635 Santa Barbara Rd

3,480 Sq. Ft.
$934 / Sq. Ft.
3,480
Sq. Ft.
$934
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The majesty of California Mediterranean architecture informs this sophisticated North Berkeley residence, matched only by sparkling Bay views & the fresh modernity of its refined smart-home finishes. Infused with glorious light, embraced by lush gardens the sprawling layout creates an easy-going, quintessential, indoor-outdoor livability in a sought-after North Berkeley location. Expansive living with deep picture windows, handsome Spanish tiled wood burning fireplace, generous dining, plus, casual...The majesty of California Mediterranean architecture informs this sophisticated North Berkeley residence, matched only by sparkling Bay views & the fresh modernity of its refined smart-home finishes. Infused with glorious light, embraced by lush gardens the sprawling layout creates an easy-going, quintessential, indoor-outdoor livability in a sought-after North Berkeley location. Expansive living with deep picture windows, handsome Spanish tiled wood burning fireplace, generous dining, plus, casual lounge/median room & guest suite. Professionally equipped, custom kitchen, Thermidor appliance suite, home study center, coffee center/ drinks bar, plus a massive work island & access to the outdoor dining area. Anchored by wide-plank oak flooring, elevated by art-quality lighting the thoughtful interior architecture includes beautifully articulated storage, built-in seating, a jewel-box powder room. 3 beds, 2 luxe baths on 1 level incl primary suite with fireplace, spa-like retreat with custom spa-like bath, soaking tub, & access to patio. Deck with gas fireplace overlooks the hills & sparkling bay & SF views, 2-car gar, EXQIST green roof. A celebration of the natural world, California living at its best. Proximate to hiking & recreation, culture-rich Berkelely assets.
  1. Listed by Wendy Storch • DRE #01355516 • Brokerage DRE #00899496 • Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Devang Parikh • DRE #EB91124 • SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC

Property Details for 635 Santa Barbara Road

Parking Features
EV Charging, Automatic Door, Garage Facing Front
Architectural Style
Mediterranean, Modern/High Tech
View Description
Bay, Bridges, City, City Lights, Garden/Greenbelt, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
Cross Street
Northampton Ave
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 11/04/2025 09:20 PM

Property Details for 635 Santa Barbara Road

StatusClosed
MLS #425025733
Days on Compass38
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,889 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Wendy Storch, DRE #01355516; SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC, Devang Parikh, DRE #EB91124

Sold By The GRUBB Company, Brenda M Schaefer, DRE #EB124741

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Building Information for 635 Santa Barbara Road

Stories2Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,889 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,174 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$15,840

Property Taxes

$3,334

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 635 Santa Barbara Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Berkeley Map Area 1
  • Area Short Display: 2301
  • Topography: Lot Grade Varies
  • Location Description: Berkeley Map Area 1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 062-2939-046
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Association: No
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Access: Independent
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: EV Charging, Automatic Door, Garage Facing Front
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Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Property Faces: West
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Private, Shape Irregular
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Possession: Close of Escrow
  • Picture Count: 98
  • Photos Provided By: 3rd Party Photographer
  • Elevation: 0
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 2
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Primary Bedroom, Retreat, Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Fire Pit
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Skylight(s)
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector
  • Roof: Composition, Spanish Tile
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Storage Area(s), Wet Bar
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, MultiZone, See Remarks
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Insulated Water Heater, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Common Area, In Laundry Room, Washer Included
  • Spa: No
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bath Features: Dual Flush Toilet, Tub
  • Electric: Battery Backup, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • # of Rooms: 8
  • Room Type: Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Possible Guest, Storage, Wine Storage Area
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
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
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
Dining
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Family Room Features: Deck Attached
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Island, Stone Counter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Remodeled/Updated: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Bath 0-5YR, Bath 6-10YR, Bed 6-10YR, Kitchen 6-10YR
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No

Property History for 635 Santa Barbara Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2025

Sold

RESFAR #425025733

$3,250,000
Jun 23, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906882768

$3,250,000

+5.1% / yr

Jun 2, 2025

Pending

RESFAR #425025733

May 29, 2025

Price Change

RESFAR #425025733

$3,285,000
Apr 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425025733

$3,085,000
Jul 17, 2018

Sold

EBRD #40821332

$2,300,000
Jul 17, 2018

Sold

MLSListings #EB40821332

$2,300,000
Jul 11, 2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626896978

$2,300,000

+103.5% / yr

Jun 26, 2018

Pending

MLSListings #EB40821332

Jun 26, 2018

Pending

EBRD #40821332

May 11, 2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40821332

$1,989,000
May 11, 2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40821332

$1,989,000
Jun 21, 2017

Sold

EBRD #40782661

$1,075,000
Jun 15, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599759734

$1,075,000
Jun 7, 2017

Pending

EBRD #40782661

May 24, 2017

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40782661

$1,150,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2025

Sold

RESFAR #425025733

$3,250,000
06/23/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1906882768

$3,250,000

+5.1% / yr

06/02/2025

Pending

RESFAR #425025733

05/29/2025

Price Change

RESFAR #425025733

$3,285,000
04/25/2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425025733

$3,085,000
07/17/2018

Sold

EBRD #40821332

$2,300,000
07/17/2018

Sold

MLSListings #EB40821332

$2,300,000
07/11/2018

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #626896978

$2,300,000

+103.5% / yr

06/26/2018

Pending

MLSListings #EB40821332

06/26/2018

Pending

EBRD #40821332

05/11/2018

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40821332

$1,989,000
05/11/2018

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40821332

$1,989,000
06/21/2017

Sold

EBRD #40782661

$1,075,000
06/15/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #599759734

$1,075,000
06/07/2017

Pending

EBRD #40782661

05/24/2017

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40782661

$1,150,000

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Public Records for 635 Santa Barbara Road

Taxable ValueLand$780,850Additions$1,784,800Total$2,565,650
Tax Record2025$40,014 ($3,334 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,480 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,480 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,890 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated1991CountyALAMEDAAPN62-2939-46

Schools near 635 Santa Barbara 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

Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Wendy Storch, DRE #01355516; SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC, Devang Parikh, DRE #EB91124

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