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2953 Hillegass Ave

Berkeley, CA 94705
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$1,695,000 $7,146/Mo
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

SqFt1,817

Sqft

SqFt7,293

Sqft(Lot)

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a pristine 1910 "Arts & Crafts" Bungalow in the heart of Berkeley's coveted Elmwood neighborhood! Tis special home is set on a large lot beautifully lanscaped lot. From the moment you step inside the gate the lovely garden will capture your imagination and inspire you. With the perfect blend of pollinator friendly plants and fruit trees this yard is made for enjoyment and exploring. Heading into the home you will see incredible original details make this residence special! Amazing woodwork throughout: sturdy craftsman cornices with stacked casing, wide frieze boards and handsome place rails. These rooms are beautiful lit with gorgeous period light fixtures. The fireplace is the heart of the living room. Featuring a prominent mantel and built-in benc h seating this room is bathed in light from the adjacent enclosed sunporch. You may never want to leave the sun porch. The ideal spot to curl up with a book or a loved one this room is bathed in afternoon light and overl looks your own private butterfly preserve! The dining room features stunning coffered box beam ceilings and a gorgeous built-in hutch. The view of the backyard from the simple rustic eat-in kitchen is amazing and serene. The kitchen feels comfortable with wooden live edge countertops. A room off the kitchen, formerly the third bedroom, spills out to a the deck and backyard paradise. Owned for this last 30+ years by a professional landscaper and designed for ease of use this yard is private and full of great energy! On the main level level there are two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The second bedroom opens out to the deck as well. The large full sized attic can be accessed from the original "pull down" staircase or the exterior staircase. Whether you have hobbies, guests or need extra space this area will capture you imagination. There is tons of additional storage room in the eves of the double gabled dormer. Set in the historic leafy Elmwood neighborhood this home is considered a "Walker's Paradise" with a WalkScore of 95.

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,695,000

AD Id : 80128361

MLS Id : 41137429

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 7,293 Sqft

Living Area Size : 1,817

Year Built : 1910

County : Alameda

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 3

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 2

  • Interior Features

    Roof: Shingle Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen,Attic Property Appliances: Gas Water Heater,Water Softener,Dryer,Washer Fireplace: Insert,Living Room,Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove Flooring: Wood

  • Cooling Features

    None Air Conditioning

    Heating Source

    Forced Air,Natural Gas Has Heating

    Fireplace

    Fireplace Features: Insert,Living Room,Wood Burning,Wood Burning Stove Has Fireplace: 1

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1910 Construction: Wood Siding Roof: Shingle

  • Pool Features

    None

    Patio And Porch

    Deck,Patio,Porch

  • Lot Details

    Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 0.1674
  • Lot Size Source: Measured Lot Size Square Feet: 7293

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: 1,695,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-06-05

  • Lease Information

    Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 52157325

  • Garage and Parking

    Garage Description: Off Street

    Homeowners Association

  • Other Property Info

    Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: Directions: Cross Street: Webster. Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence

  • Building and Construction

    Property Age: 116 Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced Total Square Feet Living: 1817 Levels or Stories: Two Building Total Stories: 2
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/07/2026 @ 10:38

MLS: 41137429 LISTED BY: Leif Jenssen, Vanguard Properties 510-590-4290 SOURCE: CRMLS

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