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listing_id: EB41137429
status: Active
price: 1695000
beds: 3
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1817
sqft_lot: 7293
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1910
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "2953 Hillegass Ave"
city: Berkeley
state: CA
zip: 94705
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.8563359
lng: -122.2549496
days_on_market: 2
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Leif Jenssen"
list_office: "Vanguard Properties"
list_agent_phone: "(510) 207-3387"
list_agent_license: 01182699
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-06-07
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Alameda County | Berkeley | 94705 | 2953 Hillegass Ave

2953 Hillegass Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

MLS: EB41137429 | Status: Active | Price: $1,695,000
Beds/Baths: 3 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
3 2 1,817 7,293 1910

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Sunday, June 7 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Leif Jenssen

Remarks

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 cou

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # EB41137429
MLS Source Bridge MLS
Days on Site 2

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Primary - Shower(s) over Tub(s), Primary - Tile, Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen/Family Room Combo
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener
Fireplace Insert, Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Stove
Flooring Hardwood, Wood
Laundry In Laundry Room
Cooling None
Heating Forced Air, Gas

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Brown Shingle, Bungalow, Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Tandem Parking, Garage: 0 Car(s)

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Leif Jenssen Tamir Mansour
Vanguard Properties Vanguard Properties
License #: 01182699 License #: 01950551
Phone: (510) 207-3387 Phone: (510) 908-3370

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Willard Middle School public 6-8 0.35 mi 10
Emerson Elementary School public K-5 0.42 mi 7
Sylvia Mendez Elementary public K-5 0.44 mi 8
Peralta Elementary School public K-5 0.52 mi 8
John Muir Elementary School public K-5 0.55 mi 9
Claremont Middle School public 6-8 0.75 mi 9
Chabot Elementary School public K-5 0.79 mi 9
Sankofa United Elementary School public K-5 0.84 mi 2
Berkeley Independent Study K-8 public K-8 0.89 mi 10
Berkeley Technology Academy public 10-12 0.91 mi 5
Malcolm X Elementary School public K-5 1.05 mi 8
Washington Elementary School public K-5 1.22 mi 10
Berkeley High School public 9-12 1.22 mi 9
Kaiser Early Childhood Center public KG 1.30 mi N/A
Berkeley Special Education Preschool public UG 1.34 mi N/A
Emerson Elementary School public K-5 1.52 mi 5
Oakland International High School public 9-12 1.61 mi 1
Hillcrest Elementary School public K-8 1.62 mi 9
Home And Hospital Program public K-12 1.64 mi N/A
Young Adult Program public 12 1.64 mi N/A

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6401 Benvenue Avenue $1,725,000 3 2/1 1,537 Active
1470 Cornell Ave $1,895,000 4 3 1,935 Active
1418 Spruce St $1,998,000 5 3 2,623 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of June 07, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Leif Jenssen, (510) 207-3387.