956 Hilldale Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
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OFF MARKET

956 Hilldale Ave
Berkeley, CA 94708

Berkeley Hills
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,617 sqft

$2,471,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $15,061/mo*
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$2,471,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $15,061/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,617 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools6 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Tall ceilings, light filled rooms, spectacular conch-like spiraling staircase graces this Normandy home. As you enter, you are drawn in by the stunning views of the City and San Francisco Bay from the living room, large enough for your baby grand. Cozy and inviting sun room with skylights galore, a tranquil retreat to enjoy a good book! Tasteful remodeled eat-in kitchen, perfect for dinners for two or a small dinner party. Two bedrooms at the top of the turreted stairs with remodeled bath. Two additional bedrooms and full bath on the lower level w/access to the backyard. separate enough to be used as an in-law. Separate rebuilt 2 car garage with level entrance, big enough for 2 cars and storage or a perfect Studio. Enclosed yard for the kids, furry or human! Many upgrades including AC.
956 Hilldale Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,617 sqft single-family home in Berkeley Hills, built in 1928. It last sold for $2,005,956 on Aug 16, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,471,800, with a rent estimate of $7,990/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 956 Hilldale Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Laundry Room, Sun Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionDeckExterior: StuccoGardenPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928Year Updated: 1938
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4813 sqft

Price History for 956 Hilldale Ave

DatePriceEventSource
08/16/2019$2,005,956Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40873117
07/25/2019$1,395,000PendingAgent Provided
07/08/2019$1,395,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/01/2011$1,021,500Sold
N/A
05/22/2011$1,195,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/16/1996$575,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Berkeley

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.43M
$68.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
127.9%
5.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$916
$20MoM
Available listings
154
16MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$2,193,821
Home facts updated by county records

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Neighborhood Overview

Berkeley Hills
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What Locals Say about Berkeley Hills

At least 58 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say there's wildlife

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 65 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 62 % Say car is needed

  • 62 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 42 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "It's a very safe neighborhood. Cragmont park and remillard park are great for kids. It's beautiful and hilly so you need to be fit to get around. "
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  • Cameron T.
    "Dog owners would and do love this neighborhood because there isn’t much traffic, there are many exciting animal smells to sniff—and dog walks are a terrific way to meet nice people quickly and easily."
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  • Carmelo S.
    "A lot of residents have dogs and they walk them regularly. They congregate at Codornices Park across Berkeley Rose Garden"
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  • Annabel
    "Easy, I drive to West Berkeley and it’s typically about 12 minutes to get to work. Driving in the Berkeley hills always calls for caution as there are people and children out on the streets where there aren’t always proper sidewalks. "
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  • Princess O.
    "All the wildlife are present - squirrels, cats, deer, turkey to make your dog want to run and chase them away. Rare sightings of coyote in the neighborhood and mid night sounds of wild cats hunting."
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  • Princess O.
    "Hills, architecture, parks every where, great city views on walks, a sense of community (which can make people too wary), greenery, lots of dog walking at any hour, nature is so close which is fantastic for bird watching (Cal Falcons, Commodores, etc), deer frolicking all the time, turkey can be seen on their strolls, every house a drive way but most are too small for cars to fit. "
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  • Carmelo S.
    "Great view of the bay. Beautiful sunsets. Deer just walking around. Close to Lake Anza/Tilden Park. "
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  • Urworsenightmare2013
    "its quiet calm and very lovely and the scenery is very beautiful, 10 min drive from the lookouts where you can see all the stars"
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  • Natalie B.
    "It is quiet and we have lots of deer visiting in the evenings. The views are spectacular and it feels very safe."
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  • Alastair
    "Summer Screen in the park, guided walks with the Berkeley Path Wanderers, concerts and lectures at assorted local venues."
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  • Cecilia O. E.
    "A car is the preferred way to get around. The bus service is not very frequent and walking is possible, but takes time. "
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  • Johnny.fruehe
    "Dog owners would love the neighborhood. Only down side might be the traffic. There are many parks for dogs to roam. "
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  • Suekagancarson
    "Lots of dogs getting walked. Happy owners happy dogs. And dogs are well behaved. People usually are as well. "
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  • Timothy h.
    "It is a lovely place, flowers, great views, walk to shops and restaurants. Goos schools and a good place to raise children. "
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  • teala2393939h
    "Berkeley Hills are beautiful. I've lived here since 2001 and never moving again! love my neighbors and the community here in the hills. And you gotta love that amazing view of the bay."
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  • scott_hom
    "Beautiful area to live and enjoy the climate. Great for families and pets. Several areas to hike, walk, bike. Educated community with several Cal Berkeley Alumni. "
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  • tullyfog
    "Culturally stimulating. Fine dining and entertainment. Walking distance to one of the finest universities in the world. "
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  • Kate k.
    "Beautiful, safe neighborhood with stunning views and interesting neighbors. Access to all of the cultural amenities and parks in the Bay Area."
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  • jkorchin
    "Haven't lived in this neighborhood in years, but often go back for friends and family and am always pleased to visit the area. It's green; the architecture is varied by virtue of the topography; stunning views of the City abound and are perfectly centered as this neighborhood is almost due east of the Golden Gate Bridge, which also plays a big role in the neighborhood's wonderful microclimate."
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