Last Sold Price
5 beds2,400 sqft$1,167/sqft
770 Santa Barbara Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707

Description

A rare Berkeley Hills legacy home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1926, this Storybook-style residence was intentionally and extensively restored by a Cal alumni, preserving its architectural soul while rebuilding the home for the next century. Designed for multi-generational living, the home features a flexible two-wing layout: one wing offers 3 beds & 2 baths, while the other provides a private 1 bed/1 bath retreat with its own entrance. A ground-level bed & half...A rare Berkeley Hills legacy home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1926, this Storybook-style residence was intentionally and extensively restored by a Cal alumni, preserving its architectural soul while rebuilding the home for the next century. Designed for multi-generational living, the home features a flexible two-wing layout: one wing offers 3 beds & 2 baths, while the other provides a private 1 bed/1 bath retreat with its own entrance. A ground-level bed & half bath provide ideal accessibility for guests, elders, or an au pair. Set on a 12,839 sf lot with ocean views, the property offers exceptional ADU potential. The chefs kitchen features a Thermador stove/range hood, oversized island & open flow ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Behind the storybook exterior is a near new-build renovation, including a newly poured reinforced foundation with warranty, all-new framing, plumbing, electrical, roof, Marvin windows & dual-zone HVAC. Interior finishes include European oak floors & spa-inspired baths with soaking tubs. Minutes to UC Berkeley, walking distance to Cragmont Rock Park & John Hinkel Park, with close proximity to Tilden Regional Park & miles of scenic hiking trails & just moments from Solano Ave shops, peaceful, private & timeless.
LISTING CLOSED: 04/02/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Coco Tan • DRE #01376998 • Brokerage DRE #01327739 • Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley • 408-256-2728
  2. Listed by Joy Xu • DRE #02185813 • Brokerage DRE #01327739 • Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley

Property Details for 770 Santa Barbara Road

Status
MLS #
ML82034007
Days on Compass
23
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Single-Family Homes / Detached
Year Built
1926
Lot Size
0.29 AC / 12,839 SF
MLS City Name
BERKELEY
Building Type
Detached
Garage Spaces
2
Cross Street
Montrose Rd

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley, Coco Tan, DRE #01376998; Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley, Joy Xu, DRE #02185813

Sold By Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley, Joy Xu, DRE #02185813

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Building Information for 770 Santa Barbara Road

Stories-Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,839 SF

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Property Information for 770 Santa Barbara Road

Features
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Room Information
  • Bathroom: Double Sinks, Primary - Oversized Tub, Shower and Tub, Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Bath
  • Bedrooms: Walk-in Closet
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Family Room: Other
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Quartz, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Island, Microwave, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Number of Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
Features
  • Amenities: High Ceiling, Skylight
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Laundry: In Utility Room
  • Living SqFt: 2400
  • Pool: No
Utilities
  • Cooling: Central AC, Multi-Zone
  • Heating: Central Forced Air
  • Sewer Septic: Sewer - Public
  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Water: Public
Garage
  • Garage and Parking: Attached Garage
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
Property Details
Homeowners Association
  • HOA Exists: 0
  • HOA Fee: $0
Property Details
  • Area Text: Berkeley Map Area 1
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Year Built Source: Assessor
  • Street Number: 770
  • Street Name: Santa Barbara
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Area ID: 2301
Lot / Property Details
Building Information
  • Structure SqFt: 2400
  • Structure SqFt Source: Assessor
  • Age: 100
Development Information
  • Zoning Detail: R-1H
Location Information
  • Parcel Number: 061-2581-003-01
  • County Name: Alameda
  • City Name: BERKELEY
  • City Postal ID: 123
  • Postal Code: 94707
  • Elementary School District: 1034
  • High School District Text: Berkeley Unified
Lot Information
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter and Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor
  • Yard Grounds: Deck

Property History for 770 Santa Barbara Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 2, 2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82034007

$2,800,000
Apr 2, 2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82034007

$2,800,000
Mar 3, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938093121

$1,913,043

+8.2% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/02/2026

Sold

MLSListings #ML82034007

$2,800,000
04/02/2026

Sold

EBRD #ML82034007

$2,800,000
03/03/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1938093121

$1,913,043

+8.2% / yr

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

Public Records for 770 Santa Barbara Road

Taxable ValueLand$480,723Additions$1,121,688Total$1,602,411
Tax Record2025$28,273 ($2,356 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,400 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,839 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated1926CountyALAMEDAAPN61-2581-3-1

Schools near 770 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
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: 770 Santa Barbara Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
$2,800,000
5
2,400
12,839
$990,000
3
3,233
9,450
$1,816,616
3
2,240
6,068
$525,000
3
1.5
1,581
7,917
$644,375
4
3,600
8,064
$1,375,000
4
2,506
7,200

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Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley, Coco Tan, DRE #01376998; Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley, Joy Xu, DRE #02185813

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