Summary
Address: 965 Mendocino Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94707
Cross Street: Located on the Mendocino Circle
Area: North Berkeley
Property Type: Single Family
Property Style: Stately Tudor
Price: $1,095,000
Status: For Sale
Description
965 Mendocino Avenue has been a landmark and focal point of North Berkeley since it was built in 1925. Trader Vic Bergeron and his wife Esther were the first owners, and the authentic Chinese roasting brick oven still stands in the backyard. The current owners brought together civic leaders and generous, talented neighbors into their living room with the idea and success of restoring the Marin fountain, first built in 1910. Featured in Sunset Magazine, this stately home displays magnificent craftsmanship and graces a rare, enormous, level landscaped lot (over 9,300 square feet, per public records). Attractive Tudor revival architecture brings together the newer wood shake roof, decorative half-timbering and small-paned transom casement windows. Beautiful, traditional period details throughout. Enormous living room boasts French doors, built-in bookshelves and wonderful fireplace. Grand formal dining room features two built-in corner hutches with leaded glass doors and glass knobs. Kitchen overlooks spectacular backyard and elements include elegant granite counters, stainless steel refrigerator and Wolf range. Sweet half bath and pantry off kitchen, plus home office with separate entrance. Second floor includes three bedrooms, one bath, and private balcony to enjoy enchanting backyard views. Prominent Japanese maple tree, glorious roses, and blooming wisteria captivate, while stone pathways, brick patios, grassy play area and seating benches offer splendid garden views. The rich history and exquisite period details make this home truly one of a kind.
Features
Bedrooms: Three
Baths: One & a half
Dining: Formal Dining Room
Fireplace: Living Room
Garage: Detached
Home Size: 2167
Lot Size: 9312
Year Built: 1925
MLS#: 40339787
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