$7,450,000 - 2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley

  • 6Beds
  • 8Baths
  • 7,526SQ. Feet
  • 0.71Acres

Berkeley Home Sale

Prominently sited on Buena Vista Way, the Hume Cloister is a Berkeley treasure, steeped in history and architectural splendor. This Gothic Revival estate, designed in 1927 by John Hudson Thomas for Samuel & Portia Bell Hume, evokes a 13th-century French monastery. Samuel, a UC Berkeley professor & curator, and Portia, a pioneering psychiatrist, envisioned a sanctuary of creativity & reflection. Set on over 2/3 of an acre, the estate offers panoramic SF Bay views w/ the Golden Gate Bridge perfectly framed off the terrace. At its heart lies a serene cloister courtyard lined w/ arched colonnades, featuring a stone wishing well. Extensively restored over the last 7yrs, it offers the comfort of modern amenities while preserving exquisite historic details. The living room w/ 25’ ceilings features a large fireplace & mezzanine library w/ office overlooking the Bay. Kitchen includes Wolf range, Sub-Zero refrigerator & custom millwork. The landscaped grounds include a koi pond, bocce court, greenhouse, garden beds, redwood grove, and a hot tub deck off primary suite. An attached guest house offers full accommodations, including a modern kitchen, laundry, BR & LR. More than a home, the Hume Cloister is a rare blend of history, design & soul, a timeless retreat ready for its next chapter. Views: Downtown

Sales Agent

Sam Smith
  • Sam Smith
  • San Clemente Realtor ®
  • Phone: 949-204-5110
  • Cell: 949-204-5110
  • Contact Agent Now

Amenities

  • Parking Spaces7
  • ParkingGarage
  • # of Garages2
  • GaragesGarage
  • ViewCity Lights, Hills, Panoramic, Bay, Bridge(s), Water
  • WaterfrontPond
  • PoolNone

Additional Information

  • Date ListedJune 6th, 2025
  • Days on Market42
  • Short SaleN
  • RE / Bank OwnedN

Essential Information

  • MLS® #41100592
  • Price$7,450,000
  • Bedrooms6
  • Bathrooms8.00
  • Full Baths7
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage7,526
  • Acres0.71
  • Year Built1929
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StatusClosed
  • Listing AgentAdrienne Tunney Krumins
  • Listing OfficeThe GRUBB Company

Exterior

  • ExteriorConcrete
  • Lot DescriptionGarden, Sprinklers Timer, Yard, Secluded
  • RoofTile
  • ConstructionConcrete

Community Information

  • Address2900 Buena Vista Way
  • SubdivisionBERKELEY HILLS
  • CityBerkeley
  • CountyAlameda
  • Zip Code94708

Interior

  • InteriorTile
  • Interior FeaturesBreakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen, Workshop
  • AppliancesDryer, Washer
  • HeatingForced Air
  • CoolingCentral Air
  • FireplaceYes
  • FireplacesLiving Room, Dining Room
  • StoriesThree Or More

Price Change History for 2900 Buena Vista Way, Berkeley, (MLS® #41100592)

Date Details Price Change
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Pending (from Active)

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