915 San Benito Road

Sold 9/11/23
Sold 9/11/23
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Last Sold Price
$1,800,000
3 beds2,147 sqft$838/sqft
915 San Benito Rd, Berkeley, CA 94707

Description

Nestled quietly within the North Berkeley Hills, this unique 3++ BR home blends contemporary artistry with original Craftsman details. A romantic front garden sets the stage for an impressive entrance, ascending to a front porch on a gently sloped parcel. Spacious dining room and kitchen with custom updates infused with artisanal elements sourced from Indonesia, concrete countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. A cozy built-in breakfast nook invites serene moments while overlooking...Nestled quietly within the North Berkeley Hills, this unique 3++ BR home blends contemporary artistry with original Craftsman details. A romantic front garden sets the stage for an impressive entrance, ascending to a front porch on a gently sloped parcel. Spacious dining room and kitchen with custom updates infused with artisanal elements sourced from Indonesia, concrete countertops and top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances. A cozy built-in breakfast nook invites serene moments while overlooking the peaceful and landscaped garden, which can be a quite retreat. The main level also includes a bedroom, full bath, and an office providing upmost functionality. Upstairs, the strategically positioned living room captures Bay views from an expansive deck. A grand fireplace takes center stage, adjoined by a cozy TV and reading enclave. Two additional bedrooms with lofty ceilings and ample storage, plus a sunlit and inviting office space that opens to a garden oasis, complete with a Japanese soaking tub and zen-like patio. Detached is the convenient and oversized 1-car garage with a workshop area and plenty of storage solutions—a true gem in the coveted Berkeley Hills near trails and Tilden Park, Solano shopping, restaurants & UC.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/11/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Anja Plowright • DRE #01351797 • THE GRUBB CO. INC.
  2. Listed by Colette Ford • DRE #01158883 • THE GRUBB CO. INC.

Property Details for 915 San Benito Road

Status
Sold
MLS #
41036043
Days on Compass
14
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
RESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built
1916
Lot Size
0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
County
Alameda County
City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Detached Garage, Workshop in Garage
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, Partial, San Francisco
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Location

Listing Courtesy of THE GRUBB CO. INC., Anja Plowright, DRE #01351797; THE GRUBB CO. INC., Colette Ford, DRE #01158883

Sold By Compass, Andreas Ernst, DRE #02028138

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Building Information for 915 San Benito Road

Stories2Year Built1916Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,000 SF

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Property Information for 915 San Benito Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Dining Room, Living Room, Other
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Family Room, Office
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: Solar Electrical Owned
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood Shingles
  • Foundation: Crawl Space
  • Level - Upper: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms
  • Lot Description: Regular
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4000.0
  • Model: Craftsman
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2147
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Laundry Facility
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Marin > San Benito
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 61-2589-9
  • 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 915 San Benito Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 11, 2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41036043

$1,800,000—
Sep 11, 2023

Sold

EBRD #41036043

$1,800,000—
Aug 30, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518838309

$1,800,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/11/2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41036043

$1,800,000
09/11/2023

Sold

EBRD #41036043

$1,800,000
08/30/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518838309

$1,800,000

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

Public Records for 915 San Benito Road

Taxable ValueLand$525,306Additions$1,225,717Total$1,751,023
Tax Record2025$26,306 ($2,192 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,147 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,147 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1916Year Renovated1934CountyALAMEDAAPN61-2589-9

Schools near 915 San Benito Road

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: 915 San Benito Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
$1,800,000
3
2,147
4,000
911 San Benito Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
$1,650,000
4
1,892
4,500
919 San Benito Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
–
3
2
2,112
5,500
909 San Benito Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
$1,181,000
3
1,583
4,725
910 Santa Barbara Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
–
4
2
2,042
4,200
918 San Benito Road, Berkeley, CA 94707
$268,500
3
2
1,656
5,200

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