Step into this Midcentury Modern gem, offering 4BR/4BA and captivating views in a lush, secluded setting. Built in 1957, this lovely home is poised for its next chapter. Enter through the elegant, black-tiled foyer into an open-concept living area awash in natural light. The spacious living room features expansive glass windows, a brick hearth, and wood-beamed ceilings. Adjacent is the dining area and well-appointed kitchen. The main floor also hosts an office or guest bedroom—your choice. Enjoy your morning coffee or an evening cocktail on a vast back deck that overlooks both forest and bay. Upstairs, unwind in the primary bedroom suite, complete with a private balcony and dual-sink bathroom. An additional en-suite bedroom and a convenient laundry area round out this floor.The lower level offers its own secluded entrance, featuring an in-law unit equipped with a kitchenette, full bathroom, and built-in desk—perfect as an art studio or bonus room. You’ve got 2243 square feet of living space in all. Situated near UCB and Tilden Park, you'll have easy access to hiking, golfing, and our renowned Botanical Gardens. With AC Transit nearby and downtown Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco within minutes, this hillside haven offers the best of both worlds: serenity and convenience.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,690 sq ftLot Size
$914Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Laura Martell•DRE #01401840• Winkler Real Estate Group
Listed by Danielle Clements•DRE #01910218• Winkler Real Estate Group
Bought with Joe Dickerson•DRE #01961649• KW Advisors East Bay
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41038212
Oct 23, 2023
Sold
$1,520,000
$678/sq ft
Oct 8, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 6, 2023
Listed
$1,498,000
$668/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40466243
Jul 22, 2010
Sold
$816,000
$364/sq ft
Jul 6, 2010
Pending
—
Jun 28, 2010
Relisted
—
Jun 22, 2010
Pending
—
May 12, 2010
Listed
$879,000
$392/sq ft
+4
Beautiful mid century modern with Bay views. Pride of ownership since 1957. Lush setting, inviting spaces with walls of windows, library, au pair quarters. Large front deck, tranquil back patio and blooming garden. Minutes to LBL and UC. A must see!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,788 (+7.5%)
$465,120 + $1,085,280
$1,550,400
2024
$21,201 (+41.2%)
$465,120 + $1,085,280
$1,550,400
2023
$15,016 (+1.7%)
$456,000 + $1,064,000
$1,520,000
2022
$14,765 (−0.3%)
$295,529 + $689,569
$985,098
2021
$14,811 (+5.3%)
$295,529 + $689,569
$985,098
2020
$14,072 (+3.6%)
$289,735 + $676,049
$965,784
2019
$13,578 (+1.6%)
$286,766 + $669,120
$955,886
2018
$13,362 (+3.6%)
$281,145 + $656,006
$937,151
2017
$12,893 (+3.0%)
$270,232 + $630,541
$900,773
2016
$12,521 (+1.3%)
$270,232 + $630,541
$900,773
2015
$12,360 (+1.0%)
$264,934 + $618,181
$883,115
2014
$12,241 (+5.4%)
$255,845 + $596,972
$852,817
2013
$11,608 (−1.4%)
$255,845 + $596,972
$852,817
2012
$11,774 (+0.5%)
$236,400 + $551,600
$788,000
2011
$11,714 (+283.1%)
$246,000 + $574,000
$820,000
2010
$3,057 (+0.9%)
$244,800 + $571,200
$816,000
2009
$3,030 (+8.8%)
$52,994 + $51,665
$104,659
2008
$2,786
$53,120 + $51,787
$104,907
Tax history for 140 Avenida Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,788 (+7.5%)
$465,120 + $1,085,280
$1,550,400
2024
$21,201 (+41.2%)
$465,120 + $1,085,280
$1,550,400
2023
$15,016 (+1.7%)
$456,000 + $1,064,000
$1,520,000
2022
$14,765 (−0.3%)
$295,529 + $689,569
$985,098
2021
$14,811 (+5.3%)
$295,529 + $689,569
$985,098
2020
$14,072 (+3.6%)
$289,735 + $676,049
$965,784
2019
$13,578 (+1.6%)
$286,766 + $669,120
$955,886
2018
$13,362 (+3.6%)
$281,145 + $656,006
$937,151
2017
$12,893 (+3.0%)
$270,232 + $630,541
$900,773
2016
$12,521 (+1.3%)
$270,232 + $630,541
$900,773
2015
$12,360 (+1.0%)
$264,934 + $618,181
$883,115
2014
$12,241 (+5.4%)
$255,845 + $596,972
$852,817
2013
$11,608 (−1.4%)
$255,845 + $596,972
$852,817
2012
$11,774 (+0.5%)
$236,400 + $551,600
$788,000
2011
$11,714 (+283.1%)
$246,000 + $574,000
$820,000
2010
$3,057 (+0.9%)
$244,800 + $571,200
$816,000
2009
$3,030 (+8.8%)
$52,994 + $51,665
$104,659
2008
$2,786
$53,120 + $51,787
$104,907
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,690 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
2,243
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
060 248903501
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
R-1H
H
Single Family Residential District - Hillside Overlay Zone
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential (R-1) district is to: Recognize and protect the existing pattern of development in the low-density, single-family residential areas of the city consistent with the General Plan; Make housing available for persons who desire detached housing and a relatively large amount of usable open space; Protect adjacent properties from unreasonable obstruction of light and air; and Permit community facilities such as religious assembly uses, schools, parks, and libraries which serve the local population and are not detrimental to the immediate neighborhood.; The purpose of the Hillside (H) overlay zone is to: implement General Plan policies for hillside development; protect the safety and health of residents where steep topography, unusual street conditions and proximity to the wildland-urban interface create severe risk from wildfire; protect the character of Berkeley's hillside areas and their immediate environs; give reasonable protection to views yet allow appropriate development of all property; and allow modifications in standard setback and height requirements when justified because of steep topography, irregular lot pattern, unusual street conditions, or other special aspects of the hillside areas.
Zone overlays
Hillside Overlay Zone
Mar 6, 2024 • Final
Minor
Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 4
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Counter - Solid Surface
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Laundry Closet
Upper Level Features: Primary Bedrm Suites - 2
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 1.5 Baths
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2023. This data may not match public records. Learn more.