As you walk the grounds of this elegant Mediterranean-style home in North Berkeley, notice the olive trees, cypresses, lavender & fountains. The expertly designed garden spaces will transport you to Tuscany while the views of the Golden Gate & the sparkling waters of the Bay will anchor you right where you are, in the North Berkeley foothills & just steps from all the area has to offer. Through the grand front door you're greeted with a formal entryway, leading to a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings & breathtaking views. The dining room offers a charming balcony for sunset views. The epic kitchen was entirely redesigned with top of the line Miele appliances, custom cabinetry & endless storage. From the eat-in kitchen, step onto a beautiful Ipe deck overlooking a mature, landscaped yard. The main level also features a spacious bedroom, updated bath & formal study. Upstairs, find 2 en-suite bedrooms, each with views. The primary suite flows to a magnificently updated bathroom with gorgeous onyx throughout. The downstairs boasts an amazing family room & large bedroom with exterior access, full bath & generous laundry room. Large detached garage & finished plus space (rec room, co-work space?) add even more options to this special property. Close to shops, BART and more!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$800Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Anna Bellomo•DRE #01822897• District Homes
Listed by Sarah Ridge•DRE #01990459• District Homes
Bought with Candice Economides•DRE #01205869• The Grubb Co. Inc.
Bought with David Hill•DRE #01387025• The Grubb Co. Inc.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41070424
Oct 1, 2024
Sold
$3,700,000
$822/sq ft
Sep 6, 2024
Pending
—
Aug 20, 2024
Listed
$2,975,000
$661/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #23020941
Aug 29, 2003
Sold
$1,280,000
$284/sq ft
Jul 29, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jun 20, 2003
Listed
$1,300,000
$289/sq ft
GRAND MEDITERRANEAN WITH BEAUTIFUL BAY VIEWS & DOUBLE LOT! SWIMMING POOL W/JACUZZI, 3 LEVELS, UPDATED KITCHEN, BED, BATH & STUDY ON MAIN LEVEL! 2-CAR GARAGE. MOVE-IN CONDITION THROUGHOUT!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$54,608 (+91.8%)
$1,132,200 + $2,641,800
$3,774,000
2024
$28,466 (+2.2%)
$1,110,000 + $2,590,000
$3,700,000
2023
$27,856 (+1.9%)
$535,234 + $1,248,880
$1,784,114
2022
$27,328 (−0.2%)
$514,452 + $1,200,389
$1,714,841
2021
$27,383 (+5.9%)
$514,452 + $1,200,389
$1,714,841
2020
$25,846 (+4.4%)
$504,368 + $1,176,860
$1,681,228
2019
$24,762 (+1.8%)
$499,200 + $1,164,800
$1,664,000
2018
$24,330 (+3.5%)
$489,411 + $1,141,960
$1,631,371
2017
$23,516 (+3.5%)
$470,407 + $1,097,617
$1,568,024
2016
$22,731 (+1.4%)
$470,407 + $1,097,617
$1,568,024
2015
$22,416 (+1.8%)
$461,184 + $1,076,096
$1,537,280
2014
$22,017 (−1.1%)
$445,359 + $1,039,171
$1,484,530
2013
$22,258 (+9.3%)
$445,359 + $1,039,171
$1,484,530
2012
$20,360 (+3.1%)
$443,347 + $1,034,476
$1,477,823
2011
$19,757 (+0.4%)
$408,600 + $953,400
$1,362,000
2010
$19,676 (−4.6%)
$394,500 + $920,500
$1,315,000
2009
$20,629 (+1.5%)
$394,500 + $920,500
$1,315,000
2008
$20,324
$412,500 + $962,500
$1,375,000
Tax history for 501 Santa Barbara Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$54,608 (+91.8%)
$1,132,200 + $2,641,800
$3,774,000
2024
$28,466 (+2.2%)
$1,110,000 + $2,590,000
$3,700,000
2023
$27,856 (+1.9%)
$535,234 + $1,248,880
$1,784,114
2022
$27,328 (−0.2%)
$514,452 + $1,200,389
$1,714,841
2021
$27,383 (+5.9%)
$514,452 + $1,200,389
$1,714,841
2020
$25,846 (+4.4%)
$504,368 + $1,176,860
$1,681,228
2019
$24,762 (+1.8%)
$499,200 + $1,164,800
$1,664,000
2018
$24,330 (+3.5%)
$489,411 + $1,141,960
$1,631,371
2017
$23,516 (+3.5%)
$470,407 + $1,097,617
$1,568,024
2016
$22,731 (+1.4%)
$470,407 + $1,097,617
$1,568,024
2015
$22,416 (+1.8%)
$461,184 + $1,076,096
$1,537,280
2014
$22,017 (−1.1%)
$445,359 + $1,039,171
$1,484,530
2013
$22,258 (+9.3%)
$445,359 + $1,039,171
$1,484,530
2012
$20,360 (+3.1%)
$443,347 + $1,034,476
$1,477,823
2011
$19,757 (+0.4%)
$408,600 + $953,400
$1,362,000
2010
$19,676 (−4.6%)
$394,500 + $920,500
$1,315,000
2009
$20,629 (+1.5%)
$394,500 + $920,500
$1,315,000
2008
$20,324
$412,500 + $962,500
$1,375,000
*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
3
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
1941
Sq. Ft.
3,700
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
062 294004500
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 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
May 10, 2018 • Active
Plan check
Bathroom
Remodel
Feb 16, 2018 • Active
Minor
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.
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