Water Views
Address
1085 Sterling Ave, Berkeley, CA
Price
$ 1,195,000
Property Attributes
- ID#41150529
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAlameda
- CityBerkeley
- NeighborhoodBerkeley Hills
- Zip94708
- StyleMid Century Modern
- Year Built1963
- Price$ 1,195,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms1
- Sqr Footage1929
- Lot Size0.12 Acres
Data Source:
Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS
Property Description
THE FEELING: Sweeping views of Marin, the Golden Gate, San Francisco, and Oakland through two-story floor-to-ceiling windows. A serene urban oasis with professionally landscaped gardens, multiple decks, and near Berkeley's most beloved parks. THE HOUSE: 3+ Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, 1,929 SQFT. Open floorplan that maximizes views and indoor/outdoor living. Primary suite with huge closets, remodeled bath, and sliding glass doors to a pergola-covered deck. Flexible lower-level room with separate entrance and built-in cabinetry — office, studio, or guest quarters. Three-car parking pad. Air conditioning. Fully upgraded. THE HEART OF THE HOME: Open kitchen, dining, and living area anchored by a sculptural freestanding fireplace, with glass doors to a large balcony and back doors to spacious decks and gardens. The gardens are serene and private — a genuine retreat steps from the living room. SYSTEMS & PEACE OF MIND: Mechanical chair lift in place. Heat Pump installed. BESO compliant. Home Energy Score: 9. OUTSIDE YOUR DOOR: Blocks from neighborhood parks with courts, playgrounds, and slides. Tilden Park is a short drive away for swimming, golf, hiking, and the Little Farm. Solano Avenue, UC Berkeley, and world-class dining and cultural amenities down the road.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 10/7/2026 | Listed $1,195,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1929 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Heat Pump,Fireplace(s) |
| Cooling | Heat Pump |
| Roof | Tar/Gravel |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Gas Range,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater |
| Garage Spaces | 3 |
| Architectural Style | Mid Century Modern |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Wood |
| Year Built | 1963 |
| Electric | No Solar |
| View | Bay,Bay Bridge,City Lights,Downtown,Hills,Mountain(s),Panoramic,Trees/Woods |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two Story |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| County | Alameda |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Berkeley Hills |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 6 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | CA-24 to Fish Ranch Road\Grizzly Peak Blvd to Sterling Ave. |
| City | Berkeley |
| MLS Area | Listing |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5341 |
| Property Condition | Existing |
| Virtual Tour | https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/45c593fb-d1af-4015-9c56-bea6bd460cf8?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Office,Updated Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood,Parquet,Carpet |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Free Standing,Living Room,Master Bedroom |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Hookups Only |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Kitchen Features | Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Microwave,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen |
| Total Baths | 3 |
| 1/2 Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Garden,Landscape Back,Landscape Front,Low Maintenance |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Fenced |
| Parking Features | Off Street,Parking Lot |
| Lot Features | Landscaped |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 5341 |
| Building Area Total | 1929 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.12 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94708
Price
Year Built
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