2953 Hillegass Ave

Once in a lifetime opportunity to own a pristine 1910 "Arts & Crafts" Bungalow in the heart of Berkeley's coveted Elmwood neighborhood! Tis special home is set on a large lot beautifully lanscaped lot. From the moment you step inside the gate the lovely garden will capture your imagination and inspire you. With the perfect blend of pollinator friendly plants and fruit trees this yard is made for enjoyment and exploring. Heading into the home you will see incredible original details make this residence special! Amazing woodwork throughout: sturdy craftsman cornices with stacked casing, wide frieze boards and handsome place rails. These rooms are beautiful lit with gorgeous period light fixtures. The fireplace is the heart of the living room. Featuring a prominent mantel and built-in bench seating this room is bathed in light from the adjacent enclosed sunporch. You may never want to leave the sun porch. The ideal spot to curl up with a book or a loved one this room is bathed in afternoon light and overl looks your own private butterfly preserve! The dining room features stunning coffered box beam ceilings and a gorgeous built-in hutch. The view of the backyard from the simple rustic eat-in kitchen is amazing and serene. The kitchen feels comfortable with wooden live edge countertops. A room off the kitchen, formerly the third bedroom, spills out to a the deck and backyard paradise. Owned for this last 30+ years by a professional landscaper and designed for ease of use this yard is private and full of great energy! On the main level level there are two additional bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The second bedroom opens out to the deck as well. The large full sized attic can be accessed from the original "pull down" staircase or the exterior staircase. Whether you have hobbies, guests or need extra space this area will capture you imagination. There is tons of additional storage room in the eves of the double gabled dormer. Set in the historic leafy Elmwood neighborhood this home is considered a "Walker's Paradise" with a WalkScore of 95. BESO score 5

Current Status

New

Original Price

$1,695,000

List Price

$1,695,000

On Market Date

Jun 5, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Elmwood

Zip Code

94705

MLS ID

41137429

APN

52157325

Year Built

1910

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

2

Parking

0

Off Street, Tandem, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+

SQ FT

1,817

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

7,293.0

Lot Acres

0.17 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Filter System, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener, Tankless Water Heater, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Range/Oven Free Standing

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private Entrance, Yard Space

Flooring

Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove Insert

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Upper Level

Other

Main Level

2 Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, Laundry Facility, Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Brown Shingle, Bungalow, Craftsman

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Stall Shower, Updated Baths

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Storage, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private Entrance, Yard Space

Location

Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private, Sprinklers In Rear

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public, Irrigation Connected

Fee

Unavailable

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