$1,995,000
OPEN THU 6:30PM - 8PM

1091 Creston Rd Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills Neighborhood

Estimated payment $12,139/month

Total Views 719
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft
$970 Price per Sq Ft

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

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.

Listing Agent

Mark Fleckles

License #01343751 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Co-Listing Agent

Ary Assadi

License #01912843

Open House Schedule

  • Thursday, July 17, 2025
    10:00 am to 1:00 pm
    7/17/2025 10:00:00 AM +00:00
    7/17/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00
    Broker Tour & Public Open House - 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.
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  • Thursday, July 17, 2025
    6:30 to 8:00 pm
    7/17/2025 6:30:00 PM +00:00
    7/17/2025 8:00:00 PM +00:00
    Twilight Open House - 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.
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  • Sunday, July 20, 2025
    2:00 to 4:00 pm
    7/20/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:00
    7/20/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    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.
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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
  • <<builtInOvenToken>>
  • 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

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
  • Special Features: 4097

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

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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
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

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/10/2025 07/10/25 For Sale $1,995,000 -20.2% $970 / 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
06/02/2023 06/02/23 Pending -- -- --
05/17/2023 05/17/23 For Sale $1,849,000 -- $899 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price 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 $950,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,750,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

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Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41104360

bridgeMLS

APN: 063-3140-112-00

California Alameda County Berkeley 94708 Berkeley Hills

1091 Creston Rd, Berkeley, CA

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