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2953 Hillegass Avenue

Berkeley CA 94705

3
2
1817 sq. ft.
7293 sq. ft.
Single-Family
Last sold for $2,710,000
Leif JenssenLeif Jenssen, last sold this property on 01 July 2026 after 25 days on market.

Overview

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

Features

3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
1817 sq. ft. floor area
7293 sq. ft. lot size
Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 3 bedroom single-family properties sold in Berkeley over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 2953 Hillegass Avenue is $2.14m.

Median value
$2.14m
Estimated value range
$1.27m - $3.5m
Median days on market
13
Estimated value trend
6%
increase over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Berkeley. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 2953 Hillegass Avenue

2026
Sold
$2,710,000
01 Jul 2026 by Leif Jenssen, of Vanguard Properties

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Local market activity for 3 bedroom single-family properties in Berkeley

In the last 12 months, 19 three-bedroom single-family properties similar to 2953 Hillegass Avenue, have been sold.

This represents a 38% increase in three-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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