
198 Bret Harte Rd Berkeley, CA 94708
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated payment $8,302/month
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- No HOA
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- 4-minute walk to Remillard Park
About This Home
Exquisite design and modern comforts await in this completely reimagined, level-in 3+BD/2.5BA in the lower Berkeley Hills (w/metal and fire resistant fencing!). This elegant 2036 SQFT home features a hybrid of elegant and playful upgrades and stunning original details. Step into the open floor plan w/ a living room boasting coffered ceiling, fireplace w/copper hood, mullioned windows and refinished hardwood floors that span into the kitchen and dining area. The eat-in kitchen includes custom paneled appliances, quartz waterfall counters, and fresh new cabinets coupled w/the original copper hardware. The family room’s French doors open onto a deck for indoor/outdoor living. The stunning 2-level primary suite offers a soaring ceiling, spiral staircase to sleeping loft, peek-a-boo bridge views, 2 large closets, and a gorgeous ensuite bath w/dual vanity. Another bedroom enjoys garden views w/chic modern hall bath w/heated floors and bench. A 3rd bedroom features custom shelving, half bath and dedicated doors to the garden. Relax in the lovely outdoors w/majestic redwood, new retaining walls and stairs, and 220’ designer fire-resistant fencing, and off-street parking. Explore the serenity of local paths, walking access to 3 local parks and the world-class amenities of North Berkeley.
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, August 23, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm8/23/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:008/23/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00A Berkeley Hills Level-in Sanctuary with Impeccable Modern Design and Vintage CharmAdd to Calendar
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Sunday, August 24, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm8/24/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:008/24/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00A Berkeley Hills Level-in Sanctuary with Impeccable Modern Design and Vintage CharmAdd to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,946
Year Built
- Built in 1926
Lot Details
- 5,076 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Back Yard
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Skylights
- Living Room with Fireplace
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Built-In Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Radiant Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 63298512
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 | $14,946 | $965,857 | $291,857 | $681,000 |
2024 | $14,946 | $946,788 | $286,136 | $667,652 |
2023 | $14,631 | $935,088 | $280,526 | $654,562 |
2022 | $14,363 | $909,760 | $275,028 | $641,732 |
2021 | $14,394 | $891,786 | $269,636 | $629,150 |
2020 | $13,612 | $889,572 | $266,871 | $622,701 |
2019 | $13,067 | $872,136 | $261,641 | $610,495 |
2018 | $12,845 | $855,042 | $256,512 | $598,530 |
2017 | $12,398 | $838,283 | $251,485 | $586,798 |
2016 | $11,996 | $821,852 | $246,555 | $575,297 |
2015 | $11,834 | $809,511 | $242,853 | $566,658 |
2014 | $11,699 | $793,660 | $238,098 | $555,562 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
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08/20/2025 08/20/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $636 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
Grant Deed | $698,000 | Placer Title Company |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $235,000 | New Conventional | |
Open | $2,062,500 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
Previous Owner | $220,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $274,500 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $249,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $50,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
Previous Owner | $390,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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