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Discover a rare Berkeley Hills property offering the best of all worlds: beautiful Bay and Golden Gate Bridge views, a flat, usable yard, and a fully permitted detached Mid-Century Modern ADU. Thoughtfully remodeled and meticulously maintained, this 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property combines modern comfort, timeless character, and exceptional versatility in one of Berkeley's most desirable neighborhoods. The beautifully updated main residence is filled with natural light and offers inviting living spaces with effortless indoor-outdoor flow. At the heart of the home is a chef's kitchen featuring a Viking range, Sub-Zero refrigerator, Miele dishwasher, and beautiful teak cabinetry. Fully remodeled and move-in ready, the home reflects years of thoughtful care and attention to detail. Equally impressive is the rare combination of beautiful views and a flat, functional yard, a particularly desirable find in the Berkeley Hills. Whether entertaining, gardening, playing, or simply relaxing outdoors, this property offers the outdoor lifestyle so many hillside homes lack. Adding exceptional flexibility is the fully permitted, detached Mid-Century Modern cottage/ADU, complete with a separate meter, cork flooring, updated kitchen, bathroom, and in-unit laundry. Ideal for a home office, guest accommodations, multigenerational living, or potential rental income. Additional highlights include an impressive BESO score of 10 and a convenient location near Tilden Regional Park, Solano Avenue, Marin Avenue, and the vibrant shops, cafés, and restaurants of North Berkeley, with easy access to hiking trails and outdoor recreation. A truly special opportunity to enjoy three highly sought-after features in one Berkeley Hills property: iconic Bay and Golden Gate Bridge views, a rare flat yard, and a fully permitted detached ADU.

A true hidden gem in Maxwell Park, this beautifully updated home has undergone extensive improvements with over $100,000 in thoughtful renovations. Every detail has been carefully considered, creating a property that seamlessly blends modern comfort with timeless charm. At the heart of the home is a chef’s kitchen equipped with high-end appliances, perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. An added bathroom enhances functionality, while the overall layout offers ease and flow throughout. The outdoor spaces are equally impressive. A detached garage is surrounded by a lush, productive garden featuring more than 26 mature fruit trees and vines that extend into the front yard, along with multiple vegetable beds that provide year-round harvests and a true farm-to-table lifestyle. Major system upgrades include a reinforced foundation, a newer roof, and fresh interior and exterior paint, all complemented by meticulous care and attention throughout the property. The result is a home that offers exceptional quality, comfort, and peace of mind. With its extensive upgrades, abundant outdoor amenities, and pride of ownership throughout, this residence stands out as one of the best values in the neighborhood. Opportunities like this are rare.

The street is aptly named; Skyline Boulevard runs along the crest of the Oakland Hills, in fresh air high above the bustling city below. The home, fully remodeled in 2020-21, rests on a sprawling 1.13-acre lot, surrounded by mature pine, maple, oak, laurel, Hawthorn and dicot trees. Enter through either of two electronic gates onto the circular driveway. Welcome guests into the foyer, and one’s attention immediately is drawn to the Great Room (which truly is great), some 817 square feet in size under a peaked, beamed ceiling above, with white oak hardwoods below. It adjoins the open-concept kitchen, which features a professional-grade Kucht oven, LG refrigerator, an immense natural stone island (seating at least five at a breakfast bar), white quartz counters, and Diotti cabinetry. The Great Room and kitchen lead outdoors through floor-to-ceiling sliders to a spacious wood deck, which surveys the trees and hillside below. To the other side is the dining room, which easily sits eight under an elegant tray ceiling. Four bedrooms lie on the main floor. Three, including the principal suite, are found down a long hallway from the Great Room. The principal suite offers a distinctive electric fireplace and heater, and garden and hillside views. The en-suite bathroom features an oversized shower (with fixtures at either end, and black Bullnose Majestic Royal Neo Matte Porcelain tile), dual sinks, and heated floors. The fourth bedroom sits at the other end of the floor, with its own full bathroom, adjacent to the LG-equipped laundry room. Downstairs is a family/playroom that simultaneously accommodates movie-watching on an immense Sony television, and a well-appointed home gym with Tonal and Peloton equipment. Work from home is easy. The fourth bedroom is currently configured as an elegant office, and the sitting room near the foyer could be configured as an office as well. Outside, a grassy area invites play, and a distinctive firepit will invite outdoor collegiality and conversation with guests regardless of any winter chill. The home is ideal for guests, an au pair, or multigenerational living. On the home’s lower level sits an elegant one-bedroom apartment – it’s too distinctive to dismiss it as a mere ADU – with a spacious bedroom, full kitchen (with LG and Samsung appliances), full bathroom, large living room, and separate entrance (and indeed a separate legal address, 13557 Skyline Boulevard). Including the apartment, the home has five bedrooms and four and one-half bathrooms in all, and spans 4,670 square feet. Parking is easy in the garage (with EV charger) and in the circular driveway in front of the home. One need not descend from the hills to shop for groceries; the Skyline Community Market is on Skyline Boulevard just minutes away. And the safety-conscious will be reassured that the Oakland Fire Department maintains its fully staffed station just one minute down the road.

Set along one of Trestle Glen's picturesque, tree-lined streets, 1146 Excelsior Avenue is a beautiful, fully remodeled from top to bottom, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home, blending classic architectural character with modern comfort. Gracious proportions, abundant natural light, warm hardwood floors, and distinctive period details create an inviting sense of arrival. Luminous living spaces flow to an inviting kitchen and adjoining dining area designed for gathering, while generous windows frame leafy outlooks. A remarkably spacious basement adds valuable flexibility for storage, a workshop, fitness area, hobbies, or a family hang. Enjoy the winding streets and mature gardens of Trestle Glen, with Glenview Village, Lakeshore and Grand Avenue shopping and dining, Lake Merritt, parks, and Bay Area connections all within easy reach. A special opportunity to enjoy architectural character, modern updates, and exceptional versatility in a coveted Oakland setting.

The wait is over! Welcome to your spacious Maxwell Park retreat—with a beautiful ADU! Offering nearly 2,000 square feet of living space, this inviting home blends comfort, style, and versatility. The main level features two generous bedrooms, an elegant full bathroom, gleaming hardwood floors, and a charming wood-burning fireplace. The spacious kitchen is designed for gathering, with stone countertops and high-end appliances, including a beautiful gas range, two-drawer dishwasher, large refrigerator, and built-in wine fridge. There’s even a cozy spot to enjoy your morning coffee. Downstairs, discover an incredible one-bedroom, one-bathroom ADU/au pair suite complete with a full kitchen, modern lighting, and separate access—perfect for guests, extended family, or additional living flexibility. Step outside and enjoy the large backyard and expansive deck, ideal for gardening, relaxing, and effortless entertaining. And to top it all off, there’s a swim spa ready for year-round enjoyment!