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.
Property Details
Price:
$1,695,000
MLS #:
41095348
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Address:
1211 Bonita Ave
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
N BERKELEY
City:
Berkeley
Listed Date:
Apr 30, 2025
State:
CA
Finished Sq Ft:
2,300
ZIP:
94709
Lot Size:
5,400 sqft / 0.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1903
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Interior
Cooling
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Fireplace Features
Pellet Stove
Flooring
Wood, Tile
Heating
Radiant
Exterior
Garage Spaces
0.00
Lot Features
Level with Street, Back Yard, Front Yard, Yard, Sprinklers Timer
Parking Spots
0.00
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None
Roof
Shingle
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Public Sewer
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- Address1211 Bonita Ave Berkeley CA
- SubdivisionN BERKELEY
- CityBerkeley
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94709
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1211 Bonita Ave
Berkeley, CA
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