1400 Le Roy Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708
At the crown of Rose Walk stands a rare Julia Morgan Arts & Crafts masterpiece. Designed 1910, completed 1911. Commissioned by Jessie D. Wallace, independent professional woman who enrolled UC Berkeley at 42, later died serving Armenian genocide relief efforts. Home damaged in catastrophic 1923 Berkeley Fire, carefully reconstructed preserving original character. Included within Berkeley's Rose Walk Landmark designation. Sits atop Bernard Maybeck's 1913 Beaux-Arts pedestrian stairway, connecting one of Berkeley's most distinctive architectural enclaves. Unobstructed Bay views to San Francisco and Golden Gate. Original Morgan details intact: multi-pane wood windows, built-in elements, living room fireplace, gambrel roof, clapboard siding. East facade dormer windows capture morning sun, west French doors open to porches and gardens. Thoughtfully updated while maintaining architectural integrity. Character and craftsmanship of Julia Morgan design with contemporary comfort. One block to Rose Garden. Easy access to Solano Avenue, Codornices Park, regional trails. HES=4.
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
4
Square Feet
3,496
Lot Size
8,778 sqft
Year Built
1911
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Days on Market
0
HOA Fee
N/A
Garage Total
2
MLS #
41127557
Interior Features
Utility Room, Workshop
Flooring
Wood
Fireplace
Family Room, Gas, Living Room
Appliances
Dryer, Washer
Heating
Forced Air
Patio & Porch
Deck, Front Porch, Patio, Porch
Construction
Wood Siding
Roof
Shingle
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