140 Bret Harte Road

Berkeley, CA 94708

$998,000
Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
970 Sq. Ft.
$1,029 / Sq. Ft.
970
Sq. Ft.
$1,029
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Rare 1930s Berkeley Hills Craftsman Retreat on a lush 7,000+ Sq Ft Oasis with incredible landscaping and stunning two-bridge views! This Fredrick Reimers designed home, greets visitors with a Grand Gated Entrance and private garage that leads up to a large and level brick patio/BBQ area ready for greeting guests, entertaining & play. Once inside, this Craftsman stunner boasts a Great Room finished in warm Clear Heart Redwood, open-beamed ceilings, a hardy stone FP and big windows w/direct views to...Rare 1930s Berkeley Hills Craftsman Retreat on a lush 7,000+ Sq Ft Oasis with incredible landscaping and stunning two-bridge views! This Fredrick Reimers designed home, greets visitors with a Grand Gated Entrance and private garage that leads up to a large and level brick patio/BBQ area ready for greeting guests, entertaining & play. Once inside, this Craftsman stunner boasts a Great Room finished in warm Clear Heart Redwood, open-beamed ceilings, a hardy stone FP and big windows w/direct views to the Bay & beyond! A galley kitchen, which includes a private View Deck nearby, makes this home an entertainer's dream. Tucked quietly in the home's North wing are 2 ample BDs including a Primary with its own View Deck that includes a hot tub and room to relax, unwind and take in the views. A full BA w/shower over tub is conveniently located near both BDs. A bonus room w/laundry on the home's ground floor, perfect for a home office, gym or hobbies, and a recent metal roof for added fire resistance, completes the home's comprehensive build features. The home is nestled on a 7,000+ Sq Ft verdant lot w/stunning landscaping, multiple terraced patios, handmade stone seating & myriad retreat areas perfect for meditation & reflection. Excellent location in a serene setting, yet close to all!
  1. Listed by Andrew de Vries • DRE #01368031 • Brokerage DRE #00754415 • Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan

Property Details for 140 Bret Harte Road

Directions to Property
Take Cragmont to Bret Harte
Parking Features
Detached
Architectural Style
Craftsman
View Description
Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridges, City, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge
Cross Street
Cragmont
Total Parking Spaces
2

Location

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Property Details for 140 Bret Harte Road

StatusPending
MLS #424025311
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,183 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

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Building Information for 140 Bret Harte Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,183 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,522 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,446

Property Taxes

$1,076

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 140 Bret Harte Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Berkeley Map Area 1
  • Area Short Display: 2301
  • Location Description: Berkeley Map Area 1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 063-2985-004
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Association: No
School Information
  • School District (County): Alameda
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Access: Tandem
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Detached
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Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Features: Garden, Greenbelt, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private, Secluded
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: Close of Escrow
  • Land Use: Residential
  • Picture Count: 95
  • Photos Provided By: Agent
  • Elevation: 0
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gated
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 0
  • Lower Level: Retreat
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, BBQ Built-In, Entry Gate, Fire Pit, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full
  • Roof: Metal
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Heating: Central
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Basement, In Laundry Room, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Partial
  • Bath Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Stone
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • # of Rooms: 4
  • Room Type: Baths Other, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Storage
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, Great Room, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), View
Dining
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Synthetic Counter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No

Property History for 140 Bret Harte Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 140 Bret Harte Road

Taxable ValueLand$265,026Additions$638,489Total$903,515
Tax Record2023$12,912 ($1,076 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt970 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt970 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,182 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2985-4

Schools near 140 Bret Harte 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
Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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