Active
5 beds2,666 sqft
785 San Luis Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707
Est: $14,443/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
1929Year Built
$936/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

A serene retreat sits atop a grove of trees in a lovely, private setting. With entrances from both San Luis Road and Santa Barbara Road, the home at 785 San Luis Road was designed in the 1920’s by well-known architect Edwin Snyder. Snyder is known for his Spanish-style, inviting patios, over-hanging balconies, and Mediterranean detailing. This gorgeous home begins with an impressive, tiled entrance, foyer and dramatic staircase. The first floor includes a step-down living room with high, beamed ceilings,...A serene retreat sits atop a grove of trees in a lovely, private setting. With entrances from both San Luis Road and Santa Barbara Road, the home at 785 San Luis Road was designed in the 1920’s by well-known architect Edwin Snyder. Snyder is known for his Spanish-style, inviting patios, over-hanging balconies, and Mediterranean detailing. This gorgeous home begins with an impressive, tiled entrance, foyer and dramatic staircase. The first floor includes a step-down living room with high, beamed ceilings, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a stunning cook’s kitchen with large marble island, limestone floors and a wall of French doors opening to a leafy patio. Two more bedrooms and bathroom on the second floor. Beautiful views and a magical setting. Walk down a private path on San Luis Rd to John Hinkel Park, and the shops on Solano Avenue! Home Energy Score 2
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  • Listed by: Ann Arriola Plant DRE #00613099 • Red Oak Realty
Last updated: 09/16/2026 07:17 PM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 41148449

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Property Information for 785 San Luis Road

Property Details
  • MLS Type: RESIDENTIAL / Detached
  • City: BERKELEY
  • Dist Neighborhood Subdiv: THOUSAND OAKS
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Spanish
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage/Parking: Detached, Garage (ParkingFeatures), Garage Door Opener
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
  • Total # Parking Spaces: 3
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 11,081 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Other
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Media / Home Theater, Basement - Partial, Utility Room
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Formal Dining Room, Eat-In Kitchen, MediaRoom, Office, Utility Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Shower Over Tub
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Energy Saving Feature: Low Flow Toilet
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Security Alarm - Owned, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Builder/Architect: Edwin Lewis Snyder
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Partial
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Sloped Down, Up Slope, Back Yard, Garden
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 11081
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11081.0
  • Roof: Rolled Composition
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2666
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Fenced, Patio, Patio Enclosed, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Side, Garden
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Acres: 0.25
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Indian Rock to San Luis Rd or call Listing Agent to use driveway South of 784 San Luis Rd.
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 61-2581-41
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 785 San Luis Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41148449

$2,495,000
Sep 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41148449

$2,495,000
Sep 29, 2004

Expired

CLAW #40026155BR

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/16/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41148449

$2,495,000
09/16/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41148449

$2,495,000
09/29/2004

Expired

CLAW #40026155BR

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

Public Records for 785 San Luis Road

Taxable ValueLand$254,061Additions$649,811Total$903,872
Tax Record2025$18,595 ($1,550 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,666 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,666 SqFtStories2Lot Size11,081 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1940CountyALAMEDAAPN61-2581-41

Schools near 785 San Luis 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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785 San Luis Road is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94707. This property was listed for sale on September 16, 2026 by Red Oak Realty, it's currently listed at $2,495,000. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Oxford Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School and Washington Elementary School. 785 San Luis Road is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,666 sqft single family home built in 1929.

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