OPEN SUN 6/13: 2-4:00! Resting on a rare double lot on a tree-lined cul-de-sac in Berkeley’s coveted Claremont neighborhood, 2845 Garber - known as the "Lloyd House" - is a gorgeous 1924 Spanish Revival with finishes honoring the finest artistry of the Art Deco period. Grand in scale, this magnificent home enjoys 4608 square feet of living space with 6+ BDS (3 en suite) and 5 BAs, including a spacious separate 2-BD apartment that can be further separated into a full service 1BD/1BA apartment and 1BD/1BA guest suite. Imbued with sophisticated elegance, the home features soaring ceilings with exposed beams, burnished hardwood floors, multipaned glass French doors, and charming Juliet balconies. The home is ideal for entertaining with its gracious sunken living room, paneled library with artisanal corner fireplace, formal dining room, fabulous chef’s kitchen, and cheerful sun porch. Surrounded by magical gardens the home has the feel of a private manse - a true escape from the busy world.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$1,084Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Gunderman•DRE #01313613• KW Advisors East Bay
Listed by Andrew Raskopf•DRE #01394348• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Anian Tunney•DRE #00812754• The GRUBB Company
Bought with Adrienne Tunney Krumins•DRE #01296734• The GRUBB Company
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40952912
Jul 9, 2021
Sold
$4,625,000
$1,004/sq ft
Jun 15, 2021
Pending
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Jun 4, 2021
Listed
$3,695,000
$802/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40705016
Aug 27, 2015
Sold
$2,500,000
$543/sq ft
Jul 24, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 22, 2015
Price Changed
$2,550,000
$553/sq ft
Jun 26, 2015
Listed
$2,750,000
$597/sq ft
+25
Gorgeous magical Mediterranean on double lot! Very special home with paneled library & artisanal corner fireplace. Large scale rooms for elegant living/entertaining. First time on market in decades. Fabulous location in heart of Claremont neighborhood.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$72,700 (+8.2%)
$1,501,857 + $3,539,014
$5,040,871
2024
$67,168 (+2.1%)
$1,472,415 + $3,435,635
$4,908,050
2023
$65,804 (+1.6%)
$1,443,555 + $3,368,295
$4,811,850
2022
$64,762 (+52.5%)
$1,387,500 + $3,237,500
$4,625,000
2021
$42,459 (+5.5%)
$1,387,500 + $3,237,500
$4,625,000
2020
$40,252 (+3.9%)
$820,222 + $1,913,852
$2,734,074
2019
$38,753 (+2.2%)
$811,815 + $1,894,235
$2,706,050
2018
$37,902 (+3.4%)
$795,900 + $1,857,100
$2,653,000
2017
$36,669 (+3.1%)
$765,000 + $1,785,000
$2,550,000
2016
$35,572 (+339.4%)
$765,000 + $1,785,000
$2,550,000
2015
$8,095 (+3.4%)
$750,000 + $1,750,000
$2,500,000
2014
$7,831 (+2.9%)
$95,800 + $115,391
$211,191
2013
$7,612 (+3.2%)
$95,800 + $115,391
$211,191
2012
$7,378 (+2.8%)
$95,367 + $114,870
$210,237
2011
$7,174 (+1.2%)
$93,497 + $112,617
$206,114
2010
$7,088 (−0.4%)
$91,664 + $110,409
$202,073
2009
$7,118 (+9.4%)
$90,979 + $109,585
$200,564
2008
$6,508
$91,196 + $109,845
$201,041
Tax history for 2845 Garber St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$72,700 (+8.2%)
$1,501,857 + $3,539,014
$5,040,871
2024
$67,168 (+2.1%)
$1,472,415 + $3,435,635
$4,908,050
2023
$65,804 (+1.6%)
$1,443,555 + $3,368,295
$4,811,850
2022
$64,762 (+52.5%)
$1,387,500 + $3,237,500
$4,625,000
2021
$42,459 (+5.5%)
$1,387,500 + $3,237,500
$4,625,000
2020
$40,252 (+3.9%)
$820,222 + $1,913,852
$2,734,074
2019
$38,753 (+2.2%)
$811,815 + $1,894,235
$2,706,050
2018
$37,902 (+3.4%)
$795,900 + $1,857,100
$2,653,000
2017
$36,669 (+3.1%)
$765,000 + $1,785,000
$2,550,000
2016
$35,572 (+339.4%)
$765,000 + $1,785,000
$2,550,000
2015
$8,095 (+3.4%)
$750,000 + $1,750,000
$2,500,000
2014
$7,831 (+2.9%)
$95,800 + $115,391
$211,191
2013
$7,612 (+3.2%)
$95,800 + $115,391
$211,191
2012
$7,378 (+2.8%)
$95,367 + $114,870
$210,237
2011
$7,174 (+1.2%)
$93,497 + $112,617
$206,114
2010
$7,088 (−0.4%)
$91,664 + $110,409
$202,073
2009
$7,118 (+9.4%)
$90,979 + $109,585
$200,564
2008
$6,508
$91,196 + $109,845
$201,041
*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
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1947
Sq. Ft.
4,415
Year built
1932
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
054 170500301
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1
Single Family Residential District
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Park & open space
Jun 13, 2025 • Final
Plan check
Remodel
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Tandem
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 5
# of Bathrooms Full: 5
ADU Baths Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Split Bath, Stall Shower, Tub, Updated Baths, Closet, Double Sinks, Stone, Window
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Tile, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Stone, Window
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Bonus/Plus Room, Den, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Library, Music Room, Office, Study, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.