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$2,300,000
● House - Off Market

1091 Creston Rd

Berkeley, CA 94708
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
2,056 Ft²
$11,294
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children's author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee's philosophy, the home features clean lines, floor-to-ceiling glass, warm wood tones, and thoughtful built-ins that blur the line between indoors and out. While the architectural integrity remains intact, the kitchen has been tastefully modernized to meet today's standards. Reimagined with sleek built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances and an induction cooktop, it blends seamlessly into the home's aesthetic while offering modern functionality. Set on over one-third of an acre, the property provides privacy, serenity, and the potential for an ADU. This is more than a home, it's a livable work of art and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Berkeley treasure.
Unit Size
2,056 Ft²
Days on Market
23 days
Land Size
0.37 acres
Price per sqft
$1,119
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1956

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Last updated: 2 years ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41111762)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 9, 2025 Sold
Sold
Sep 19, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Sep 16, 2025 Listed by Bay Area Modern Real Estate $2,300,000
Listed by Bay Area Modern Real Estate
Jul 10, 2025 Listed $1,995,000
Listed
Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee’s philosophy, the home features clean lines, floor-to-ceiling glass, warm wood tones, and thoughtful built-ins that blur the line between indoors and out. While the architectural integrity remains intact, the kitchen has been tastefully modernized to meet today’s standards. Reimagined with sleek built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances and an induction cooktop, it blends seamlessly into the home’s aesthetic while offering modern functionality. Set on over one-third of an acre, the property provides privacy, serenity, and the potential for an ADU. This is more than a home, it’s a livable work of art and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Berkeley treasure.

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1956
  • Effective Year Built: 1957
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 25
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 15,960
  • Total Building Area: 1,746
  • Building Area: 1,746
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,746
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: NORTH CRAGMONT
  • Land Acres: 0000000366
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00112 BLK: AR: 0063 PAGE: 3140

Neighborhood

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

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 2-C2
  • Parcel: 63-3140-112
  • Block: 33
  • Lot: 5,6
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8931
  • Longitude: -122.257

    Address

  • Full Address: 1091 Creston Rd
  • Address - House Number: 1091
  • Address - Street Name: Creston
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C080
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1545
  • Zip Code: 94708

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $542,234
  • Initial Tax Delinquent Year: 2021
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.093
  • Valuation Date: Aug 04, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 91
  • Final Value: 1,988,553
  • High Value: 2,173,614
  • Low Value: 1,803,492

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $120,254
  • Assessed Land Value: $62,213
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $65,041

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Jun 23, 2023
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Jul 03, 2023
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 75293
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 1091 Creston Road built and last sold?
The property at 1091 Creston Road was built in 1956 and last sold on Jun 23, 2023 for $2,500,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 1091 Creston Road is $2,281,331.
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