551 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
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OFF MARKET

$2,830,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 3,498 sqft

551 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707

Est. Refi. Payment $17,506/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 24, 2015 for $1,950,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$2.83M
Since last month
Decreased$20K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$221K (+8.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$885K (+45.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +41% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$2.84M
August 2026$2.83M
July 2026$2.86M
June 2026$2.92M
May 2026$2.89M
April 2026$2.94M
March 2026$2.98M
February 2026$2.83M
January 2026$2.67M
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
600 San Luis Rd, Berkeley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$2,560,000
02/25/26
5
2.5
3,420
744 Coventry Rd, Kensington, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,900,000
12/09/25
4
3
2,768
566 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
11/04/25
4
2
2,729
515 Vincente Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,620,000
07/17/26
4
3
2,748
1821 San Juan Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$2,350,000
10/31/25
3
1.5
2,065
1915 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Berkeley, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$3,150,000
06/04/26
6
4.5
4,420
1923 Thousand Oaks Blvd, Berkeley, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$3,000,000
09/30/25
3
2.5
2,454
520 Coventry Rd, Kensington, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,800,000
09/26/25
4
3.5
2,975
549 Santa Barbara Rd, Berkeley, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
02/27/26
5
3
2,427
629 Santa Rosa Ave, Berkeley, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$2,380,000
06/17/26
4
3
2,147

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1821 San Juan Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.03
$2,336,700
3
1.5
2,065
Off Market
583 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.06
$1,972,100
3
1
1,824
Off Market
1869 San Ramon Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.07
$2,058,200
3
3
1,941
Off Market
1835 San Antonio Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.09
$2,648,800
5
3
3,106
Off Market
566 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.10
$1,839,200
4
2
2,729
Off Market
540 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.11
$2,609,000
4
3.5
2,326
Off Market
1875 San Antonio Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.10
$1,662,200
4
2.5
2,119
Off Market
576 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.11
$2,607,800
5
3
2,779
Off Market
451 Vincente Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.12
$1,025,000
5
2
2,177
Recently Sold
592 The Alameda, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.13
$1,621,000
5
2
2,655
Off Market
454 Vincente Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.15
$1,956,000
3
2.5
2,167
Recently Sold
581 Arlington Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
0.15
$1,345,100
2
1
1,070
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1925
3,498 sqft
$809/sqft
Garage

About this House

Warmth and functionality blend superbly in this extensively rebuilt modern home by Berkeley architect, Guy Lubroth. This exceptional Thousand Oaks home features expansive wood windows with peakaboo Bay views, a stunning combined kitchen and family room opening to deck and terrace, exquisite master suite, guest suite, multi-purpose room, spacious laundry and private office with separate entrance and terrace. The covered entry with its 15' long concrete bench welcomes you to the beautiful 4' wide doug fir door with water glass side lights opening into a generous entry with all new warm oak floors. The stunning light-filled staircase draws you upstairs with its curvy and sensuous doug fir railing. Turn right into the stunning kitchen with floor to ceiling cherry cabinets, 7' island, Italian dual fuel range, comfy family room, deck, BBQ area, another concrete bench and terrace. The combined living and dining room features 6' tall windows wrapping all corners and encased in wood with hand crafted doug fir sills. The exquisite master suite boasts a picture window sitting area, Juliet balcony, walk-in closet, second closet and built-in dresser with USB ports. The slate and travertine master bath has 12' of windows, a Japanese styled soaking tub for two, double vanity, linen storage and walk-in shower for two. The two powder rooms, one for each level, have added drama with bold red accents. The hall bath between the other two upstairs bedrooms has cool tactile features and an integrated concrete sink by Cheng Design replete with Fu-Tung's signature exposed ammonite fossil. Downstairs there is a masterful guest suite, bonus bedroom, large multi-purpose room, spacious laundry room and private office with a separate entrance and terrace. The one-car garage has exposed concrete walls, slick LED lighting, extra room for waste receptacles, is pre-wired for an electric vehicle and closes with a beautiful hand crafted horizontal red cedar door. The over 7,000 sf lot features mature specialty Japanese maples, no mow and drought tolerant Korean grass side yard, three citrus espaliers plus kumquat, gardenia, azaleas, camelias, vining fragrant jasmine, banks of honeysuckle along new cedar fence, original rock accents and even a planter box for herbs near the concrete BBQ area. All new services: gas, water, plumbing, electrical. Rebuilt from the ground up with all new foundation, framing, roof, drainage system, custom copper gutters and more. Don't miss this rare gem nestled in the Berkeley hills yet close to everything! NO FEE/AgentCal BRE 01368328Shown by appt.Phone: 415-730-1309
551 Santa Clara Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,498 sqft single-family home built in 1925. It last sold for $1,950,000 on Nov 24, 2015. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $2,830,700.

Home Details for 551 Santa Clara Ave

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925Year Updated: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7013 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 24, 2015
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40709621
Sold
$1,950,000
Oct 10, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,695,000
Price decreased by 15%
Sep 18, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$1,995,000
Price decreased by 5%
Aug 16, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$2,100,000
Aug 7, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$735,000

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.52M
$28.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
130.6%
2.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$967
$12MoM
Available listings
116
23MoM

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What Locals Say about Berkeley

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  • 91 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 69 % Say parking is easy

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 55 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 52 % Say car is needed

  • 52 % Say kids play outside

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 40 % Say there are community events

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Frequently asked questions about 551 Santa Clara Ave

  • What is 551 Santa Clara Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 551 Santa Clara Ave in Berkeley, CA is $2,830,700.
  • What is the price history for 551 Santa Clara Ave?
    551 Santa Clara Ave in Berkeley, CA last sold for $1,950,000 in November 2015.
  • Is Berkeley a buyer's or seller's market?
    Berkeley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Berkeley?
    The median sale price in Berkeley is $1.52M. That is down $28.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 551 Santa Clara Ave?
    The lot at 551 Santa Clara Ave in Berkeley, CA is about 0.16 acres (7,011 sq ft).
  • Does 551 Santa Clara Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 551 Santa Clara Ave in Berkeley, CA has a garage.

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