198 Bret Harte Rd

2,036 Sq. Ft.
$769 / Sq. Ft.
2,036
Sq. Ft.
$769
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Exquisite design and modern comforts await in this completely reimagined, level-in 3+BD/2.5BA in the lower Berkeley Hills (w/metal and fire resistant fencing!). This elegant 2036 SQFT home features a hybrid of elegant and playful upgrades and stunning original details. Step into the open floor plan w/ a living room boasting coffered ceiling, fireplace w/copper hood, mullioned windows and refinished hardwood floors that span into the kitchen and dining area. The eat-in kitchen includes custom paneled...Exquisite design and modern comforts await in this completely reimagined, level-in 3+BD/2.5BA in the lower Berkeley Hills (w/metal and fire resistant fencing!). This elegant 2036 SQFT home features a hybrid of elegant and playful upgrades and stunning original details. Step into the open floor plan w/ a living room boasting coffered ceiling, fireplace w/copper hood, mullioned windows and refinished hardwood floors that span into the kitchen and dining area. The eat-in kitchen includes custom paneled appliances, quartz waterfall counters, and fresh new cabinets coupled w/the original copper hardware. The family room’s French doors open onto a deck for indoor/outdoor living. The stunning 2-level primary suite offers a soaring ceiling, spiral staircase to sleeping loft, peek-a-boo bridge views, 2 large closets, and a gorgeous ensuite bath w/dual vanity. Another bedroom enjoys garden views w/chic modern hall bath w/heated floors and bench. A 3rd bedroom features custom shelving, half bath and dedicated doors to the garden. Relax in the lovely outdoors w/majestic redwood, new retaining walls and stairs, and 220’ designer fire-resistant fencing, and off-street parking. Explore the serenity of local paths, walking access to 3 local parks and the world-class amenities of North Berkeley.
  1. Listed by David Gunderman • DRE #01313613 • KW Advisors East Bay
  2. Listed by Alison Luce • DRE #01986924 • KW Advisors East Bay

Property Details for 198 Bret Harte Road

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street
LISTING UPDATED: 10/04/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 198 Bret Harte Road

StatusSold
MLS #41108748
Days on Compass17
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,076 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of KW Advisors East Bay, David Gunderman, DRE #01313613; KW Advisors East Bay, Alison Luce, DRE #01986924

Sold By The GRUBB Company, Tiffany Lefour, DRE #02017456

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Building Information for 198 Bret Harte Road

Stories2Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,076 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,997 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,628

Property Taxes

$1,369

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 198 Bret Harte Road

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Hookups Only, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, Storage, Basement - Full
  • Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Other, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Storage, Kitchen, LivingRoom, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Dual Flush Toilet, Multiple Shower Heads, Sitting Area, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Window
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Double Vanity, Multiple Shower Heads, Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Radiant
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Energy Saving Feature: Skylight(s)
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Fiber Cement
  • Level - Lower: Basement
  • Level - Upper: Primary Bedrm Retreat
  • Lot Description: Sloped Down, Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5076
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5076.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Other
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2036
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Baths, 3 Bedrooms, Main Entry, Other, Primary Bedrm Retreat
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Patio, Side Yard, Terraced Up, Other, Entry Gate, Garden, Landscape Back, Private
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: 1034
  • Directions to Property: Cragmont to Bret Harte
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-2985-12
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 198 Bret Harte Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 3, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #41108748

$1,565,000
Oct 3, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41108748

$1,565,000
Oct 3, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41108748

$1,565,000
Sep 24, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916609405

$1,565,000

+3.9% / yr

Sep 6, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41108748

Sep 6, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41108748

Sep 5, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #41108748

Aug 21, 2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #41104147

$1,295,000
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41108748

$1,295,000
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41108748

$1,295,000
Aug 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108748

$1,295,000
Jul 30, 2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41104147

Jul 30, 2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #BE41104147

Jul 30, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41104147

Jul 30, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #BE41104147

$1,295,000
Jul 29, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

CRMLS #41104147

Jul 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41104147

$1,295,000
Jul 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41104147

$1,295,000
Jul 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41104147

$1,295,000
Nov 11, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #146570759

$698,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/03/2025

Sold

CRMLS #41108748

$1,565,000
10/03/2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41108748

$1,565,000
10/03/2025

Sold

EBRD #41108748

$1,565,000
09/24/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916609405

$1,565,000

+3.9% / yr

09/06/2025

Pending

EBRD #41108748

09/06/2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41108748

09/05/2025

Pending

CRMLS #41108748

08/21/2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #41104147

$1,295,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41108748

$1,295,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41108748

$1,295,000
08/20/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41108748

$1,295,000
07/30/2025

Withdrawn

EBRD #41104147

07/30/2025

Withdrawn

MLSListings #BE41104147

07/30/2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #41104147

07/30/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #BE41104147

$1,295,000
07/29/2025

Temporarily Off Market

CRMLS #41104147

07/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41104147

$1,295,000
07/09/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41104147

$1,295,000
07/09/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41104147

$1,295,000
11/11/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #146570759

$698,000

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Public Records for 198 Bret Harte Road

Taxable ValueLand$291,857Additions$681,000Total$972,857
Tax Record2025$16,423 ($1,369 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,960 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,076 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926Year Renovated1938CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2985-12

Schools near 198 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
Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Malcolm X 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 KW Advisors East Bay, David Gunderman, DRE #01313613; KW Advisors East Bay, Alison Luce, DRE #01986924

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