2861 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, CA 94708 - Photo 1

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$2,601,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Amid views of the Golden Gate Bridge, giant Redwoods, and renowned architecture (Temple of the Wings, Hume Castle), this extraordinary residence blends modern construction with Arts and Crafts elegance. Designed by Robert Mueller in 2014, it honors Berkeley's architectural legacy-especially Bernard Maybeck-while standing as a contemporary landmark of craftsmanship and refined living. The jewel-box exterior and trumpet flower balustrades echo the neighborhood's pedigree. Mueller masterfully fuses Craftsman ideals with contemporary Classicism. A classic portico entry leads to a dynamic orchestration of space: a barrel-vaulted foyer, a pyramid-capped dining room, and soaring beamed ceilings in the sunken living room. Ceilings shift in height and form, defining each room's unique identity. The expansive kitchen, with custom cabinetry and stone counters, balances history and modernity. Ginkgo-leaf fixtures and William Morris-inspired wallpaper subtly nod to Maybeck. The lower hall's gallery introduces four bedrooms, including a distinguished primary suite. Thoughtful details-reading nooks, custom millwork-enhance every space. Impeccably maintained, the home features lush landscaping, an indulgent spa deck, a gym, an earthquake-ready wine cellar, and solar panels.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 2861 Buena Vista Way

General

Sold For: $2,601,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41089976
Added to Site: 302 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 9
Interior Features: Bonus Room, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Gas, Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counter, Dishwasher, Eat-In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Built-In Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden/Play, Landscape Front

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Listing
County: Alameda
Subdivision: N Berkeley
Driving Directions: Euclid to Buena Vista

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Craftsman
Exterior Const.: Stucco, Wood Siding
Roof: Composition Shingles, Tar/Gravel
Stories/Levels: Three or More Stories
Living Area: 2,855 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 2014

Lot Features

Property View: City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge
Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
Lot Dimensions: 4964
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
Lot Description: Sloped Down, Landscape Front, Landscape Back

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $699

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 582242222

Listed by Berkeley Hills Realty, Tracy Sichterman and Berkeley Hills Realty, Mykah Larkins
Sold by Vanguard Properties, Julie White

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— 2861 Buena Vista Way —

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Berkeley Hills Realty
Mykah Larkins

Berkeley Hills Realty

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Schools

Schools serving 2861 Buena Vista Way

School District:Berkeley Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School 1645 Milvia Street, Berkeley, CA 94709	K-5	0.9 mi
Cragmont Elementary School 830 Regal Road, Berkeley, CA 94708	K-5	1 mi
Washington Elementary School, Berkeley, CA 2300 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	K-5	1.4 mi
Willard Middle School 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley, CA 94705	6-8	1.5 mi
Berkeley High School 1980 Allston Way, Berkeley, CA 94704	9-12	1.3 mi
Oxford Elementary School 1222 University Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94702	K-5	2 mi
Malcolm X Elementary School 1731 Prince Street, Berkeley, CA 94703	K-5	2.2 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 2861 Buena Vista Way

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/24/2025

Sold

$2,601,000

30.38%

MLS

3/19/2025

Listed

$1,995,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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