1705 La Loma Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
1705 La Loma Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709
Property Description
Magical views from this rare Berkeley masterpiece, the historic Rees House beautifully blends iconic architect Bernard Maybeck’s interpretation of a Swiss Chalet with modern luxury. Built in 1906 and honored with a 1991 BAHA Restoration and Renovation Award, the home features exquisite craftsmanship, dramatic balconies, generous eaves, a gabled roof, and panoramic Bay views. The private third-floor primary retreat includes a lounge, dressing room, renovated bath, balcony, and breathtaking views. Four additional bedrooms with lovely views are arranged for flexible use on the second level. Spectacular tiered gardens offer entertaining terraces, a koi pond, hot tub, and fruit orchard. A striking two-story detached studio or guest house strikes a distinctly modern tone that complements the main house. Privately set on a large lot near UC Berkeley, with garage and off-street parking for several cars, this property is a true Berkeley treasure. HOME ENERGY SCORE 1. Views: Downtown
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
Berkeley · Single Family Residence
Listed 44.1% above the median closed sale of $4,337,350. Price per sqft ($1,438) is a 68% premium to closed comps ($857). Closed comps sold at 131% of list — strong seller's market. Comparable homes are moving quickly (avg 25 days on market). Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 590 Gravatt Dr | Berkeley | 2019 | 4 | 4 | 4,067 | 8,986 | $663 | $2.69M | 9 | 75 |
| 20 Oak Ridge Rd | Berkeley | 1915 | 5 | 5 | 4,119 | 8,150 | $727 | $3.00M | 4 | 73 |
| 6900 Charing Cross Rd | Berkeley | 1994 | 6 | 4 | 4,130 | 9,086 | $484 | $2.00M | 19 | 62 |
| 1026 Grizzly Peak Blvd | Berkeley | 2023 | 5 | 6 | 3,940 | 6,810 | $887 | $3.50M | 32 | 58 |
| 2413 Browning St | Berkeley | 1947 | 5 | 3 | 3,820 | 6,000 | $496 | $1.90M | 4 | 55 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 5.0 | 4.4 | 4,015.2 | 7,806.4 | $651.4 | $2.62M | 13.6 | |||
| Median | 4,067 | $2.69M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2558 Hilgard Ave | Berkeley | 1928 | 08/03/2026 | 5 | 4 | 4,760 | 6,250 | $2.00M | $2.45M | $515 | 1.23 | 25 | 71 |
| 2241 Glen Ave | Berkeley | 1925 | 09/11/2026 | 5 | 5 | 4,432 | 7,644 | $3.00M | $4.40M | $993 | 1.47 | 23 | 64 |
| 1426 Grand View Dr | Berkeley | 1998 | 05/26/2026 | 4 | 4 | 4,895 | 10,640 | $2.80M | $2.80M | $572 | 1.00 | 24 | 62 |
| 822 Mendocino Ave | Berkeley | 1912 | 08/31/2026 | 5 | 5 | 4,126 | 5,512 | $2.98M | $4.80M | $1,163 | 1.61 | 25 | 61 |
| 1998 SAN ANTONIO AVENUE | Berkeley | 1929 | 07/24/2026 | 4 | 4 | 4,154 | 13,400 | $3.50M | $4.34M | $1,044 | 1.24 | 27 | 59 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4,473.4 | 8,689.2 | $3.76M | $3.76M | $857.4 | — | 24.8 | ||||
| Median | 4,432 | $4.34M | $4.34M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.