1540 Summit Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated payment $7,631/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Custom Home
- Private Lot
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- View of Trees or Woods
- Wooded Lot
About This Home
Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Berkeley Hills near Tilden Park, this home offers a peaceful retreat with stunning gardens and unparalleled privacy and serenity. Custom built in 1967 by the current owners, the warm and inviting atmosphere features a high vaulted entryway and an open-concept living area with redwood paneled ceilings and custom details. Large windows throughout the home frame stunning views of the gardens and adjacent open space. The thoughtful design creates a perfect balance of shared and private spaces, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a comfortable den, and a large office with built-in desks and bookcases. An expansive outdoor deck connects the main living space with beautifully landscaped gardens, mature fruit trees, stone walkways, seating areas, and a seasonal creek. The spacious 4th bedroom has direct access to the garden and side deck. This house is lovingly maintained, with freshly refinished hardwood floors throughout and a new class A fire rated roof with transferable warranty. This is the perfect sanctuary for those seeking quiet, access to nature, and proximity to UC Berkeley and the vibrant culture of the Bay Area. A must-see! Bonus: PG&E is undergrounding wires for additional fire protection. Street repaving slated for early 2026 per PG&E.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, October 19, 20252:00 to 4:30 pm10/19/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:0010/19/2025 4:30:00 PM +00:00Nestled at the end of a cul-de-sac in the Berkeley Hills near Tilden Park, this home offers a peaceful retreat with stunning gardens and unparalleled privacy and serenity. Custom built in 1967 by the current owners, the warm and inviting atmosphere features a high vaulted entryway and an open-concept living area with redwood paneled ceilings and custom details. Large windows throughout the home frame stunning views of the gardens and adjacent open space. The thoughtful design creates a perfect balance of shared and private spaces, with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a comfortable den, and a large office with built-in desks and bookcases. An expansive outdoor deck connects the main living space with beautifully landscaped gardens, mature fruit trees, stone walkways, seating areas, and a seasonal creek. The spacious 4th bedroom has direct access to the garden and side deck. This house is lovingly maintained, with freshly refinished hardwood floors throughout and a new class A fire rated roof.Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,185
Year Built
- Built in 1967
Lot Details
- 5,263 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- South Facing Home
- Private Lot
- Secluded Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Wooded Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Carport
Property Views
- Woods
- Trees
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Contemporary Architecture
- Slab Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Raised Hearth
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Double Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
- Laundry Chute
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Custom Built By Owners Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 602490452
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,185 | $178,349 | $21,573 | $163,776 |
2024 | $9,185 | $174,715 | $21,150 | $160,565 |
2023 | $8,883 | $178,152 | $20,735 | $157,417 |
2022 | $8,744 | $167,660 | $20,329 | $154,331 |
2021 | $8,677 | $164,235 | $19,930 | $151,305 |
2020 | $7,915 | $169,480 | $19,726 | $149,754 |
2019 | $7,265 | $166,157 | $19,339 | $146,818 |
2018 | $7,037 | $162,900 | $18,960 | $143,940 |
2017 | $6,770 | $159,706 | $18,588 | $141,118 |
2016 | $6,295 | $156,575 | $18,224 | $138,351 |
2015 | $6,156 | $154,223 | $17,950 | $136,273 |
2014 | $5,945 | $151,202 | $17,598 | $133,604 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
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10/08/2025 10/08/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $430 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41114140

APN: 060-2490-045-02
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