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$2,495,000
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785 San Luis Rd

Berkeley, CA 94707
bedrooms
5 Beds
bathrooms
3 Baths
square feet
2,666 Ft²
$12,251
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Level-in Bay views, a serene retreat sits atop a grove of trees in a lovely, private setting.  With entrances from both San Luis Road and Santa Barbara Road, the home at 785 San Luis Road was designed in the 1920's by well-known architect Edwin Snyder. Snyder is known for his Spanish-style, inviting patios, over-hanging balconies, handsome mahogany doors and Mediterranean detailing.  This gorgeous home begins with an impressive, tiled entrance, foyer and dramatic staircase. The first floor includes a step-down living room with high, beamed ceilings, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a stunning cook's kitchen with large marble island, limestone floors and a wall of French doors opening to a leafy patio.  Two more bedrooms and bathroom on the second floor. Beautiful views and a magical setting.  Walk down a private path on San Luis Rd to John Hinkel Park, and the shops on Solano Avenue! Home Energy Score 2
Unit Size
2,666 Ft²
Days on Market
38 days
Land Size
0.25 acres
Price per sqft
$936
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1929

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Last updated: 7 days ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41148449)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Sep 16, 2026 Listed by Red Oak Realty $2,495,000
Listed by Red Oak Realty

Property Highlights

Garage
Fireplace
With View
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 1
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, UtilityRoom
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Flooring Type: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 2666
Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
Year Built: 1929
Builder Name: Edwin Lewis Snyder
Levels: Two
Construction Materials: Stucco
Patio and Porch Features: Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Sloped Up, SprinklersTimer, SprinklersOnSide
Lot Size Area: 11081
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.2544
Lot Size Square Feet: 11081
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1929
  • Effective Year Built: 1940
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 7
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 6
  • Building Quality: 4
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 25
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • 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: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11,081
  • Total Building Area: 2,666
  • Building Area: 2,666
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 2,666
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: ARLINGTON HEIGHTS
  • Land Acres: 0000000254
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00041 BLK: AR: 0061 PAGE: 2581

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 421200

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 2-B2
  • Parcel: 61-2581-41
  • Block: 1
  • Lot: 4
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.8953
  • Longitude: -122.271

    Address

  • Full Address: 785 San Luis Rd
  • Address - House Number: 785
  • Address - Street Name: San Luis
  • Address - Suffix Type: Rd
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C061
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 2001
  • Zip Code: 94707

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,571,170
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2011
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 2,177,944
  • High Value: 2,616,053
  • Low Value: 1,739,836

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $828,047
  • Assessed Land Value: $234,716
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $600,331

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Aug 27, 1997
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Sep 16, 1997
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 97239683
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 785 San Luis Road built and last sold?
The property at 785 San Luis Road was built in 1929 and last sold on Aug 27, 1997 for $520,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 785 San Luis Road is $2,519,950.
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