SOLD MAR 13, 2026

Sold on Mar 2026

$2,125,000

•

2,607

sq ft

260 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705

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Luxurious, turn-key Modern Mediterranean retreat up a private drive, with the feel of an exclusive hillside villa with breathtaking Bay & city views. This fully reimagined 4BD/2.5BA residence is impeccably updated and truly move-in ready—nothing to do but enjoy. Sun-drenched, SW-facing interiors flow to expansive, private outdoor spaces designed for elevated living. Multiple terraces, decks, balconies, patios provide generous seating, dining, and lounge areas—ideal for entertaining, al fresco meals, or quiet moments enjoying spectacular sunsets and skyline views, as well as space for play, pets, or puttering. Over $500K in high-end home renovations include a stunning custom JD Designs kitchen with bespoke cabinetry, integrated Miele appliances, and a statement lime-green glass backsplash; spa-quality baths; wide-plank white oak floors; curated designer finishes; 2 elegant gas fireplaces. Thoughtful floor plan with living spaces on both levels, excellent separation of space for work or privacy. Extensive structural and system upgrades ensure modern comfort and peace of mind. Garage plus extra off-street parking. Located near Elmwood, Claremont & Rockridge shops, dining and easy fway access. Some images have been digitally enhanced.

Single-familyProperty Type

1995Year Built

10,682 sq ftLot Size

$815Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Ana Forest •DRE #01234464 • Red Oak Realty

Bought with Taryn Gindt •DRE #01985934 • eXp Realty of California, Inc.

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41121507

Redfin Estimate

$2,436,587

$312K since sold in March 2026$97K since July

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This home's estimate is 20.7% higher than the average sale price ($2.02M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 25, 2026
$2,150,000
A
3 beds3 baths2,592 sq ft
295 Gravatt Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705
SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$1,758,225
B
4 beds2.5 baths2,917 sq ft
1227 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$2,800,000
C
3 beds2.5 baths2,905 sq ft
6 Dorothy Pl, Berkeley, CA 94705
SOLD APR 27, 2026
$1,700,000
D
4 beds3 baths2,650 sq ft
6869 Bristol Dr, Berkeley, CA 94705
SOLD SEP 30, 2025
$1,650,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,528 sq ft
1032 Alvarado Rd, Berkeley, CA 94705
SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$2,050,000
F
3 beds2.5 baths2,215 sq ft
5656 Buena Vista Ave, Oakland, CA 94618

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Market trends in 94705, CA

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

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Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

121.5%

+2.7% MoM

Median sale price

$2.2M

$62K MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

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Est. $8,553 per month, based on comparable rentals

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Stepping up to fully renovated home, living room with vaulted ceiling, fireplace, modern kitchen with high end appliances, half bath, laundry room, 1 b / primary bedroom with en-suite and private patio, lower floor family room with fireplace and 2...
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Lots of light and beautiful features. Kitchen and living room offers amazing views. Terrace to enjoy view. Minimal back yard space. Short distance to shops and restaurants.
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Sale and tax history for 260 Alvarado Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41121507

Mar 13, 2026

Sold

$2,125,000

$815/sq ft

Feb 15, 2026

Pending

—

Feb 13, 2026

Price Changed

$2,150,000

$825/sq ft

Jan 21, 2026

Listed

$2,295,000

$880/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41094503

Jun 5, 2025

Listing Removed

—

May 14, 2025

Price Changed

Apr 23, 2025

Listed

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41007110

Nov 4, 2022

Sold

$1,750,000

$671/sq ft

Oct 12, 2022

Pending

—

Oct 8, 2022

Price Changed

$1,799,000

$690/sq ft

Sep 8, 2022

Listed

$1,899,000

$728/sq ft

+50

Every nook and cranny of the property speaks to its creative, imaginative and romantic style. Vistas from large windows everywhere invite you to partake in the gorgeous Bay and City views. The property invites you into every room with rich, vital and fun touches every which way you look. The entry is large and open, leading you into the living room with a gas fireplace and huge views from the large windows, or into the dining room, with its charming pass-through to the chef’s kitchen. Down the hallway you are met with a large full bathroom, the laundry, and two bedrooms. The spacious rear bedroom has charming doors to a delightful balcony for sunning oneself like a sleepy cat. The large staircase takes you to the lower level where there is an expansive family room with fireplace, two bedrooms, and sumptuous full bathroom. There are doors that open out onto the delightful patio/deck that has plenty of room for tables, chairs, fire pit, you name it.

