2953 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
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Listed by Leif Jenssen • Vanguard Properties
Bought with Carla J. Higgins Compass

$ 2,710,000

$ 1,695,000 59.9%

Est. payment /mo
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Sold on 07/01/2026

2953 Hillegass Ave Berkeley, CA 94705

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,817 SqFt

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Key Details

Sold Price $2,710,000

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Sold

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,817 sqft

Price per Sqft $1,491

Subdivision Elmwood

MLS Listing ID 41137429

Sold Date 07/01/26

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1910

Lot Size 7,293 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source Bridge AOR

Property Description

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a pristine 1910 "Arts & Crafts" Bungalow in the heart of Berkeley's coveted Elmwood neighborhood! Tis special home is set on a large lot beautifully lanscaped lot. From the moment you step inside the gate the lovely garden will capture your imagination and inspire you. With the perfect blend of pollinator friendly plants and fruit trees this yard is made for enjoyment and exploring. Heading into the home you will see incredible original details make this residence special! Amazing woodwork throughout: sturdy craftsman cornices with stacked casing, wide frieze boards and handsome place rails. These rooms are beautiful lit with gorgeous period light fixtures. The fireplace is the heart of the living room. Featuring a prominent mantel and built-in bench seating this room is bathed in light from the adjacent enclosed sunporch. You may never want to leave the sun porch. The ideal spot to curl up with a book or a loved one this room is bathed in afternoon light and overl looks your own private butterfly preserve! The dining room features stunning coffered box beam ceilings and a gorgeous built-in hutch. The view of the backyard from the simple rustic eat-in kitchen is amazing and serene. The kitchen feels comfortable with wooden live edge countertops. A room off the kitchen, formerly the third bedroom, spills out to a the deck and backyard paradise. Owned for this last 30+ years by a professional landscaper and designed for ease of use this yard is private and full of great energy! On the main level level there are two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The second bedroom opens out to the deck as well. The large full sized attic can be accessed from the original "pull down" staircase or the exterior staircase. Whether you have hobbies, guests or need extra space this area will capture you imagination. There is tons of additional storage room in the eves of the double gabled dormer. Set in the historic leafy Elmwood neighborhood this home is considered a "Walker's Paradise" with a WalkScore of 95. BESO score 5

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Interior

Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling None

Flooring Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove Insert

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater

Laundry Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Exterior

Pool None

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Sprinklers In Rear

Story 2

Water Public, Irrigation Connected

Architectural Style Brown Shingle, Bungalow, Craftsman

Others

Special Listing Condition Standard

Bay East Association of Realtors
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