865 Contra Costa Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
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865 Contra Costa Ave,Berkeley, CA 94707
$2,295,000
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 2,905 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: anna bellomo
Office: district homes
MLS#:41149025
Source:MLSListings
Price summary
- Price:$2,295,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$790.02
About this home
Just one block above Solano Avenue, the Gillespie House was commissioned in 1916 and designed by John Hudson Thomas. It’s a home that feels very much of its time—beautifully crafted, full of character, and thoughtfully designed. What makes the setting especially rare is the combination of walkability and views: one of the few streets in Berkeley where you can enjoy sweeping views while still being just a short stroll from the places that make daily life so convenient. JH Thomas was intentional about how the house sits on the lot, taking full advantage of its southwestern exposure. From different rooms and windows throughout the house, you get changing views that stretch from downtown Oakland to San Francisco and across to the North Bay. A proper foyer leads into an elegant living room and from there, multiple entries connect to a breakfast nook overlooking the Bay and an open, remodeled kitchen with beautiful Brazilian Santa Rita soapstone countertops, a 48 inch stove and plenty of storage. The dining room has all the presence of a proper formal room, with lovely built-ins and is both open to the kitchen and the courtyard too—a magical space that hints at France. Doors open, meals outside. The house transitions from entertaining to living as you enter the rear of the home t...
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Home facts
- Year built:1916
- Listing ID #:41149025
- Added:6 day(s) ago
- Updated:September 28, 2026 at 06:45 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:3
- Flooring:Hardwood, Tile
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Oven Range, Refrigerator
- Living area:2,905 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Heating:Central Forced Air
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Composition
- Year built:1916
- Building area:2,905 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.12 Acres
- Architectural Style:Traditional
- Construction Materials:Siding - Wood
- Exterior Features:Patio
- Levels:2 Story
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$2,295,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$790.02
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer
Parking
- Parking description:1 Cars Garage, Detached Garage, Garage
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