1211 Bonita Ave, Berkeley, CA 94709 - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
1211 Bonita Ave Berkeley, CA 94709
$1,695,000 3 beds, 3 baths
2, 300 sqft

Agent Remarks

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.

Listing Details

Property type: Single Family Residence (Single Family)
Status: Pending
MLS# 41095348
List price is $1,695,000
Beds: 3
Baths: 3 (3 full)
Pellet Stove fireplaces
Built in 1903
2,300 sqft
1 story
0.12 acres
Lot size: 0.1240
Subdivision: N BERKELEY
County: Alameda
Property style: Custom
Construction: Brick,Wood Siding
Appliances: Dryer,Washer
Lot description: Back Yard,Front Yard,Sprinklers Timer,Street Level,Yard
Heating/cooling: None
Heating description: Radiant

Last Updated: 5/7/2025

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The style of this listing is Custom.
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Lat/Long: 37.884780, -122.273012.
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Listing Agent: Tracy Sichterman
Lic#: 01234982
Office Name: Mission Viejo

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