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. Broker's Tour Thursday, 7/9 9:30am - 12pm Open House Saturday & Sunday, 7/11 & 7/12 from 1:30pm - 4:30pm
For sale
$1,295,000
491 Boynton Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
4beds
1,954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$1,766,200 Zestimate®
$663/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listed by:
Daniel Winkler DRE #01090765 510-421-4528,
Winkler Real Estate Group
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41140934
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Unfinished Room, Utility Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Dining Area, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,954
- Total interior livable area: 1,954 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Enclosed
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Terraced Up
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Up
Details
- Parcel number: 62294228
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Berkeley
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $663/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,145,093
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,766,200
$1.55M - $1.98M
$6,415/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+54.5%$663/sqft |
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| 11/23/2005 | Sold | $838,000$429/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,145,093 +2% |
| 2024 | $17,680 +2.1% | $1,122,643 +2% |
| 2023 | $17,308 +1.9% | $1,100,637 +2% |
| 2022 | $16,989 -0.2% | $1,079,058 +2% |
| 2021 | $17,027 +5.8% | $1,057,907 +1% |
| 2020 | $16,086 +4.3% | $1,047,063 +2% |
| 2019 | $15,428 +5.3% | $1,026,541 +2% |
| 2018 | $14,646 | $1,006,420 +2% |
| 2017 | $14,646 +3.4% | $986,694 +2% |
| 2016 | $14,165 +2.5% | $967,353 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $13,819 | $952,830 +2% |
| 2014 | $13,819 | $934,168 +6.8% |
| 2013 | -- | $875,000 +12.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $775,000 -4% |
| 2011 | -- | $807,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $807,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $807,000 -7.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $871,854 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $854,760 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $838,000 +143.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $344,541 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $337,788 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $331,598 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $325,095 +2% |
| 2001 | $5,533 | $318,722 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94707
Nearby schools
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- 9/10Thousand Oaks Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Martin Luther King Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Berkeley High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
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