1464 Olympus Avenue sits on a quiet street in the Berkeley Hills with partial bay views, a beautifully hardscaped backyard, and more than $400,000 in capital improvements completed between 2020 and 2025. For a buyer who wants to move in without an immediate project list, this property delivers. At street level, a two-car garage provides secure, off-street parking. A gated entry leads down stairs to the main entrance, offering separation from the street that is typical of the best hillside properties. The home centers on single-level living. Three of the four bedrooms share the main floor in an open floor plan that connects the kitchen and living spaces to the backyard through a natural, uninterrupted flow. The fourth bedroom, bright with clerestory windows and slightly elevated, works well as a dedicated home office, guest suite, or creative studio. Laundry was recently relocated to the main living level, removing the basement trip standard in many 1950s Berkeley Hills homes. Below, a finished lower level offers flexible space for a second office, family den, or children's playroom. An adjacent unfinished basement and utility room provides abundant storage. Close to $200,000 was spent across 2023 and 2024 on professional landscaping and structural hardscape: leveled lawn areas, a paver terrace, engineered retaining walls, updated drainage, Ipe stairs and railings, perimeter fencing, and an under-deck waterproof membrane. Mechanical systems are comprehensively updated: new roof with slope modification (2020, IB Roofing), 2-stage furnace and central A/C with MERV-13 filtration (2020, Haddon), tankless water heater (2020), seismic retrofit (2021, Ward Construction), window replacement (2022, VC Windows), and a 200-amp panel upgrade (2025, Fuse). Central A/C is uncommon in the Berkeley Hills and a meaningful benefit for buyers seeking year-round comfort without window units. Tilden Regional Park is close by for hiking and outdoor recreation. The 'ammatka Cafe at the Lawrence Hall of Science serves Ohlone-forward snacks, meals, and beverages with Bay views. The Overlook at the Tilden golf course is a short drive for weeknight dining: burgers, pizza, tacos, beer, and a fire pit. Visit an open house or contact your agent for a private showing. Home Energy Score = 5.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
4,905 sq ftLot Size
$848Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Megan Micco•DRE #01930373• COMPASS
Bought with Gretchen Roethle•DRE #01945375• Salt & Pine Real Estate
Est. $6,046 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Nicely updated home with filtered views of the bay and SF. Open kitchen and public rooms with 3 bedrooms around the corner. Primary also has views. Lower level bonus space and some flat yard that has been nicely landscaped. Garage at street level...
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41138649
Jul 23, 2026
Sold
$1,600,000
$848/sq ft
Jul 10, 2026
Pending
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Jun 17, 2026
Listed
$1,199,000
$636/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40911659
Aug 20, 2020
Sold
$1,300,000
$689/sq ft
Jul 28, 2020
Pending
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Jul 9, 2020
Listed
$1,288,000
$683/sq ft
+2
If you are looking for serene and easy living on one level, this is the place! Open the new gate and, on your way down a few steps, enjoy a terraced landscaped garden with water cascade. You will enjoy peace and quiet, cook in the recently renovated kitchen, be able to work from home or simply relax on the new bamboo deck with soothing filtered water and nature views. The sweet back garden includes a lawn and a special tree house. Four bedrooms including a master, 2.5 updated baths. Living room with brick fireplace. Fun open layout. Coretec flooring throughout. Extra play/storage room. Detached 2 car garage. Close proximity to Tilden Park, Lawrence Hall of Science and Lawrence Berkeley Lab. Bus to UC/BART. Short drive to N. Shattuck shopping/restaurants and UC Berkeley. Great value in the tranquil North Berkeley Hills!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40093632
Nov 10, 2005
Sold
$820,000
$435/sq ft
Oct 19, 2005
Listing Removed
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Jul 12, 2005
Listed
$795,000
$422/sq ft
Immaculate, totally renovated 4BR/2.5BA home in the Berkeley Hills. LIKE NEW! Features a beautiful, brand new, open kitchen; a living room that opens onto a lovely deck; and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. Quiet, serene setting. Close to Tilden Park & the University of California
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #23035891
Nov 25, 2003
Sold
$425,000
$225/sq ft
Oct 14, 2003
Listed
$415,000
$220/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$20,203 (+7.1%)
$422,143 + $985,002
$1,407,145
2024
$18,863 (+2.0%)
$422,143 + $985,002
$1,407,145
2023
$18,500 (+1.0%)
$413,868 + $965,692
$1,379,560
2022
$18,318 (−0.5%)
$397,800 + $928,200
$1,326,000
2021
$18,405 (+43.8%)
$397,800 + $928,200
$1,326,000
2020
$12,795 (+3.4%)
$390,000 + $910,000
$1,300,000
2019
$12,374 (+1.6%)
$270,222 + $630,519
$900,741
2018
$12,184 (+3.6%)
$264,926 + $618,161
$883,087
2017
$11,759 (+2.8%)
$254,641 + $594,163
$848,804
2016
$11,436 (+1.3%)
$254,641 + $594,163
$848,804
2015
$11,292 (+0.5%)
$249,648 + $582,513
$832,161
2014
$11,235 (−1.2%)
$241,085 + $562,532
$803,617
2013
$11,370 (+14.9%)
$241,085 + $562,532
$803,617
2012
$9,896 (+2.1%)
$239,996 + $559,991
$799,987
2011
$9,692 (+0.3%)
$210,000 + $490,000
$700,000
2010
$9,663 (−0.9%)
$205,500 + $479,500
$685,000
2009
$9,750 (−14.2%)
$205,500 + $479,500
$685,000
2008
$11,361
$205,500 + $479,500
$685,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,905 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,886
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
060 248300300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 4, 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
Aug 26, 2022 • Final
Minor
Remove the existing metal roof down to the sheathing board. Install tapered foam insulation over the roof decking. Apply a base layer followed by a granulated modified torch roll roofing system.
Roofing
Feb 4, 2021 • Final
Minor
Remove and replace the furnace in the same location. Install a new air conditioning add-on unit.
HVAC
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, On Street, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Den, Unfinished Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.