$2,300,000
SOLD OCT 9, 2025
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft
0.37 Acres

Recently Sold

$1,119 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
  • 15,960 Sq Ft lot
  • 4-minute walk to Grizzly Peak Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee’s philosophy, the home features clean lines, floor-to-ceiling glass, warm wood tones, and thoughtful built-ins that blur the line between indoors and out. While the architectural integrity remains intact, the kitchen has been tastefully modernized to meet today’s standards. Reimagined with sleek built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances and an induction cooktop, it blends seamlessly into the home’s aesthetic while offering modern functionality. Set on over one-third of an acre, the property provides privacy, serenity, and the potential for an ADU. This is more than a home, it’s a livable work of art and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Berkeley treasure.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Fleckles

License #01343751 Listed on: 09/16/2025

Co-Listed By

Ary Assadi

License #01912843

Last Buyer's Agent

Amanda Brunato

Compass License #02021495

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,453

Year Built

  • Built in 1956

Lot Details

  • 0.37 Acre Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Mountain
  • Mount Tamalpais

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Rolled or Hot Mop Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Water Filtration System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Roger Lee
  • Cragmont Subdivision, Mid Century Modern Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 633140112

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,453

Year Built

Built in 1956

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBOEBMRE
  • Subdivision Name: Cragmont
  • Directions: Grizzly Peak to Creston Rd
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • remarks11: Sewer lateral & BESO compliant.
  • remarks22: Mark Fleckles - 510-967-6169 - Welcome to 1091 Creston Road, an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Bay Area architectural history. Perched in the Berkeley Hills with sweeping views of San Francisco, the Bay, and the Golden Gate, this mid-century modern masterpiece was designed by acclaimed architect Roger Lee-an East Bay modernist known for his elegant simplicity and deep connection to nature. Even more special, the home was custom-built for beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary. A quintessential example of Lee’s philosophy, the home features clean lines, floor-to-ceiling glass, warm wood tones, and thoughtful built-ins that blur the line between indoors and out. While the architectural integrity remains intact, the kitchen has been tastefully modernized to meet today’s standards. Reimagined with sleek built-in Fisher & Paykel appliances and an induction cooktop, it blends seamlessly into the home’s aesthetic while offering modern functionality. Set on over one-third of an acre, the property provides privacy, serenity, and the potential for an ADU. This is more than a home, it’s a livable work of art and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a true Berkeley treasure.
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Other
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System
  • Other Equipment: Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen, Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Other, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Mountain(s), Panoramic, San Francisco, Bridge(s), Mt Tamalpais
  • Builder Name: Roger Lee
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15960
  • Parcel Number: 633140112

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2025
Closed on
Sep 26, 2025
Sold by
Sakamoto Family Trust and Sakamoto Shelby Ryugo
Bought by
Correll Damien Lee and Correll Kimberly Elizabeth
Seller's Agent
Mark Fleckles
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Brunato
Compass
List Price
$2,300,000
Sold Price
$2,300,000
Views
27

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-43.34%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Outstanding Balance
$499,553
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,648,863

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2024
Sold by
Sakamoto Family Trust and Sakamoto Charlie Tsuneo
Bought by
Sakamoto Family Trust and Sakamoto

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$950,000
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 17, 2023
Closed on
Jun 23, 2023
Sold by
Edith Mcclusky Zinn Trust
Bought by
Sakamoto Family Trust and Sakamoto
Seller's Agent
John Seravic
Buyer's Agent
Ricky Lee
KW Advisors
List Price
$1,849,000
Sold Price
$2,500,000
Premium/Discount to List
$651,000
35.21%
Views
361

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.14%
Original Mortgage
$1,750,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 31, 2021
Sold by
Zinn Edith Mcclusky and Zinn Edith M
Bought by
Zinn Edith Mcclusky and Zinn Carter
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,300,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed $2,500,000 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $500,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $950,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,750,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Sold $2,300,000 0.0% $1,119 / Sq Ft
09/18/2025 09/18/25 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2025 09/16/25 For Sale $2,300,000 -8.0% $1,119 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,500,000 -- --
07/03/2023 07/03/23 Sold $2,500,000 +35.2% $1,216 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $1,849,000 -- $899 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $13,453 $716,503 $231,589 $491,914
2024 $13,453 $703,717 $227,048 $482,269
2023 $5,673 $120,254 $62,213 $65,041
2022 $5,422 $117,760 $60,994 $63,766
2021 $5,374 $115,314 $59,798 $62,516
2020 $4,962 $121,060 $59,185 $61,875
2019 $4,614 $118,687 $58,025 $60,662
2018 $4,470 $116,360 $56,887 $59,473
2017 $4,274 $114,079 $55,772 $58,307
2016 $4,011 $111,842 $54,678 $57,164
2015 $3,925 $110,162 $53,857 $56,305
2014 $3,613 $108,004 $52,802 $55,202
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41111762

bridgeMLS

APN: 063-3140-112-00