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Berkeley,CA 94705
OPEN HOUSE
Sun Nov 02, 1:00pm - 4:30pm
Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 3,516 sqft
Price per Sqft $824
Subdivision Claremont
MLS Listing ID 41116364
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1967
Lot Size 0.379 Acres
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source Bridge AOR
Property Description
Architectural legacy meets California tranquility in this AIA-recognized residence by acclaimed architect Donald Olsen. Built in 1967 for his close friend David Ruth, this mid-century modern architecture includes a friendly floorplan with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths, showcasing Olsen's signature integration of geometry, light, and nature. Built on a secluded knoll-lot of approximately 0.38 acres around a magnificent heritage coastal live oak and perched above a serene creek, the home captures the essence of Berkeley's architectural and natural beauty. Thoughtfully preserved and meticulously improved, the property features walls of glass, original hardwood floors, seismic upgrades, landscape renovations by RDG Landscape Architects including a full native-plant and creek restoration, illuminated walkways, and the exterior patio is embossed with San Francisco cobblestones. A custom O2 Treehouse floats among the oaks, adding playfulness to the refined design. Set in the prestigious Claremont neighborhood, this property offers ADU or multi-generational potential and effortless access to the Claremont Club & Spa, Rockridge BART, and freeway access.
Location
State CA
County Alameda
Interior
Heating Zoned
Cooling None
Flooring Concrete,Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas Starter,Living Room
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator
Laundry Hookups Only,Laundry Room,Sink
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Pool None
View Forest,Trees/Woods
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Irregular Lot,Secluded,Private
Foundation Slab
Water Public
Architectural Style Mid Century Modern