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$1,480,000
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3 beds1,320 sqft

1488 Summit Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.11 acresLot Size
1958Year Built
$1,121/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

A distinctive Berkeley Hills retreat blending mid-century character, sweeping San Francisco Bay views, and modern convenience. Behind a welcoming garden gate draped in mature grapevines, this inviting single-level home offers warmth, privacy, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Hardwood floors, wood-beamed ceilings, expansive windows, and a striking fireplace lend timeless architectural appeal to the light-filled living and dining spaces. Three bedrooms include a primary suite with a renovated...A distinctive Berkeley Hills retreat blending mid-century character, sweeping San Francisco Bay views, and modern convenience. Behind a welcoming garden gate draped in mature grapevines, this inviting single-level home offers warmth, privacy, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Hardwood floors, wood-beamed ceilings, expansive windows, and a striking fireplace lend timeless architectural appeal to the light-filled living and dining spaces. Three bedrooms include a primary suite with a renovated bath, complemented by a second full bathroom and a convenient powder room. Two bedrooms open onto a generous balcony with captivating San Francisco views, while a separate office offers flexibility for working from home or creative pursuits. Established gardens provide a tranquil backdrop for morning coffee, outdoor entertaining, and spectacular sunset views across the Bay. Solar power and EV charging add modern, energy-conscious convenience, while a level-in entry, one-car garage and a storage room enhance everyday ease. A rare opportunity to experience the best of Berkeley Hills living, where timeless design, captivating Bay views, and modern comforts come together in a home that feels both effortlessly sophisticated and distinctly Californian. Home Energy Score of 2.
17 days on Market
  • Listed by: Disen Cai RE Group DRE #70010134 Brokerage DRE #01906450 • KW Advisors 650-622-2156
Last updated: 11/02/2026 03:28 AM • Source: MLSListings, MLS#: ML82064850
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Property Information for 1488 Summit Road

Property Details

  • MLS Type: Single-Family Homes / Detached
  • MLS City Name: BERKELEY
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • View: Bay, City Lights
  • Cross Street: Grizzly Peak Blv

Building Information

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 4,630 SF

Features

Room Information
  • Additional Rooms: Office Area, Storage
  • Bathroom: Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+, Updated Bath
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Kitchen: Dishwasher, Freezer, Hood Over Range, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: Skylight
  • Energy Features: Solar Power
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces: Living Room
  • Laundry: In Garage, Washer / Dryer
  • Living SqFt: 1320
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage, On Street
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1

Property Details

Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Berkeley Map Area 1
  • Roof: Other
  • Stories: One Story
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 1488
  • Street Name: Summit
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 2301

Lot / Property Details

Building Information
  • Number Of Stories: 1
  • Structure SqFt: 1320
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 68
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R-1-H
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 060-2493-039
  • County Name: Alameda
  • City Name: BERKELEY
  • City Postal ID: 123
  • Postal Code: 94708
  • Elementary School District: 1034
  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor

Property History for 1488 Summit Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2026

Price Change

EBRD #ML82064850

$1,480,000
—
Oct 30, 2026

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82064850

$1,480,000
—
Oct 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82064850

$999,999
—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2026

Price Change

EBRD #ML82064850

$1,480,000
10/30/2026

Price Change

MLSListings #ML82064850

$1,480,000
10/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82064850

$999,999

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

Public Records for 1488 Summit Road

Taxable Value

Land

$397,800

Additions

$928,200
Total$1,326,000

Tax Record

2025

$22,355 ($1,863 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

3

Baths

1.5

Total Finished SqFt

1,320 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,320 SqFt

Stories

1

Lot Size

4,630 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1958

Year Renovated

1959

Zoning

R1H

County

ALAMEDA

APN

60-2493-39

Schools near 1488 Summit Road

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

Cragmont Elementary 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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1488 Summit Road is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94708. This property was listed for sale on October 16, 2026 by KW Advisors, it's currently listed at $1,480,000. It has been on the market for a total of 17 days and was last sold on November 17, 2021. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School, Cragmont Elementary School and Washington Elementary School. 1488 Summit Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,320 sqft single family home built in 1958.

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