A Former Firehouse in Berkeley, CA - $1,780,000
2911 Claremont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94705
1 bed/1.5 bath/2,066 sqft
The Claremont Firehouse was commissioned in 1914 and built by 1918 by the City of Berkeley to house one firetruck, Engine #7. Notably, designed by Walter H. Ratcliff, Jr. while he was the Berkeley City architect. A three-man dormitory was located on the second floor in order to house firemen. Over the years it has been a cultural center, a flower shop, concert space, an art gallery and always an eclectic hub of commerce style and fun.