Address
1514 La Loma Ave, Berkeley, CA
Price
$ 2,395,000
Property Attributes
  • ID#41147534
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyAlameda
  • CityBerkeley
  • NeighborhoodBerkeley
  • Zip94708
  • StyleDetached
  • Year Built1925
  • Price$ 2,395,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage3044
  • Lot Size0.33 Acres
Data Source:
Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS
Property Description

Perched on a winding street in the coveted La Loma Park Historic District of the Berkeley Hills, this circa-1925 Arts and Crafts residence at 1514 La Loma Avenue — designed by architect John Knox Ballantine Jr. & historically known as the Weeks House — offers a rare chance to own a piece of Berkeley's architectural legacy, fully reimagined for modern life. From the moment you step inside, sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate and Bay Bridges, Mount Tamalpais, and the city skyline unfold across the rear of the home. Large original picture windows frame the vistas, filling the main living spaces with light and connection to the outdoors. A comprehensive renovation preserved the home's soul while quietly modernizing every system. The original shingle siding was replicated in fire-resistant materials that retain the historic look while meeting today's wildfire-hardening standards. Inside, inlaid hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, and the dining room's original millwork remain intact, alongside a kitchen that keeps its Arts and Crafts proportions but gains updated appliances, cabinetry & fixtures. A new built-in pantry, adjoining mudroom, and shelf-lined library add functionality rarely found in a century-old home. The living room opens through original double doors to an expansive deck built for both everyday living and entertaining, with distinct zones for dining and lounging against a backdrop of Bay views. Upstairs, four bedrooms continue the home's dialogue with its setting — three facing the Bay, one overlooking the wooded hillside. The primary suite was reconfigured into a larger retreat with a fully updated bathroom and new walk-in closet. A rare architectural feature, the home's original turret, has been transformed into an enclosed sunroom offering views in multiple directions — a singular space unlike anything else on the market. La Loma Park is one of the East Bay's most tightly held enclaves, shaped by architects including Bernard Maybeck, Julia Morgan, and Arthur Weeks, and known for extraordinarily low turnover — longtime residents of decades still consider themselves newcomers. The location is unbeatable: walkable to UC Berkeley, the Berkeley Rose Garden, Codornices Park, and the shops & restaurants of North Berkeley. This is a rare offering — a fully restored, architecturally significant Berkeley Hills home with panoramic Bay views, modern systems, and a legacy setting that rarely comes available. Home Energy Score of 2

Price History
9/9/2026 Listed $2,395,000

General Features

Living Area 3044
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Heat Pump
Roof Composition Shingles
Appliances Dishwasher,Gas Range,Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater
Garage Spaces 1
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stucco,Wood Shingles
Year Built 1925
Electric No Solar
Stories Count 3
Levels Three or More Stories
Property Subtype Detached
County Alameda
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name Berkeley
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions See GPS
City Berkeley
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 14256
Property Condition Existing
Virtual Tour https://youtube.com/watch?v=ozDwaphQlaU&feature=youtu.be
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Formal Dining Room,Library,Updated Kitchen
Flooring Hardwood Flrs Throughout,Tile
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Den,Living Room
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Dryer,Laundry Room,Washer
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Total Baths 3
1/2 Baths 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Sprinklers Automatic,Terraced Down,Landscape Back,Landscape Front
Fencing Fenced,Front Yard
Parking Features Detached,Garage
Lot Features Sloped Down,Premium Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 14374.8
Building Area Total 3044
Lot Size Acres 0.33
ADU Y/N false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 94708

Price
AVG $1.78M
$2.4M
Year Built
AVG 1948
1925

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