1055 STERLING AVENUE

• Sat May 16, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Extraordinary Level-In Mid-Century Compound with Art Deco Flair on a Rare Half-Acre in the North Berkeley Hills

• Sun May 17, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

  Extraordinary Level-In Mid-Century Compound with Art Deco Flair on a Rare Half-Acre in the North Berkeley Hills

Hidden behind mature trees on a rare, level +/- half acre lot in the North Berkeley Hills, this extraordinary Mid-Century compound feels like a private world unto itself—peaceful, expansive, and deeply connected to nature, yet moments from the energy of Berkeley below. With Golden Gate Bridge views and beautifully landscaped grounds, the 4BD/3.5BA, 3443 sqft main residence plus detached full-service guest apartment offers flexibility and soul in equal measure. Set back from the street beside the Keeler nature path, with beloved Remillard Park feeling like an extension of the property, the home unfolds through gardens, decks, and gathering spaces designed to slow you down and draw you outside. A spacious entry deck welcomes you into interiors where oversized windows frame greenery and Bay views. Inside, rich Mid-Century lines meet subtle Art Deco moments, blending warmth, glamour, and ease. Refinished hardwood floors and recessed lighting span the generous open floorplan, where formal sitting and dining rooms flow naturally into the heart of the home: an expansive kitchen and den wrapped in walls of windows and filled with light. Glass doors open directly to the backyard for seamless indoor/outdoor living. The kitchen balances character and functionality with a carved vintage wood island, new appliances, dual sinks, and updated countertops. Outside, the grounds invite dinner parties beneath the trees, afternoons on the lawn, or evenings on the rooftop deck watching the light shift over the Bay. The main level also includes a powder room, generous laundry and mudroom with sink and storage, and two large bedroom suites, each with full baths and flexible space for sitting areas or home offices. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms share a full bath and open to a rooftop deck with sweeping views. Above the garage, the detached 617 sqft guest studio apartment offers its own full kitchen and bathroom plus deck, views, and new appliances, creating ideal flexibility for guests, extended family, office use, or income potential. A two-car garage and two parking pads provide abundant off-street parking. Recent upgrades include a new electrical panel and new ductwork throughout the primary residence. Step outside to Berkeley’s famed parks and pathways, or head minutes down the hill to UC Berkeley, world-class dining, arts, and culture. This is a property that feels both tucked away and deeply connected—a true Berkeley retreat. BESO Compliant, Energy Score: 5

Current Status

New

Original Price

$1,995,000

List Price

$1,995,000

On Market Date

May 13, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Berkeley Hills

Zip Code

94708

MLS ID

41134561

APN

632978623

Year Built

1957

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

BAY EAST

Bed

4

Bath

4.5 (4/1)

Parking

2

Garage, Parking Spaces, Parking Lot

SQ FT

4,050

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

21,535.0

Lot Acres

0.49 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Skylight(s)

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Private Entrance

Flooring

Hardwood, Laminate, Tile

Foundation

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace

Laundry

Hookups Only

Main Level

2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths

Views

Bay, Golden Gate Bridge

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Mid Century Modern, Art Deco

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Private Entrance

Location

Level, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Paved, Private

Roof

Tar/Gravel

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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