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$1,550,000
● House - Off Market

491 Boynton Ave

Berkeley, CA 94707
bedrooms
4 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,954 Ft²
$8,323
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Welcome to 491 Boynton Avenue, an exceptional Tudor Revival residence nestled in the coveted Berkeley Hills. Rich in architectural character and thoughtfully updated for modern living, this distinguished home blends timeless craftsmanship with sophis­ticated contemporary finishes. Offering nearly 2,000 square feet, the home features 4 spacious bedrooms, including a top-floor primary suite and two beautifully renovated bathrooms. Refinished hardwood floors, designer-selected paint, curated lighting, and refined finishes create a warm and elegant atmosphere throughout.   The dramatic living room showcases soaring cathedral ceilings, magnificent bay win­dows, and a stunning original fireplace. A formal dining room surrounded by windows offers an inviting setting for entertaining, while the updated kitchen features custom cabinetry, solid-surface countertops, premium stainless steel appliances, and a charm­ing breakfast nook. Outside, English-inspired gardens, lush landscaping, and a peace­ful deck create a serene retreat for dining, entertaining, or unwinding. Thoughtful updates include a comprehensive electrical upgrade with removal of knob-and-tube wiring and a new code-compliant system. An attached garage with interior access adds convenience, while two lower-level spaces offer flexibility for a gym, wine cellar, studio, workshop, office, or creative retreat.   Ideally situated in one of Berkeley's most sought-after neighborhoods, 491 Boynton Avenue offers classic Tudor architecture, modern updates, and beautifully landscaped gardens in perfect harmony. Elegant, inviting, and truly timeless, this is a residence designed to be treasured for generations.  Home energy score (BESO) of 3.
Unit Size
1,954 Ft²
Days on Market
42 days
Land Size
0.12 acres
Price per sqft
$867
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1927

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Last updated: 3 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41140934)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Aug 19, 2026 Sold
Sold
Aug 6, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jul 23, 2026 Price Increased $1,695,000
↑ $400K (30.9%)
Price Increased
Jul 8, 2026 Listed by Winkler Real Estate Group $1,295,000
Listed by Winkler Real Estate Group

Property Highlights

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Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1927
  • Effective Year Built: 1930
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 8
  • Bedroom Count: 3
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 0
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 17
  • Building Style: 16
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 150
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 7
  • Parking Space Count: 0
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5,100
  • Total Building Area: 1,954
  • Building Area: 1,954
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 0
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,954
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: THOUSAND OAKS HEIGHTS
  • Land Acres: 0000000117
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 1100
  • Legal Description 1: LOT: 00028 BLK: AR: 0062 PAGE: 2942

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: Berkeley Unified School District
  • Census Tract: 421200

Geography

  • Assessors Map Reference: 60-F5
  • Parcel: 62-2942-28
  • Block: 3
  • Lot: 27
  • Municipality: CITY OF BERKELEY
  • Latitude: 37.9012
  • Longitude: -122.274

    Address

  • Full Address: 491 Boynton Ave
  • Address - House Number: 491
  • Address - Street Name: Boynton
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Berkeley
  • Carrier Code: C055
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1732
  • Zip Code: 94707

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Amount: $1,698,936
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 13-000

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.2011
  • Valuation Date: Jul 12, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 73
  • Final Value: 1,647,049
  • High Value: 1,978,365
  • Low Value: 1,315,734

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2022
  • Assessed Total Value: $1,072,058
  • Assessed Land Value: $323,717
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $755,341

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes

    Sales

  • Current Sale Contract Date: Nov 15, 2005
  • Current Sale Recording Date: Nov 23, 2005
  • Current Sale Price:
  • Current Sale Document Type: 36
  • Current Sale Input Document Number: 2005504002
  • Previous Sale Recording Date: Oct 29, 1996
  • Previous Sale Contract Date: Oct 14, 1996
  • Previous Sale Document Type: 69

    Financing

  • First Mortgage Financing Type: ADJ
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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 491 Boynton Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 491 Boynton Avenue was built in 1927 and last sold on Nov 15, 2005 for $838,000.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 491 Boynton Avenue is $1,313,339.
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