2909 Forest Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705

• 3 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,240 sqft

Property Description

Just above the stately pillars of Claremont Court, on arguably the most stunning South Berkeley street lined by a canopy of old-growth sycamores, sits this classic 1916 Italianate Craftsman — offered for the first time in 65 years. Exceptional decorative corbels, exquisite period window detailing, and pristine red gum and white oak woodwork throughout speak to both the craftsmanship of the era and the care of those who have called it home. Walk into a large entry hall, then step into a living room with original wood and glass pocket doors, which flows into a dining room with original white oak trim, crown moulding, and a built-in china cabinet. The kitchen and sun room combination opens to a large level-out deck, then just a few steps down to a lawn surrounded by established garden plantings. In addition to generously sized bedrooms and baths, a two-car garage has been expanded into a workshop with heating and skylights. A spacious basement provides bonus possibilities*, as well as a designated laundry area served by a laundry chute. Close to the Elmwood Shopping District, Emerson & John Muir elementary schools**, Monkey Island, Willard Park, and the iconic Claremont Hotel and spa. Bus lines run down College Avenue and around the corner on Derby. The 36 line connects with Rockridge BART, and the Rockridge retail area — UC Berkeley is just a short distance away. BESO score of 7.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 15, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 3:08AM

Listing Office:

Red Oak Realty : 510-292-2000

Listing Agent:

Kristi Roberts : 510-388-5588

MLS ID:

41134954

Interior

• General: StorageUnfinished RoomBreakfast BarPantry
• Appliances: DishwasherElectric RangeMicrowaveOvenRefrigeratorDryerWasherGas Water Heater
• Laundry: 220 Volt OutletDryerIn BasementLaundry RoomWasher
• Flooring: HardwoodLaminate
• A/C: None
• Heating: ElectricForced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Living RoomFireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Back YardFront YardGarden/PlaySide YardSprinklers AutomaticLandscape BackLandscape Front
• Style: Craftsman
• Pool: None
• Parking: DetachedGarageOff StreetWorkshop in GarageParking spaces: 4

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: Stucco2Concrete

Location

• County: Alameda

Lot

• Zoning: 54170210
• Fencing: Fenced

Utilities

• Utilities: No Solar220 Volts in KitchenElectricity on Property
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer