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Berkeley 94708 Cragmont
1055 STERLING AVENUE
$2,800,000
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1055 STERLING AVENUE

Berkeley, CA 94708
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
4 Baths, 1 Half Bath
square feet
4,050 Ft²
$9,796
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Hidden behind mature trees on a rare, level +/- half acre lot in the North Berkeley Hills, this extraordinary Mid-Century compound feels like a private world unto itself-peaceful, expansive, and deeply connected to nature, yet moments from the energy of Berkeley below. With Golden Gate Bridge views and beautifully landscaped grounds, the 4BD/3.5BA, 3443 sqft main residence plus detached full-service guest apartment offers flexibility and soul in equal measure.  Set back from the street beside the Keeler nature path, with beloved Remillard Park feeling like an extension of the property, the home unfolds through gardens, decks, and gathering spaces designed to slow you down and draw you outside. A spacious entry deck welcomes you into interiors where oversized windows frame greenery and Bay views.  Inside, rich Mid-Century lines meet subtle Art Deco moments, blending warmth, glamour, and ease. Refinished hardwood floors and recessed lighting span the generous open floorplan, where formal sitting and dining rooms flow naturally into the heart of the home: an expansive kitchen and den wrapped in walls of windows and filled with light. Glass doors open directly to the backyard for seamless indoor/outdoor living. The kitchen balances character and functionality with a carved vintage wood island, new appliances, dual sinks, and updated countertops. Outside, the grounds invite dinner parties beneath the trees, afternoons on the lawn, or evenings on the rooftop deck watching the light shift over the Bay.  The main level also includes a powder room, generous laundry and mudroom with sink and storage, and two large bedroom suites, each with full baths and flexible space for sitting areas or home offices. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full bath and open to a rooftop deck with sweeping views.  Above the garage, the detached 617 sqft guest studio apartment offers its own full kitchen and bathroom plus deck, views, and new appliances, creating ideal flexibility for guests, extended family, office use, or income potential.  A two-car garage and two parking pads provide abundant off-street parking. Recent upgrades include a new electrical panel and new ductwork throughout the primary residence.  Step outside to Berkeley's famed parks and pathways, or head minutes down the hill to UC Berkeley, world-class dining, arts, and culture. This is a property that feels both tucked away and deeply connected-a true Berkeley retreat. BESO Compliant, Energy Score: 5
Unit Size
4,050 Ft²
Days on Market
27 days
Land Size
0.49 acres
Price per sqft
$493
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1957

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Last updated: 5 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41134561)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jun 9, 2026 Sold
Sold
May 28, 2026 In contract -
In contract
May 13, 2026 Listed by KW Advisors East Bay $1,995,000
Listed by KW Advisors East Bay

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
With View

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1957
  • Effective Year Built: 1957
  • Building Count: 1
  • Bedroom Count: 4
  • Bathroom Count: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Partial Bathrooms: 4
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 34
  • Exterior Walls Type: 12
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 8
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 0
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 69

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 21,535
  • Total Building Area: 3,282
  • Gross Building Area: 3,282
  • Building Area: 3,282
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 3,282
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: NORTH CRAGMONT
  • Land Acres: 0000000494
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 2100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00003 BLK: 0062 AR: 0063 PAGE: 2978

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 421500

Zoning

  • Zoning: R1H

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 2-C3
  • Parcel: 63-2978-62-3
  • Block: 26
  • Lot: 5-8
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8916
  • Longitude: -122.26

    Address

  • Full Address: 1055 Sterling Ave
  • Address - House Number: 1055
  • Address - Street Name: Sterling
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C088
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1728
  • Zip Code: 94708

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,877,480
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1979
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 2,446,389
  • High Value: 2,930,726
  • Low Value: 1,962,051

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $873,868
  • Assessed Land Value: $264,260
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $616,608

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
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