179 Forest Lane

Sold 4/20/21
Sold 4/20/21
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$3,250,000
4 beds4,300 sqft$756/sqft
179 Forest Ln, Berkeley, CA 94708
Single FamilyProperty Type
8,680 sq ftLot Size
1948Year Built
$756/sq ftPrice per sq ft
4 carsParking Spaces

Description

An architectural masterpiece! This midcentury modern home, designed by renowned architect Stanley Saitowitz, showcases panoramic views of the Bay, San Francisco & the Golden Gate Bridge. Offering over 4,400 sq. ft, 4 bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms, the residence is flooded with natural light and features floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, marble floors accompanied by stunning custom details throughout. The impressive master bedroom suite features a balcony with exquisite Bay views. Situated on...An architectural masterpiece! This midcentury modern home, designed by renowned architect Stanley Saitowitz, showcases panoramic views of the Bay, San Francisco & the Golden Gate Bridge. Offering over 4,400 sq. ft, 4 bedrooms, and 4.5 bathrooms, the residence is flooded with natural light and features floor-to-ceiling windows, high ceilings, marble floors accompanied by stunning custom details throughout. The impressive master bedroom suite features a balcony with exquisite Bay views. Situated on approximately .2 acres, the property offers a private courtyard space and backyard suited for entertainment. Nestled discreetly in the North Berkeley Hills, 179 Forest Lane is truly one-of-a-kind.

Listing Agent

  1. Mania Manavi

    Mania Manavi

    Alternative Listing Agent

    OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER

    DRE #00905399

    P: (650) 690-6116

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Listing closed: 04/20/2021 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40930011

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$3,065,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

129.5%

Berkeley, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER, Mania Manavi, DRE #00905399; Black Book International, Inc, Douglas Manful, DRE #01396726

Sold By Bay East AOR, NON MEMBER OUT OF AREA, DRE #01191609

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Property Information for 179 Forest Lane

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Alameda County
  • Buyer's Agent Compensation: 2.5%
  • City: BERKELEY
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: GRIZZLY PEAK
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Garage/Parking: Attached Garage
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, Bridges, City, Ocean
  • Total # Parking Spaces: 4
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Lot Size: 0.20 AC / 8,680 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: 1.0
  • Flooring: Stone (Marble, Slate etc.
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: In Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Atrium, Other
  • Primary Bath Features: Stall Shower, Double Sinks, Stone
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: Atrium, Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Study, Other, Living Room
  • Bath Non Primary Include: Stall Shower, Closet, Stone
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Central 2 Or 2+ Zones A/C
  • Heating: Central
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
  • HOA Dues: $.00
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Garage Door Opener, Window Coverings
  • Builder/Architect: S. Saitowitz
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco & Stone
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Master Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Lot Description: Level, Premium Lot, Regular, Private
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 8680
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 8680.0
  • Property ID: 374030
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Sq Ft Apx: 4300
  • Stories: 2.0
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Baths, Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Garden/Play, Patio, Side Yard, Landscape Misc, Private
  • Year Built: 1948
  • Acres: 0.2
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Grizzly Peak to Forest Ln
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Census Tract: 0.00
  • Parcel Number: 63-2964-30-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Multi Family Information
General Details
  • Units Total: 0
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 179 Forest Lane

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 20, 2021

Sold

RESFAR #510196

$3,250,000—
Apr 16, 2021

Sold

CRMLS #40930011

$3,250,000—
Apr 16, 2021

Sold

MLSListings #CC40930011

$3,250,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/20/2021

Sold

RESFAR #510196

$3,250,000
04/16/2021

Sold

CRMLS #40930011

$3,250,000
04/16/2021

Sold

MLSListings #CC40930011

$3,250,000

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

Public Records for 179 Forest Lane

Taxable ValueLand$493,348Additions$1,086,100Total$1,579,448
Tax Record2025$33,067 ($2,756 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,300 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,300 SqFtStories2Lot Size8,680 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1985CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2964-30-1

Schools near 179 Forest Lane

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: 179 Forest Lane, Berkeley, CA 94708
$3,250,000
4
4,300
8,680
171 Forest Lane, Berkeley, CA 94708
–
3
2
2,204
7,350
930 Grizzly Peak Boulevard, Berkeley, CA 94708
–
3
1
1,678
4,750
934 Grizzly Peak Boulevard, Berkeley, CA 94708
$1,475,000
4
2,425
3,520
161 Forest Lane, Berkeley, CA 94708
$901,000
3
1,729
5,200
920 Grizzly Peak Boulevard, Berkeley, CA 94708
$2,350,000
5
3,310
13,768

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