971 Santa Barbara Rd Berkeley, CA 94707
Berkeley Hills NeighborhoodEstimated payment $11,085/month
Total Views
328
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,454
Sq Ft
$772
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Craftsman Architecture
- Cragmont Elementary School Rated A
- Updated Kitchen
- 4-minute walk to Grotto Rock Park
About This Home
Grand Craftsman home built by historic builder Charles Clinton Gifford for himself and family in the North Berkeley Hills. Beautiful 1925 architectural details throughout. Magnificent SF Bay views! The current owner bought the house in 1965 and is the second owner. Large 5+ bedrooms and 3 full baths. 1 bed and bath on the main level. 2454 SF plus bonus 234 SF California sleeping porch. Meticulously maintained and recently updated. Lots of parking, detached garage, charming private backyard. Perched just above Spruce St. transportation options. Come home to Berkeley!
Open House Schedule
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Saturday, June 28, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm6/28/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:006/28/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Grand Craftsman home built by historic builder Charles Clinton Gifford for himself and family in the North Berkeley Hills. Beautiful 1925 architectural details throughout. Magnificent SF Bay views! The current owner bought the house in 1965 and is the second owner. Large 5+ bedrooms and 3 full baths. 1 bed and bath on the main level. 2454 SF plus bonus 234 SF California sleeping porch. Meticulously maintained and recently updated. Lots of parking, detached garage, charming private backyard. Perched just above Spruce St. transportation options. Come home to Berkeley!Add to Calendar
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Sunday, June 29, 20252:00 to 4:00 pm6/29/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:006/29/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00Grand Craftsman home built by historic builder Charles Clinton Gifford for himself and family in the North Berkeley Hills. Beautiful 1925 architectural details throughout. Magnificent SF Bay views! The current owner bought the house in 1965 and is the second owner. Large 5+ bedrooms and 3 full baths. 1 bed and bath on the main level. 2454 SF plus bonus 234 SF California sleeping porch. Meticulously maintained and recently updated. Lots of parking, detached garage, charming private backyard. Perched just above Spruce St. transportation options. Come home to Berkeley!Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,827
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- City Lights
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Berkeley Hills Subdivision, Craftsman Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 63297338
Map
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,827 | $122,560 | $79,803 | $49,757 |
| 2023 | $6,582 | $127,019 | $78,238 | $48,781 |
| 2022 | $6,299 | $117,529 | $76,704 | $47,825 |
| 2021 | $6,247 | $115,087 | $75,200 | $46,887 |
| 2020 | $5,672 | $120,836 | $74,430 | $46,406 |
| 2019 | $5,180 | $118,466 | $72,970 | $45,496 |
| 2018 | $5,019 | $116,144 | $71,540 | $44,604 |
| 2017 | $4,816 | $113,867 | $70,137 | $43,730 |
| 2016 | $4,464 | $111,635 | $68,762 | $42,873 |
| 2015 | $4,367 | $109,958 | $67,729 | $42,229 |
| 2014 | $4,252 | $107,803 | $66,402 | $41,401 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2025 06/25/25 | For Sale | $1,895,000 | -- | $772 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | -- | None Listed On Document |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
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Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41102645
APN: 063-2973-038-00
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