971 Santa Barbara Rd

Berkeley, CA 94707

$1,895,000
Price
5
Beds
2,454 Sq. Ft.
$772 / Sq. Ft.
2,454
Sq. Ft.
$772
per Sq. Ft.
Pending
Pending
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Description

Discover timeless elegance in this Grand Craftsman home nestled in the desirable North Berkeley Hills, offering magnificent San Francisco Bay views. Built in 1925 by renowned builder Charles Clinton Gifford for his family, this century-old residence showcases exquisite architectural details throughout. Spanning 2,454 square feet, this meticulously maintained and recently renovated home features 5+ bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a main-level bedroom and bath, plus a bonus 234-square-foot...Discover timeless elegance in this Grand Craftsman home nestled in the desirable North Berkeley Hills, offering magnificent San Francisco Bay views. Built in 1925 by renowned builder Charles Clinton Gifford for his family, this century-old residence showcases exquisite architectural details throughout. Spanning 2,454 square feet, this meticulously maintained and recently renovated home features 5+ bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, including a main-level bedroom and bath, plus a bonus 234-square-foot California sleeping porch. Expansive windows fill spacious rooms with natural light, highlighting rich hardwood and redwood flooring. Elegant redwood paneling and built-ins in the living and dining rooms add warmth and charm. A brick fireplace anchors the living room, creating a cozy focal point for gatherings. The kitchen blends classic style with modern updates, featuring MSI quartz countertops and all new appliances. Upstairs, a side porch invites you to enjoy fresh air and Bay views. With ample parking, a detached garage, and a charming private backyard, this home sits just above Spruce Street, with easy access to transportation. Acquired from the Gifford family by the current owner in 1965, this is the first time this Berkeley historic home is offered for sale. Welcome Home!
  1. Listed by Marc Guay • DRE #00979693 • Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 971 Santa Barbara Road

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Craftsman, Prairie
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Detached, Off Street
Total # Parking Spaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 12/08/2025 01:23 PM

Property Details for 971 Santa Barbara Road

StatusPending
MLS #41110997
Days on Compass83
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Marc Guay, DRE #00979693
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Building Information for 971 Santa Barbara Road

Stories2Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$10,056 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$9,364

Property Taxes

$692

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 971 Santa Barbara Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
  • Disability Features: None
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Laundry Room, Au Pair, Basement - Full
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop
  • Bedrooms Count: 5
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Au Pair, Office
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Meter on Site, Public Water, PublicSewer
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Gas Water Heater, Washer
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Siding - Stucco
  • Foundation: Concrete, Full Basement, Raised
  • Level - Upper: 2 Baths, 4 Bedrooms, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5000.0
  • Model: Prairie/Craftsman
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2454
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 1 Bedroom, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Year Built: 1925
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Spruce/E/Santa Barbara
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-2973-38
  • 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 971 Santa Barbara Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 2, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41110997

—
Dec 2, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41110997

—
Sep 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41110997

$1,895,000—
Sep 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41110997

$1,895,000—
Aug 4, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #EB41102645

$1,895,000—
Aug 4, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41102645

—
Jun 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41102645

$1,895,000—
Jun 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41102645

$1,895,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/02/2025

Pending

MLSListings #EB41110997

—
12/02/2025

Pending

EBRD #41110997

—
09/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41110997

$1,895,000
09/10/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41110997

$1,895,000
08/04/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #EB41102645

$1,895,000
08/04/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41102645

—
06/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41102645

$1,895,000
06/25/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41102645

$1,895,000

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

Public Records for 971 Santa Barbara Road

Taxable ValueLand$81,399Additions$50,752Total$132,151
Tax Record2025$8,304 ($692 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,454 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,454 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1928CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2973-38

Schools near 971 Santa Barbara 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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Marc Guay, DRE #00979693

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