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Listed by Tracy Sichterman • BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
$1,695,000
Est. payment /mo
3 Beds
3 Baths
2,300 SqFt
Open Sat 2PM-4PM
1211 Bonita Ave Berkeley, CA 94709
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Sat May 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Sun May 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,300 sqft
Price per Sqft $736
Subdivision N Berkeley
MLS Listing ID 41095348
Bedrooms 3
Full Baths 3
HOA Y/N No
Originating Board Bridge AOR
Year Built 1903
Lot Size 5,400 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Detached
Property Description
In a lush setting of Japanese maples and bamboo, just moments from Monterey Market and Solano Avenue, lies a 3 ++ bedroom home that defies convention and captures the soul. Built in 1903 and reimagined in the 1930s by architect Carr Jones as his personal residence, it is a sculptural sanctuary filled with artistry and atmosphere. Though located in one of Berkeley's most vibrant neighborhoods, the grounds feel like a secluded woodland, with natural pathways, dappled light, and the hush of trees. Jones' legacy lives in the details—a tiny cathedral window, hand-hammered ironwork, and a Dutch door. Skylights flood the open interior with sun, including a dramatic round skylight above the show-stopping kitchen. Brilliant blue enameled lava stone countertops and a tree trunk column anchor the space. The primary suite's near-glass roof invites moonlight in, while whimsical tilework spills from bathroom to bedroom. Beyond the main house, a Carr Jones–crafted cottage charms with mosaic detail throughout. Above it, a treehouse-like office perches among the trees, and a separate studio with 220 wiring awaits your next creation. This is a rare and romantic retreat for artists, nature lovers, and dreamers—an unforgettable home filled with light, texture, and soul.
Location
State CA
County Alameda
Interior
Heating Radiant
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Pellet Stove
Fireplace Yes
Appliance Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Exterior
Pool None
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Level
Story 1
Water Public
Architectural Style Custom

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