Designed by renowned Bay Area architects Ratcliff and associates, this mid-century residence was envisioned to frame the dramatic natural beauty of Berkeley. Expansive west-facing windows and tiered decks showcase views of the nearby UC Camponile, the Bay, San Francisco, the Golden Gate, and the Marin Headlands, infusing the home with light and ever-changing sunsets. Inside, the architecture is defined by redwood vaulted beam ceilings, rough-sawn cedar paneling, and angular, elongated windows, which channel the era’s hallmark simplicity and warm artistry. Thoughtful craftsmanship throughout features a copper-hooded gas fireplace anchoring the living room, and a custom stained-glass door commissioned from a local Berkeley artist. The home’s generous floor plan offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms, with a home office suite with its own bath and laundry, a wine cellar, and bonus spaces designed for both creativity and entertaining. A 1980s addition introduced a flexible wing with a family room/ office with a wet bar, separate entrance, and a professional darkroom, workshop, and an excess of storage, enhancing the home’s versatility for modern living. Outdoors, the property unfolds across 24,690 sq ft of gardens, patios, decks, and a hot tub
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$914Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Gillian Leslie•DRE #01741458• Red Oak Realty
Listed by Patrick Leaper•DRE #00408309• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Brook Baird•DRE #01724675• Red Oak Realty
Designed by modernist Robert Ratcliff and Associates, this expansive home rests at the end of a winding path, embraced by nature. The living room showcases dramatic west-facing windows that frame sweeping views of the city and bay. Downstairs,...
bedrooms and workshops are thoughtfully tucked beneath the main living space, complemented by a wine cellar and a private primary suite wing. A hot tub enhances this secluded retreat, offering a tranquil space to soak in the breathtaking surroundings.
11 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41113226
Jan 6, 2026
Sold
$2,400,000
$776/sq ft
Nov 16, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 29, 2025
Price Changed
$2,549,000
$825/sq ft
Sep 30, 2025
Listed
$2,950,000
$954/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 10, 1976
Sold
$152,500
$49/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,222 (+14.9%)
$257,091 + $226,383
$483,474
2024
$13,249 (+4.0%)
$257,091 + $226,383
$483,474
2023
$12,746 (+4.2%)
$252,051 + $221,944
$473,995
2022
$12,230 (+0.3%)
$242,264 + $213,327
$455,591
2021
$12,189 (+6.9%)
$242,264 + $213,327
$455,591
2020
$11,404 (+5.8%)
$237,513 + $209,144
$446,657
2019
$10,778 (+2.6%)
$235,078 + $207,000
$442,078
2018
$10,501 (+3.8%)
$230,469 + $202,942
$433,411
2017
$10,120 (+5.0%)
$221,520 + $195,062
$416,582
2016
$9,635 (+1.9%)
$221,520 + $195,062
$416,582
2015
$9,454 (+4.3%)
$217,177 + $191,238
$408,415
2014
$9,067 (+2.7%)
$209,726 + $184,677
$394,403
2013
$8,828 (+3.4%)
$209,726 + $184,677
$394,403
2012
$8,534 (+2.4%)
$208,779 + $183,843
$392,622
2011
$8,337 (+1.0%)
$204,685 + $180,238
$384,923
2010
$8,258 (−0.3%)
$200,673 + $176,705
$377,378
2009
$8,281 (+7.2%)
$199,174 + $175,385
$374,559
2008
$7,726
$199,647 + $175,802
$375,449
Tax history for 1700 La Vereda Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,222 (+14.9%)
$257,091 + $226,383
$483,474
2024
$13,249 (+4.0%)
$257,091 + $226,383
$483,474
2023
$12,746 (+4.2%)
$252,051 + $221,944
$473,995
2022
$12,230 (+0.3%)
$242,264 + $213,327
$455,591
2021
$12,189 (+6.9%)
$242,264 + $213,327
$455,591
2020
$11,404 (+5.8%)
$237,513 + $209,144
$446,657
2019
$10,778 (+2.6%)
$235,078 + $207,000
$442,078
2018
$10,501 (+3.8%)
$230,469 + $202,942
$433,411
2017
$10,120 (+5.0%)
$221,520 + $195,062
$416,582
2016
$9,635 (+1.9%)
$221,520 + $195,062
$416,582
2015
$9,454 (+4.3%)
$217,177 + $191,238
$408,415
2014
$9,067 (+2.7%)
$209,726 + $184,677
$394,403
2013
$8,828 (+3.4%)
$209,726 + $184,677
$394,403
2012
$8,534 (+2.4%)
$208,779 + $183,843
$392,622
2011
$8,337 (+1.0%)
$204,685 + $180,238
$384,923
2010
$8,258 (−0.3%)
$200,673 + $176,705
$377,378
2009
$8,281 (+7.2%)
$199,174 + $175,385
$374,559
2008
$7,726
$199,647 + $175,802
$375,449
*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
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1956
Sq. Ft.
2,460
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
058 220700802
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
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Spaces
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 2
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Office, Storage, Workshop, Breakfast Nook
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
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