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40837023

Oct 29, 2018

Sold

$1,600,000

$614/sq ft

Oct 29, 2018

Sold

$1,600,000

$614/sq ft

Oct 14, 2018

Pending

—

Sep 5, 2018

Listed

$1,799,000

$690/sq ft

Sep 5, 2018

Listed

$1,799,000

$690/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40826018

Aug 1, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Jul 23, 2018

Price Changed

Jun 13, 2018

Listed

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40029234

Oct 13, 2004

Sold

$1,195,000

$458/sq ft

Jul 28, 2004

Listing Removed

—

Jul 20, 2004

Listed

$1,195,000

$458/sq ft

bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #29019843

Aug 3, 1999

Sold

$772,500

$296/sq ft

Jul 14, 1999

Listing Removed

—

Jun 30, 1999

Listed

$699,000

$268/sq ft

Public Records

Dec 14, 1994

Sold

$529,000

$203/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 18, 1992

Sold

$115,000

$44/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$25,730 (+4.1%)

$546,210 + $1,274,490

$1,820,700

2024

$24,722 (−5.5%)

$546,210 + $1,274,490

$1,820,700

2023

$26,159 (+4.0%)

$535,500 + $1,249,500

$1,785,000

2022

$25,156 (+2.8%)

$504,561 + $1,177,310

$1,681,871

2021

$24,479 (+1.1%)

$504,561 + $1,177,310

$1,681,871

2020

$24,209 (+2.9%)

$494,668 + $1,154,227

$1,648,895

2019

$23,531 (+10.9%)

$489,600 + $1,142,400

$1,632,000

2018

$21,213 (+1.9%)

$480,000 + $1,120,000

$1,600,000

2017

$20,825 (+14.6%)

$430,551 + $1,004,619

$1,435,170

2016

$18,173 (+2.8%)

$430,551 + $1,004,619

$1,435,170

2015

$17,674 (−2.8%)

$374,400 + $873,600

$1,248,000

2014

$18,179 (+13.4%)

$360,000 + $840,000

$1,200,000

2013

$16,029 (+7.9%)

$360,000 + $840,000

$1,200,000

2012

$14,854 (−1.2%)

$313,500 + $731,500

$1,045,000

2011

$15,035 (+1.4%)

$296,400 + $691,600

$988,000

2010

$14,820 (−6.6%)

$296,400 + $691,600

$988,000

2009

$15,870 (−6.2%)

$296,400 + $691,600

$988,000

2008

$16,924

$316,500 + $738,500

$1,055,000

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

10,682 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

2000

Sq. Ft.

2,388

Year built

1995

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Alameda County

APN

048H760701911

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.

RH-4

S-9

Hillside Residential - 4 Zone

The intent of the RH-4 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance areas for single-family dwellings on lots of 6,500 to 8,000 sq ft and is typically appropriate in already developed areas of the Oakland Hills.

Zone overlays

Fire Safety Protection Combining Zone

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station

Apr 16, 2025 • Active

Dot - curb gutter sidewalk exemption certificate

Grading

May 7, 2024 • Final

Rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)

Remodel the kitchen, primary bathroom, and guest bathroom in a two-story single-family home. Install new cabinetry, appliances, plumbing fixtures, electrical components, and finishes. Re-frame and install new pocket doors in the primary bedroom closets.

Bathroom

Kitchen

Remodel

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Double Vanity
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile, Double Vanity

Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets
Upper Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 2
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Kitchen Island,Microwave,Oven Built-in,Pantry,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen,Other
Rooms Total: 9
Room Type: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Other, Kitchen, Laundry, Master Bathroom
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 2,607
Foundation Details: Raised, Concrete Perimeter

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Landscape Front, Private Entrance

Mobile Home Information
Model: Modern Mediterranean

Property Information
Living Area: 2607
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1995

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 10682
Lot Size Area: 0.25
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Lot Features: Landscaped

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,388
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 10,682 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1995
Year Renovated: 2000
County: Alameda County
APN: 048H760701911

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026

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Schools

Chabot Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

9/10

Claremont Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

9/10

Oakland Technical High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

8/10

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

5 days above 84° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

8/10 Air Factor

14 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

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Berkeley, CA • 94705

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In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$2.32M – $2.80M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
258 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4236 Sq. Ft.	$3,153,929
252 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4307 Sq. Ft.	$2,782,333

Address	Redfin Estimate
256 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA 2 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2352 Sq. Ft.	$1,994,761
244 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA 5 Beds \| - Baths \| 8418 Sq. Ft.	$4,009,818

Address	Redfin Estimate
278 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3489 Sq. Ft.	$2,977,505
290 Alvarado Road, Berkeley, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,522,751

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