Last Sold Price
3 beds2,297 sqft$1,023/sqft
254 Hillcrest Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705

Description

Tucked away on a charming cul-de-sac, 254 Hillcrest is a captivating 1913 Tudor blending original details w/ modern updates. Step into a generous entryway w/ coat closet, arched doorways + rich wood molding. The sunken living room is bathed in light thanks to plentiful windows, w/ built-in shelves, a cozy fireplace + mantle. The formal DR features built-ins, a new chandelier, + space to entertain. The adjacent kitchen is a dream: stone counters, marble backsplash, high-end appliances, built-in desk,...Tucked away on a charming cul-de-sac, 254 Hillcrest is a captivating 1913 Tudor blending original details w/ modern updates. Step into a generous entryway w/ coat closet, arched doorways + rich wood molding. The sunken living room is bathed in light thanks to plentiful windows, w/ built-in shelves, a cozy fireplace + mantle. The formal DR features built-ins, a new chandelier, + space to entertain. The adjacent kitchen is a dream: stone counters, marble backsplash, high-end appliances, built-in desk, + charming breakfast nook under a large window. French doors open to the front garden + patio for easy al fresco dining. Upstairs, a spacious bedroom offers sweeping views of Downtown Oakland. A full bath completes the level. Down a graceful, window-lined staircase lie 2 more bedrooms—one w/ walk-in closet, antique-style fireplace, + built-ins. In addition, a versatile bonus room w/ laundry nook, ideal as a family/playroom, enjoying access to patios + yard. A stylish full bath features double vanity, closet + large shower. Finally, a bonus rm makes an ideal office. Outside, enjoy terraced patios for dining + lounging, a flat lawn, mature landscaping + a beautifully finished detach garage-perfect for a home gym/studio. Close to College Ave, Claremont, Rockridge BART, Freeway, + trails!
LISTING CLOSED: 05/05/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Jenny Wang • DRE #01241501 • Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty

Property Details for 254 Hillcrest Road

Status
MLS #
41096138
Days on Compass
1
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
RESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built
1913
Lot Size
0.11 AC / 4,864 SF
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
CLAREMONT
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional, Tudor
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage
View
Hills

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,150,000

Avg days on market

19

Sale-to-list ratio

123.3%

[Berkeley, CA]

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Square Feet
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Bedrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty, Jenny Wang, DRE #01241501

Sold By Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Tracy Zhou, DRE #01896893

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Building Information for 254 Hillcrest Road

Stories2Year Built1913Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,864 SF

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Property Information for 254 Hillcrest Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Carpet
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Closet, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Other, Storage, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office, Storage, Study, Other
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Bidet, Shower Over Tub, Skylight, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Skylight(s), Solar Power, Solar Power Battery Bkup
  • Solar: Solar Electrical Owned
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Solar
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Other
  • Level - Lower: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Lot Description: Corner
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4864
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4864.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2297
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Patio Enclosed, Side Yard, Back Yard Fence, Landscape Front, Storage Area
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Acres: 0.11
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: off The Uplands
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 64-4252-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 254 Hillcrest Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 5, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41096138

$2,350,000
May 5, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41096138

$2,350,000
May 5, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41096138

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/05/2025

Sold

EBRD #41096138

$2,350,000
05/05/2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41096138

$2,350,000
05/05/2025

Pending

EBRD #41096138

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

Public Records for 254 Hillcrest Road

Taxable ValueLand$719,100Additions$1,677,900Total$2,397,000
Tax Record2025$25,764 ($2,147 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,207 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,207 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,864 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1913Year Renovated1927CountyALAMEDAAPN64-4252-1

Schools near 254 Hillcrest 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 - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Willard Middle School
Public6 to 8

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: 254 Hillcrest Road, Berkeley, CA 94705
$2,350,000
3
2,297
4,864
$786,000
4
2,160
3,567
2
1
973
2,240
$392,000
4
2,166
2,584
$843,000
2
1,236
2,900
$1,329,000
4
3,584

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sothebys Intl Rlty, Jenny Wang, DRE #01241501

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