Gracious and grounded, this 5-bedroom*, 2.5+*-bath home on the market for the first time in 56 years is a rare opportunity. A residence designed by Julia Morgan, California’s first licensed woman architect and an icon of timeless craftsmanship, with 2,380 square feet of interior space** on a 4,960 square foot lot**, the home balances architectural integrity with everyday livability—and now awaits a thoughtful revival to restore its original brilliance.
Morgan’s signature touch is unmistakable—from the redwood built-ins and leaded glass details to the custom bay and box windows that draw in natural light and frame serene outlooks. The formal yet flowing floor plan creates a refined rhythm, perfect for both quiet moments and convivial gatherings.
Outdoors, the property unfolds into an established and generous garden landscape, alive with native plants, culinary and ornamental herbs, and a rich variety of fruit trees. Among its offerings: three kinds of apples, two types of lemons, avocado, persimmon, kumquat, pineapple guava, and orange—along with jasmine, rosemary, sage, and more. This is a garden that feeds more than just the table; it nourishes a way of life.
Set in Berkeley’s gourmet North Shattuck neighborhood, known for its world-class eateries and tree-lined parks, the home sits in the ideal elevation—not too high, but high enough to take in sweeping views of the San Francisco Bay. Proximity to transit, schools, and cultural institutions rounds out this exciting Berkeley property.
A home of history, intention, and lasting beauty - awaiting its revival.
Features:
5 bedrooms*
2 full bathrooms, as well as a half and a quarter bathroom*
2,380 sq. ft. of living space**
4,960 sq. ft lot** with established fruit trees, herbs, and native plants
San Francisco Bay views
Redwood built-ins
Custom box and bay windows
Leaded glass elements
Hardwood floors
Double car garage with alley access
Upgrades include:
Roof 2020
Solar (owned) 2020
Solar water system 2020
Seismic retrofit 2007
Partial electric upgrade
Nearby:
The original Peet’s Coffee
The Cheeseboard
Chez Panisse
Fava Bean
Guerilla Cafe
Cupcakin’
Andronico’s Community Market
North Berkeley Farmers’ Market
Berkeley Rose Garden
Codornices Park
Live Oak Park
Some of the many garden offerings:
3 types of apple trees
2 types of lemon trees
3 types of ornamental sage
Rosemary and oregano
Loquat, kumquat, and persimmon trees
Avocado, pineapple guava, and orange trees
Roses, iris, jasmine
And so many more
*Published Bed count differs from the public record. Buyer to investigate with the city. Neither seller nor listing agent has verified the accuracy of any of these sources of information. // **Per public record.
