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listing_id: EB41135296
status: Pending
price: 2895000
beds: 5
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 1
sqft_living: 4575
sqft_lot: 16295
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1936
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "1196 Keith Ave"
city: Berkeley
state: CA
zip: 94708
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.8872741
lng: -122.2583854
days_on_market: 14
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Anna Bellomo"
list_office: "District Homes"
list_agent_phone: "(510) 417-9390"
list_agent_license: 01822897
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-05-29
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Alameda County | Berkeley | 94708 | 1196 Keith Ave

1196 Keith Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708

MLS: EB41135296 | Status: PendingDoNotShow | Price: $2,895,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 3 /1
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 3 /1 4,575 16,295 1936

Remarks

Originally built in 1936 and once home to the founder of Peet's Coffee, this extraordinary Berkeley Hills residence has been completely reimagined through a meticulous down-to-the-studs design-build renovation by Levitch Associates. No expense was spared blending timeless architectural character with exceptional craftsmanship, modern functionality, and artistic detail — including a newly installed slab foundation as part of the extensive reconstruction. Nestled among the redwoods on a quiet cul-de-sac and set on a rare combined 16,295 sq ft — which includes the adjacent 6,000 sq ft parcel (APN 63-2988-49) — the property feels like a private forest sanctuary while remaining minutes from the very best of Berkeley. With only three steps to the entry, the home offers rare ease of access. A dramatic living room frames breathtaking Golden Gate Bridge and Bay views. The formal dining room flows into an extraordinary chef's kitchen with custom cabinetry, generous pantry, Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, and artisan details throughout. Custom artistic elements by local craftspeople include original stained glass, handcrafted iron stair railings, tile mosaic work, and a custom kitchen hood. The flexible floor plan offers five bedrooms, multiple office spaces, and expansive lower-level bo

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # EB41135296
MLS Source Bridge MLS

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Eat In Kitchen, Island, Pantry, Updated
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer
Family Room Separate Family Room
Fireplace Living Room
Flooring Concrete, Hardwood, Other, Tile
Laundry In Laundry Room
Cooling None
Heating Heating - 2+ Zones

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Custom

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking No Garage, Parking Space(s), Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District Berkeley Unified
High School District Berkeley Unified

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Anna Bellomo Kevin Mccaffrey
District Homes District Homes
License #: 01822897 License #: 02054744
Phone: (510) 417-9390 Phone: (510) 455-0725

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Cragmont Elementary School public K-5 0.67 mi 9
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School public K-5 0.98 mi 10
Martin Luther King Middle School public 6-8 1.13 mi 9
Thousand Oaks Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 9
Berkeley Special Education Preschool public UG 1.49 mi N/A
Berkeley High School public 9-12 1.52 mi 9
Ruth Acty Elementary public K-5 1.57 mi 9
Marin Elementary School public K-5 1.60 mi 8
Washington Elementary School public K-5 1.64 mi 10
Willard Middle School public 6-8 1.86 mi 10
Emerson Elementary School public K-5 1.86 mi 7
Albany High School public 9-12 1.95 mi 10
MacGregor High (Continuation) School public 10-12 1.95 mi N/A
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 public K-8 2.03 mi 10
Cornell Elementary School public K-5 2.03 mi 9
Berkeley Technology Academy public 10-12 2.05 mi 5
Sylvia Mendez Elementary public K-5 2.05 mi 8
Berkeley Adult public UG 2.06 mi N/A
Oxford Elementary School public K-5 2.07 mi 9
Albany Middle School public 6-8 2.10 mi 10

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1098 Siler Pl $2,888,000 4 3/1 3,267 Active
1545 Dwight Way $2,400,000 16 6/1 6,379 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 29, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Anna Bellomo, (510) 417-9390.