1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
- $3,350,000
- 5
- BD
- 4
- BA
- 4,575
- SqFt
Listed by Anna Bellomo, (510) 417-9390 from District Homes
(If provided) CoList: Kevin McCaffrey from District Homes
Sold listing courtesy of Helene Barkin from OBAGENCY 2
- Sold Price
- $3,350,000
- List Price
- $2,895,000
- Closing Date
- Jun 12, 2026
- MLS#
- EB41135296
- Status
- SOLD
- Levels
- Three or More Stories
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Total Bathrooms
- 4
- Full Bathrooms
- 3
- Partial Bathrooms
- 1
- Sqft. of Residence
- 4,575
- Lot Size
- 16,295
- Listing Area
- Berkeley Map Area 1
- Year Built
- 1936
Property Description
Originally built in 1936 and once home to the founder of Peet's Coffee, this extraordinary Berkeley Hills residence has been completely reimagined through a meticulous down-to-the-studs design-build renovation by Levitch Associates. No expense was spared blending timeless architectural character with exceptional craftsmanship, modern functionality, and artistic detail - including a newly installed slab foundation as part of the extensive reconstruction. Nestled among the redwoods on a quiet cul-de-sac and set on a rare combined 16,295 sq ft - which includes the adjacent 6,000 sq ft parcel (APN 63-2988-49) - the property feels like a private forest sanctuary while remaining minutes from the very best of Berkeley. With only three steps to the entry, the home offers rare ease of access. A dramatic living room frames breathtaking Golden Gate Bridge and Bay views. The formal dining room flows into an extraordinary chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, generous pantry, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and artisan details throughout. Custom artistic elements by local craftspeople include original stained glass, handcrafted iron stair railings, tile mosaic work, and a custom kitchen hood. The flexible floor plan offers five bedrooms, multiple office spaces, and expansive lower-level bo
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Additional Information
- Acres
- 0.24
- Cooling System
- None
- Exterior Features
- Siding - Wood
- Family Room
- Separate Family Room
- Fireplace Description
- Living Room
- Floor Covering
- Other, Tile, Concrete, Hardwood
- Garage Parking
- No Garage, Parking Space(s)
- Heating System
- Heating - 2+ Zones
- Laundry Facilities
- In Laundry Room, Dryer
- Levels
- Three or More Stories
- Living Area
- 4,575
- Lot Description
- Other
- Lot Size
- 16,295
- Neighborhood
- Berkeley Map Area 1
- Other Rooms
- Bonus / Hobby Room, Den / Study / Office, Storage, Laundry Room
- Pool Description
- Pool - No, None
- Roof
- Composition
- Style
- Custom
- Unincorporated Yn
- Yes
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