office, gym or hobbies, and a recent metal roof for added fire resistance, completes the home's comprehensive build features. The home is nestled on a 7,000+ Sq Ft verdant lot w/stunning landscaping, multiple terraced patios, handmade stone seating & myriad retreat areas perfect for meditation & reflection. Excellent location in a serene setting, yet close to all!
  1. Listed by Andrew de Vries • DRE #01368031 • Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan
    P: (415)-664-9400 andrew@probateagent.com

Property Details for 140 Bret Harte Road

Directions to Property
Take Cragmont to Bret Harte
Parking Features
Detached, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
Architectural Style
Craftsman
View Description
Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge
Cross Street
Cragmont
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING CLOSED: 05/29/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 140 Bret Harte Road

StatusClosed
MLS #424025311
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,183 SF
CountyAlameda County
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Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan, Andrew de Vries, DRE #01368031

Sold By The GRUBB Company, Patrick J MacCartee, DRE #02142693

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Building Information for 140 Bret Harte Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,183 SF

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Property Information for 140 Bret Harte Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Coordinates: -122.2597835, 37.8898196
  • Latitude: 37.8898196
  • Longitude: -122.2597835
  • Area/District: Berkeley Map Area 1
  • Location Description: Berkeley Map Area 1
Taxes and HOA
  • APN: 0632985004
  • Association: No
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Tax Tract: 0.00
School Information
  • Elementary School District: Alameda
  • Middle or Junior School District: Alameda
  • Senior High School District: Alameda
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Detached, Tandem, On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport: No
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
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Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Features: Garden, Greenbelt, Landscaped, Landscape Front, Private, Secluded
  • Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Building Area Total: 970.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area: 7183.044
  • Property Attached: No
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
Property and Assessments
  • Elevation: 0
  • Current Use: Residential
  • Videos Change Timestamp: 05-29-2024 08:15:05 PM
Farm Information
  • Irrigation Water Rights: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Elevation Units: Feet
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Fencing: Gated, Gate
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 0
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Fire Pit, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
  • Roof: Metal
  • Senior Community: No
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry, Beamed Ceilings, Storage
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Appliances: In Basement, Inside Room, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bath Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Primary Bathroom Features: Outside Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • # of Rooms: 4
  • Room Type: Bathroom, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Storage
  • Basement: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Features: Outside Access
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Great Room, Beamed Ceilings, Skylight(s), View
  • Room Living Room Level: Main
Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Synthetic Counter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Agent
Sale and Listing
  • Standard Status: Closed
Rental
Rent Information
  • Existing Lease Type: Net
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No
  • Leasable Area Units: Square Feet
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No

Property History for 140 Bret Harte Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 29, 2024

Sold

RESFAR #424025311

$1,023,000—
May 28, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537257961

$1,023,000—
May 2, 2024

Pending

RESFAR #424025311

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/29/2024

Sold

RESFAR #424025311

$1,023,000
05/28/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1537257961

$1,023,000
05/02/2024

Pending

RESFAR #424025311

—

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Public Records for 140 Bret Harte Road

Taxable ValueLand$313,038Additions$730,422Total$1,043,460
Tax Record2025$15,550 ($1,296 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt970 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt970 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,182 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2985-4

Schools near 140 Bret Harte Road

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

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