Perched in the Berkeley Hills, this mid-century custom home stands as a stunning example of Berkeley Functionalism, blending timeless architectural heritage with premier modern upgrades and sustainability. Enter through the impressive wood door, framed by a classic clerestory window and a striking, full-length textured glass sidelight. Spanning over 1,800 sq. ft. of living space, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home enjoys views of San Francisco Bay and Mt. Tamalpais visible from multiple rooms. The interior is a masterclass in organic mid-century design, with an authentic shoji-style grid ceiling that defines the home's unique character and aesthetic warmth. This signature feature is beautifully paired with rich wood paneling, extensive built-in shelving, and a dramatic freestanding cone fireplace with a floating hearth. The updated kitchen beautifully balances modern convenience with period charm. Designed with an exceptional indoor-outdoor flow, the living spaces seamlessly flow to a large deck off the lower family room, a private balcony off the living room, and the kitchen's sunny patio -- so many choices for morning coffee or tea! Upgraded with forward-thinking efficiency, there's an eco-conscious heat pump, a hydronic heating system (installed in 2019), and a top-end Home Energy Score of 8. Nestled on a lush 6,390 sq. ft. lot, you'll also find a covered double parking pad complete with an electric vehicle charger. Located near the Tilden Park Golf Course and Lawrence Hall of Science, with access to Cal and Berkeley Northside, this home offers an unparalleled, turnkey lifestyle.
For sale
$1,198,000
46 Senior Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
3beds
1,805sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$664/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered double parking padRich wood panelingImpressive wood doorAuthentic shoji-style grid ceilingExtensive built-in shelvingExceptional indoor-outdoor flowElectric vehicle charger
- 13 days
- 7,109
- 1,412
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robin Donovan DRE #01829387 510-459-4468,
KW Advisors East Bay,
Stephen Bloom DRE #01408668 510-541-6728,
KW Advisors East Bay
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41148413
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Utility Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Heat Pump, Radiant, Hot Water, Heat Pump-Air
Cooling
- Heat Pump, Room Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Cabinets, In Kitchen
Features
- Dining Area, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen, Solar Tube(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet, Cork
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Circulating, Free Standing, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,805
- Total interior livable area: 1,805 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Carport, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has carport: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Terraced Back, Terraced Down, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, Forest, San Francisco
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Down, Irregular Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 60248920
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Slab, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: All Utilities, Natural Gas Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation - Floor, Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $664/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,505,925
- Date on market: 9/16/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,198,000-11.3%$664/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41148413 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2019 | Sold | $1,350,000+35.7%$748/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40883031 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2019 | Pending sale | $995,000$551/sqft |
Source: THE GRUBB CO. INC. #40883031 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2019 | Listed for sale | $995,000$551/sqft |
Source: THE GRUBB CO. INC. #40883031 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,505,925 +2% |
| 2025 | $23,004 +8.3% | $1,476,400 +2% |
| 2024 | $21,239 +2.3% | $1,447,456 +2% |
| 2023 | $20,753 +1.9% | $1,419,079 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,358 -0.4% | $1,391,256 +2% |
| 2021 | $20,433 +3.3% | $1,363,986 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,789 +382% | $1,350,000 +1067.7% |
| 2019 | $4,106 +7.7% | $115,609 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,813 | $113,343 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,813 +7.1% | $111,121 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,561 +7.1% | $108,942 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,324 | $107,305 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,324 | $105,203 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $104,729 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $102,676 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $100,662 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $99,911 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $100,148 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $98,185 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $96,259 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $94,372 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $92,521 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $90,709 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $89,047 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $87,300 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,166 | $85,588 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Est. payment
Payment breakdown
Explore the cost of this home by adjusting the details. Changes won't be saved.Climate risks
Neighborhood: Berkeley Hills
Similar homes
- $998,0003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft1024 Overlook Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708For Sale
MLS ID #41147484, Roman Fan. bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR - $1,249,0003 bd2 ba2.2k sqft355 Arlington Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707For Sale
MLS ID #41146204, Eric Gellerman. bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR - $995,0003 bd2 ba1.3k sqft267 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708For Sale
MLS ID #41146385, David Gunderman. Bay East AOR - $1,230,0003 bd3 ba2k sqft285 Camino Pablo, Orinda, CA 94563For Sale
MLS ID #41145110, Kelly Crawford. CCAR
