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$2,405,000
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252 The Uplands

Berkeley, CA 94705
bedrooms
3 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
2,395 Ft²
$10,793
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Discover a rare architectural gem in Berkeley's coveted Uplands neighborhood. Designed by architect Lyman Jee for his family, this sun-filled home is a private retreat that seamlessly blends design, nature, and tranquility. Set on a serene, oak-studded parcel, the home is introduced by a distinctive copper roof and a stained-wood footbridge spanning a rippling creek-a magical entry that sets the stage for what's inside. Soaring ceilings, walls of glass, and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace create an inviting interior that frames the lush, landscaped surroundings. With three bedrooms, three full baths, & exceptional indoor-outdoor flow, this home was designed for both relaxation & entertaining. Step outside to the pool & hot tub for resort-style living, or enjoy the peaceful connection to nature from every room. The location offers the best of Berkeley living: Close to Claremont Resort, Fournee, Peets, the Elmwood's charming shops and cafes, transbay transit, and it's just minutes from UC Berkeley. A stunning piece of architecture, this home is ready for its next discerning owner who values design, tranquility, and a truly unique setting.
Unit Size
2,395 Ft²
Days on Market
34 days
Land Size
0.24 acres
Price per sqft
$918
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1980

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Last updated: 13 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41111697)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Oct 23, 2025 Sold
Sold
Oct 3, 2025 In contract -
In contract
Sep 19, 2025 Listed by The GRUBB Company $2,198,000
Listed by The GRUBB Company
Dec 4, 2018 Sold
Sold
Oct 10, 2018 Listed by The GRUBB Company $1,950,000
Listed by The GRUBB Company
Spectacular and architecturally unique in the coveted Uplands neighborhood on a serene, oak studded oversized 10,500+ square foot parcel! Walking across the footbridge spanning the creek, you enter into a magical and special property. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass engages the indoor and outdoor ambiance making you feel like you’re living in nature! A just completed, stunning remodel done to today’s modern standards yet keeping the spirit of the original design. Re-envisioned, professionally landscaped terraced grounds surround the resurfaced in-ground pool and hot tub! Close to CAL, the Claremont Resort, Peets, all good things on College Avenue and BART! Clear pest & PSL compliant! This is truly a must see oasis!

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1980
  • Effective Year Built: 1991
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 3
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 1
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 17
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 200
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 2
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 8
  • Location Influence Type: 34

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 10,594
  • Total Building Area: 2,211
  • Building Area: 2,211
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 13
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,211
  • Heating Fuel Type: 3

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 1
  • Water Service: 2

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: CLAREMONT
  • Land Acres: 0000000243
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 0000A BLK: PM: 0054 PAGE: 0043

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 423800

Zoning

  • Zoning: RH1

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 4-E3
  • Parcel: 64-4255-32-3
  • Block: 17
  • Lot: D
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8544
  • Longitude: -122.239

    Address

  • Full Address: 252 The Uplands
  • Address - House Number: 252
  • Address - Street Name: The Uplands
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C014
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2834
  • Zip Code: 94705

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $3,007,040
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2111
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 71
  • Final Value: 1,937,874
  • High Value: 2,347,064
  • Low Value: 1,528,683

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $2,007,734
  • Assessed Land Value: $735,819
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $1,271,915

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 27, 2018
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Dec 04, 2018
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2018229757
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: May 04, 2017
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: May 02, 2017
  • Previous Sale Amount: $320,000
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 69

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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The property at 252 The Uplands was built in 1980 and last sold on Nov 27, 2018 for $1,910,000.
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