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2909 Forest Ave

  • Berkeley, CA
  • $1,895,000
$1,895,000

2909 Forest Ave

3 Beds 2.5 Baths 2,240 Sq.Ft. 5,000 Sq.Ft.

Description

First time on the market in 65 years.

Just above the stately pillars of Claremont Court, on arguably the most stunning South Berkeley street lined by a canopy of old-growth sycamores, sits this classic 1916 Italianate Craftsman — offered for the first time in 65 years. Exceptional decorative corbels, exquisite period window detailing, and pristine red gum and white oak woodwork throughout speak to both the craftsmanship of the era and the care of those who have called it home.

Walk into a large entry hall, then step into a living room with original wood and glass pocket doors, which flows into a dining room with original white oak trim, crown moulding, and a built-in china cabinet. The kitchen and sun room combination opens to a large level-out deck, then just a few steps down to a lawn surrounded by established garden plantings. In addition to generously sized bedrooms and baths, a two-car garage has been expanded into a workshop with heating and skylights. A spacious basement provides bonus possibilities*, as well as a designated laundry area served by a laundry chute.

Close to the Elmwood Shopping District, Emerson & John Muir elementary schools**, Monkey Island, Willard Park, and the iconic Claremont Hotel and spa. Bus lines run down College Avenue and around the corner on Derby. The 36 line connects with Rockridge BART, and the Rockridge retail area — UC Berkeley is just a short distance away.

  • 3 bedrooms | 2.5 baths | 2,240 sq ft | 5,000 sq ft lot (per public record)

  • First time on the market in 65 years

  • Two-car garage/generous workshop

  • Established garden 

  • Close proximity to Elmwood Shops/Restaurants, Parks, BART, & UC Berkeley

*Buyer to verify use of space. Neither seller nor listing agent has investigated or verified the accuracy of any of these sources of information nor that these spaces are or may be made into legally habitable spaces. Buyer must conduct their own investigation with the city and appropriate professionals and rely solely on that investigation.* *Any interested parties should verify the school district and availability, as attendance and attending the closest school is not guaranteed.

 

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Location

2909 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

Status

Pending

1916

1916

Year Built

3

3

Total Bedrooms

2.5

2.5

Total Bathrooms

2,240

2,240

Sq.Ft.

Living Space

5,000

5,000

Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

2.0

2.0

Garage Spaces

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Interior

Total Bedrooms

3

Total Bathrooms

2.5

Full Bathrooms

2

Half Bathroom

1

Laundry room

220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Basement, Laundry Room, Washer

Flooring

Hardwood, Laminate

Fireplace

Living Room

Appliances

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Other Interior Features

Storage, Unfinished Room, Breakfast Bar, Pantry
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Exterior & Building

Stories

2

Garage Spaces

2.0

Water Source

Public

Pool

None

Roof

Composition Shingles, Other

Lot Features

Premium Lot, Rectangular Lot

Parking

Detached, Garage, Off Street, Workshop in Garage

Heat Type

Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas

Air Conditioning

None

Sewer

Public Sewer

Substructure

Concrete

Other Exterior Features

Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
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Lot & Area

Status

Pending

Living Area

2,240 Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

5,000 Sq.Ft.

MLS® ID

41134954

Type

Residential

Year Built

1916

Neighborhood

Berkeley

Architecture Styles

Craftsman
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Finance

Sales Price

$1,895,000

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Berkeley

Internationally known for its intellectual richness, cultural diversity, and progressive values.

Welcome to Berkeley

Internationally known for its intellectual richness, cultural diversity, and progressive values, Berkeley is a model California city that its residents are proud to call home.
 
With an abundance of restaurants, cafes, museums, bookstores, art galleries, movie theaters, and performance venues befitting a university town, Berkeley has no shortage of activities to stimulate the senses. It’s also an incredibly picturesque city, with tree-lined streets, beautiful gardens, ample parks, and hidden walkways and staircases.
 
Berkeley’s distinct neighborhoods have a range of architectural styles, including charming Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, California cottages, wooded hillside retreats, and magnificent period revival homes. Much of  Berkeley’s real estate is notable for its singular architectural styles, some of which were designed by famed architects Bernard Maybeck, John Hudson Thomas and Julia Morgan.
 
In addition to being in close proximity to the prestigious University of California at Berkeley, residents also enjoy convenient freeway access to San Francisco, Oakland, and Silicon Valley. Three BART stations (Ashby, Downtown Berkeley, and North Berkeley), as well as the AC Transit bus system, serve the city. If you’re looking for an escape, Tilden Regional Park offers 2,065 acres of trails, meadows and forests, just minutes from downtown. You’ll also find biking trails, a botanical garden, picnic areas, an 18-hole golf course, and a lake for swimming. For kids, there’s a carousel ride, petting zoo, steam train, pony rides, and an environmental education center.
 
Come find out for yourself why so many of our agents call Berkeley home.
 

Neighborhoods

Berkeley Hills
Claremont, Uplands
Elmwood
Gourmet Ghetto, North Campus
Lorin, South Berkeley
Northbrae
Ocean View, Fourth Street
Panoramic Hill
Thousand Oaks
UC Berkeley, Southside
West Berkeley
Westbrae
Welcome to Berkeley Internationally known for its intellectual richness, cultural diversity, and progressive values, Berkeley is a model California city that its residents are proud to call home. With an abundance of restaurants, cafes, museums, bookstores, art galleries, movie theaters, and performance venues befitting a university town, Berkeley has no shortage of activities to stimulate the senses. It’s also an incredibly picturesque city, with tree-lined streets, beautiful gardens, ample parks, and hidden walkways and staircases. Berkeley’s distinct neighborhoods have a range of architectural styles, including charming Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, California cottages, wooded hillside retreats, and magnificent period revival homes. Much of Berkeley’s real estate is notable for its singular architectural styles, some of which were designed by famed architects Bernard Maybeck, John Hudson Thomas and Julia Morgan. In addition to being in close proximity to the prestigious University of California at Berkeley, residents also enjoy convenient freeway access to San Francisco, Oakland, and Silicon Valley. Three BART stations (Ashby, Downtown Berkeley, and North Berkeley), as well as the AC Transit bus system, serve the city. If you’re looking for an escape, Tilden Regional Park offers 2,065 acres of trails, meadows and forests, just minutes from downtown. You’ll also find biking trails, a botanical garden, picnic areas, an 18-hole golf course, and a lake for swimming. For kids, there’s a carousel ride, petting zoo, steam train, pony rides, and an environmental education center. Come find out for yourself why so many of our agents call Berkeley home. Neighborhoods Berkeley Hills Claremont, Uplands Elmwood Gourmet Ghetto, North Campus Lorin, South Berkeley Northbrae Ocean View, Fourth Street Panoramic Hill Thousand Oaks UC Berkeley, Southside West Berkeley Westbrae
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Kristi Roberts

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