Found 30 blog entries tagged as Berkeley Real Estate.


Published October 1, 2026

Every once in a while a Berkeley home comes on the market that reminds you why architecture in the East Bay can be so interesting.

141 Fairlawn Drive in the Berkeley Hills is one of those houses.

Built in 1972, the striking glass, steel and redwood residence was designed by architect Andrew Batey for architectural photographer Henry Bowles. More than half a century later, the house still looks remarkably contemporary—and its dramatic two-story wall of glass has helped turn the property into one of the most talked-about homes currently on the market.

The home is currently offered at $1,088,000. It has two bedrooms, three bathrooms and approximately 1,625 square feet of living space on a 4,905-square-foot lot.

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Berkeley Hills, North Berkeley, and Elmwood are three of Berkeley’s most desirable residential areas, but they provide noticeably different home-buying experiences. The Berkeley Hills generally appeal to buyers who prioritize views, privacy, distinctive architecture, and access to nature. North Berkeley offers a balance of traditional homes, neighborhood shopping, BART access, and an established residential atmosphere. Elmwood is often the strongest choice for buyers who want classic architecture combined with a highly walkable location near shops, restaurants, UC Berkeley, and Oakland’s Rockridge neighborhood.

There is no single “best” Berkeley neighborhood for every buyer. The right choice usually depends on how much importance you place on…

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The Berkeley hills are alive with distinctive and imaginative homes.  A lot of this effect has been due to the unique development of the Arts and Craft movement, which found a home in the Bay area due to the influence of well known Bay area architects, and the University of California's School of Architecture.

This home, to be seen below, located at 91 Tunnel Road in Berkeley, was designed by renowned architect Walter Radcliff, and handsomely updated for today's living.  

It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms and 2048 sf of living space.  

There is no doubt that the living room is centered around, and enhanced by, the dramatic floor to ceiling multipaned leaded glass curved window at its far end. 

It has been carefully restored to its…

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This distinctive, and very serene home, located at 5950 Grizzly Peak Boulevard, sits high atop the Oakland hills, and is immediately adjacent to 928 acres of Sibley Regional Park with its many hiking and walking trails.  It offers 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 bathrooms in 2478 sf of living space, and an expansive above ground pool.   

Originally hand built on site using Montana pine, it has been meticulously upgraded to the imaginative present by architect Robert Helton and structural engineer Milton Leong. 

Every element of this home has been conceived to fit together as a relaxing and welcoming living experience.  A spacious front garden welcomes guests as they arrive, and invites various creative configurations of plants, bushes, trees and…

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The Home Cloister at 2900 Buena Vista Way in the Berkeley Hills, designed by architect John Hudson Thomas

High in the Berkeley Hills is an extraordinary residence whose architecture, setting and history make it unlike almost anything else in the East Bay.

Known as "The Home Cloister," the residence at 2900 Buena Vista Way was designed in 1927 by noted Berkeley architect John Hudson Thomas. Its design draws heavily from medieval European monasteries and castles, combining massive stonework, soaring interior spaces, arched openings and a central cloister-style courtyard.

The home contains approximately 7,526 square feet of living space with 6 bedrooms and 8 bathrooms. Over the years it has undergone extensive restoration and updating while retaining many of the architectural features that define the original design.

While "castle" may not be its…

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It is rare that one home can combine so many outstanding features into one unique living space. 

This special home, located at 10 Northgate Avenue, is high in the Berkeley hills, and provides stunning Bay area views. It is surrounded with long established, and well cared for gardens, and is just minutes from the many popular North Berkeley shops and restaurants.  

It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, and 1853 sf of living space.  

With well established fruit trees, plantings, and multiple gardens above and below this fully fenced private deck, one can enjoy a serene and comfortable living experience, and be able to host a variety of special events for friends and family.  

To compliment the already desirable elements of this…

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This handsome contemporary home sits high in the Berkeley hills, and offers a gracious and comfortable living experience that is impressively combined with the sweeping view of the Bay area, as is seen directly below.  

Located at 6822 Charing Cross Road, it offers 3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms in a very spacious 2534 sf of living space, and many additional and desirable upgraded amenities.  

One of the many benefits of living in the East Bay hills is the availability of captivating Bay area views like this, that seen just below the home.  Best of all, it is one that can be enjoyed 24 hours a day, and changes beautifully in effect as the days and seasons change.  

This home is especially well placed high above the interchange of Highways…

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Ideally located in Berkeley's Indian Rock neighborhood at 84 San Mateo Road, and close to the Marin Circle, this handsome tri-level Craftsman style home would be a pleasure to own. 

While updated for gracious living, it still has the classic architecture that makes the Craftsman style so cherished.  Its 2739 square feet of living space accommodates 4 bedrooms and 2 1/2 bathrooms.  

This warmly inviting living room is spacious, beautifully lit from multiple windows around the room, and anchored by a handsome central fireplace.  True to its era, a pair of built in window seats on either side provide a space for easy reading and relaxing while viewing the surrounding gardens.  

Just steps away, this handsome dining room awaits guests for…

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The neighborhood that is north of the University of California has been deemed "Northside", and is the location of many architectural and residential masterpieces designed by famous Berkeley architects over the years.  It has always been a joy to explore for those who appreciate this range and variety of creativity. 

The home above is located in these hills at 2525 Hill Court.  It offers 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in 1502 sf of living space. 

The living room seen above  is anchored by a dramatic floor to ceiling fireplace around which inviting and cozy sofas and soft chairs invite all to enjoy.  Just to the right is a stellar  balcony that features a sweeping view of the homes below, the UC Campanile, and the Bay area as seen below.

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Perfectly located in the hills of North Berkeley is this beautifully conceived, and classically styled, Mediterranean home.  It offers all the design elements that have made this style of home such a classic over the years.  

At 30 Alamo Avenue, it features 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in a very generous 2462 sf of living space.  

One's Mediterranean's living experience begins at the sturdy, and classically designed front gates-complete with studded front door panels, and large curved gate pulls. 

Directly ahead, is the entrance to the home, and the base of the first step features just part of the many multi-colored tiles that you will see throughout the home and patio as you tour.  

The home's front doors continue the theme of…

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