1705 La Loma Ave

Magical views from this rare Berkeley masterpiece, the historic Rees House beautifully blends iconic architect Bernard Maybeck’s interpretation of a Swiss Chalet with modern luxury. Built in 1906 and honored with a 1991 BAHA Restoration and Renovation Award, the home features exquisite craftsmanship, dramatic balconies, generous eaves, a gabled roof, and panoramic Bay views. The private third-floor primary retreat includes a lounge, dressing room, renovated bath, balcony, and breathtaking views. Four additional bedrooms with lovely views are arranged for flexible use on the second level. Spectacular tiered gardens offer entertaining terraces, a koi pond, hot tub, and fruit orchard. A striking two-story detached studio or guest house strikes a distinctly modern tone that complements the main house. Privately set on a large lot near UC Berkeley, with garage and off-street parking for several cars, this property is a true Berkeley treasure. HOME ENERGY SCORE 1.

Current Status

New

Original Price

$6,250,000

List Price

$6,250,000

On Market Date

Sep 22, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

North Berkeley

Zip Code

94709

MLS ID

41149040

APN

58220711

Year Built

1906

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

5

Bath

4.5 (4/1)

Parking

2

Attached, Covered, Garage, Off Street, Enclosed, Parking Lot

SQ FT

4,345

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

10,500.0

Lot Acres

0.24 Acres

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Stone Counters, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen

Cooling

Central Air

Disclosures

None

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Garden/Play

Flooring

Hardwood Flrs Throughout

Foundation

Fire Place

Family Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Forced Air

Laundry

Dryer, Washer

Upper Level

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths

Main Level

0.5 Bath, Main Entry

Views

Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Partial, San Francisco, Water, Trees/Woods

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

Crawl Space

Architectural Style

Custom, Other

Non-Master Bathroom Includes

Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Garden/Play

Location

Rectangular Lot

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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