1055 STERLING AVENUE, Berkeley, CA 94708

$1,995,000

Hidden behind mature trees on a rare, level +/- half acre lot in the North Berkeley Hills, this extraordinary Mid-Century compound feels like a private world unto itself—peaceful, expansive, and deeply connected to nature, yet moments from the energy of Berkeley below. With Golden Gate Bridge views and beautifully landscaped… Read More grounds, the 4BD/3.5BA, 3443 sqft main residence plus detached full-service guest apartment offers flexibility and soul in equal measure. Set back from the street beside the Keeler nature path, with beloved Remillard Park feeling like an extension of the property, the home unfolds through gardens, decks, and gathering spaces designed to slow you down and draw you outside. A spacious entry deck welcomes you into interiors where oversized windows frame greenery and Bay views. Inside, rich Mid-Century lines meet subtle Art Deco moments, blending warmth, glamour, and ease. Refinished hardwood floors and recessed lighting span the generous open floorplan, where formal sitting and dining rooms flow naturally into the heart of the home: an expansive kitchen and den wrapped in walls of windows and filled with light. Glass doors open directly to the backyard for seamless indoor/outdoor living. The kitchen balances character and functionality with a carved vintage wood island, new appliances, dual sinks, and updated countertops. Outside, the grounds invite dinner parties beneath the trees, afternoons on the lawn, or evenings on the rooftop deck watching the light shift over the Bay. The main level also includes a powder room, generous laundry and mudroom with sink and storage, and two large bedroom suites, each with full baths and flexible space for sitting areas or home offices. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full bath and open to a rooftop deck with sweeping views. Above the garage, the detached 617 sqft guest studio apartment offers its own full kitchen and bathroom plus deck, views, and new appliances, creating ideal flexibility for guests, extended family, office use, or income potential. A two-car garage and two parking pads provide abundant off-street parking. Recent upgrades include a new electrical panel and new ductwork throughout the primary residence. Step outside to Berkeley’s famed parks and pathways, or head minutes down the hill to UC Berkeley, world-class dining, arts, and culture. This is a property that feels both tucked away and deeply connected—a true Berkeley retreat. BESO Compliant, Energy Score: 5 Read Less

Courtesy of David Gunderman, KW Advisors East Bay 510-775-1079

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

May 18, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

4,050

Lot Size

0.49 Acres

Year Built

1957

MLS Number

41134561

30 Days Snapshot Of 94708

$1.79M

-8%

(avg) sold price

-56%

homes sold

+44%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Electric Range", "Refrigerator", "Gas Water Heater"

Building

Building Area Total: 4050, Construction Materials: "Stucco", Living Area: 4050, Year Built: 1957, Level - Street: "2 Bedrooms", "2.5 Baths"

Cooling

Cooling: "None"

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Back Yard", "Front Yard", "Garden/Play", "Storage", "Landscape Back", "Landscape Front", "Low Maintenance", "Private Entrance"

Fence

Fencing: "Fenced", "Partial"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Included

Floors

Flooring: "Hardwood", "Laminate", "Tile"

Garage

2 garage spaces, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: "Forced Air", "Natural Gas", "Wall Furnace", Heating Included

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Pantry"

Laundry

Features: "Hookups Only"

Lot

Lot Features: "Level", "Premium Lot", "Back Yard", "Front Yard", "Landscaped", "Paved", "Private", Lot Size Acres: 0.49, Lot Size Area: 21535, Lot Size Square Feet: 21535, Parcel Number: 632978623

Parking

Parking Features: "Garage", "Parking Spaces", "Parking Lot"

Pool

Pool Features: "None"

Property

Property Condition: "Existing", Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, View: "Bay", "Golden Gate Bridge"

Roof

Roof: "Tar/Gravel"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Utilities

Electric: "No Solar", Water Source: "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Skylight(s)"

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