A rare Berkeley Hills legacy home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1926, this Storybook-style residence was intentionally and extensively restored by a Cal alumni, preserving its architectural soul while rebuilding the home for the next century. Designed for multi-generational living, the home features a flexible two-wing layout: one wing offers 3 beds & 2 baths, while the other provides a private 1 bed/1 bath retreat with its own entrance. A ground-level bed & half bath provide ideal accessibility for guests, elders, or an au pair. Set on a 12,839 sf lot with ocean views, the property offers exceptional ADU potential. The chefs kitchen features a Thermador stove/range hood, oversized island & open flow ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Behind the storybook exterior is a near new-build renovation, including a newly poured reinforced foundation with warranty, all-new framing, plumbing, electrical, roof, Marvin windows & dual-zone HVAC. Interior finishes include European oak floors & spa-inspired baths with soaking tubs. Minutes to UC Berkeley, walking distance to Cragmont Rock Park & John Hinkel Park, with close proximity to Tilden Regional Park & miles of scenic hiking trails & just moments from Solano Ave shops, peaceful, private & timeless.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$1,167Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Coco Tan•DRE #01376998• Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley
Listed by Joy Xu•DRE #02185813• Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley
Contact: 408-256-2728
Bought with Joy Xu•DRE #02185813• Keller Williams Realty-Silicon Valley
Est. $8,120 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 770 Santa Barbara Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82034007
Apr 2, 2026
Sold
$2,800,000
$1,167/sq ft
Apr 2, 2026
Sold
$2,800,000
$1,167/sq ft
Mar 4, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 3, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 6, 2026
Listed
$1,999,888
$833/sq ft
Feb 6, 2026
Listed
$1,999,888
$833/sq ft
A rare Berkeley Hills legacy home where historic charm meets modern comfort. Originally built in 1926, this Storybook-style residence was intentionally and extensively restored by a Cal alumni, preserving its architectural soul while rebuilding the home for the next century. Designed for multi-generational living, the home features a flexible two-wing layout: one wing offers 3 beds & 2 baths, while the other provides a private 1 bed/1 bath retreat with its own entrance. A ground-level bed & half bath provide ideal accessibility for guests, elders, or an au pair. Set on a 12,839 sf lot with ocean views, the property offers exceptional ADU potential. The chefs kitchen features a Thermador stove/range hood, oversized island & open flow ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Behind the storybook exterior is a near new-build renovation, including a newly poured reinforced foundation with warranty, all-new framing, plumbing, electrical, roof, Marvin windows & dual-zone HVAC. Interior finishes include European oak floors & spa-inspired baths with soaking tubs. Minutes to UC Berkeley, walking distance to Cragmont Rock Park & John Hinkel Park, with close proximity to Tilden Regional Park & miles of scenic hiking trails & just moments from Solano Ave shops, peaceful, private & timeless.
Public Records
Apr 1, 1987
Sold
$430,000
$179/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 1986
Sold
$425,000
$177/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$28,273 (+9.2%)
$471,301 + $1,099,702
$1,571,003
2024
$25,882 (+56.2%)
$471,301 + $1,099,702
$1,571,003
2023
$16,572 (+0.3%)
$462,060 + $1,078,140
$1,540,200
2022
$16,524
$174,773 + $601,404
$776,177
2021
$16,518 (+5.7%)
$174,773 + $601,404
$776,177
2020
$15,620 (+4.5%)
$171,346 + $589,613
$760,959
2019
$14,950 (+2.3%)
$169,590 + $583,568
$753,158
2018
$14,612 (+3.6%)
$166,265 + $572,127
$738,392
2017
$14,104 (+4.1%)
$159,809 + $549,914
$709,723
2016
$13,554 (+1.7%)
$159,809 + $549,914
$709,723
2015
$13,325 (+3.1%)
$156,676 + $539,133
$695,809
2014
$12,929 (+2.1%)
$151,300 + $520,634
$671,934
2013
$12,663 (+3.6%)
$151,300 + $520,634
$671,934
2012
$12,228 (+2.0%)
$150,617 + $518,283
$668,900
2011
$11,986 (+1.0%)
$147,665 + $508,123
$655,788
2010
$11,873 (−0.4%)
$144,770 + $498,162
$642,932
2009
$11,925 (+5.9%)
$143,689 + $494,442
$638,131
2008
$11,261
$144,031 + $495,619
$639,650
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1926
Sq. Ft.
2,400
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
061 258100301
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
Apr 2, 2026 • Active
Plan check
Heat pump
HVAC
Remodel
Jul 16, 2025 • Active
Minor
Tear off the existing roof and install new shingles.
Roofing
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