1049 Keith Ave

Berkeley, CA 94708

$2,198,000
Price
4
Beds
3,425 Sq. Ft.
$642 / Sq. Ft.
3,425
Sq. Ft.
$642
per Sq. Ft.
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1
Listed By CompassOpen: 4/23 09:30AM - 12:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 4/23 09:30AM - 12:00PM

Description

Some homes are built. Others are composed. In the early 1920s, artist-architect Paul Beygrau and his wife, Marie Rosalie Schaff, a gifted woodcarver from Alsace, arrived in Berkeley after distinguished work abroad. Trained in both fine arts and architecture, Beygrau had designed interiors for royal commissions in England and public buildings in Winnipeg. Together, they turned to a deeply personal project in the Berkeley hills, creating neighboring homes that would express their shared artistic vision....Some homes are built. Others are composed. In the early 1920s, artist-architect Paul Beygrau and his wife, Marie Rosalie Schaff, a gifted woodcarver from Alsace, arrived in Berkeley after distinguished work abroad. Trained in both fine arts and architecture, Beygrau had designed interiors for royal commissions in England and public buildings in Winnipeg. Together, they turned to a deeply personal project in the Berkeley hills, creating neighboring homes that would express their shared artistic vision. At 1049 and 1051 Keith Avenue, they produced what many regard as their collaborative masterwork - a rare expression of European artistry translated into California architecture. Featured on the front page of the San Francisco Chronicle in 1928, the home was described as “the most remarkable expression of domestic art and architecture in the Bay Region.” At 1049 Keith, artistry is present in nearly every surface. Massive hand-carved doors, reportedly shaped by Marie herself, open to interiors rich in material and craft. Inlaid hardwood floors run throughout, while the living and dining rooms unfold with grand scale, clad in solid redwood wainscoting. Overhead, decorative ceilings reflect European fresco traditions, reimagined in sculptural plaster and painted finishes. The main level is anchored by these dramatic spaces, along with a period-inspired kitchen and marble-appointed bath. Upstairs, the primary suite feels expansive - defined by a columned atrium ceiling and French doors opening to a sweeping view deck. Two additional bedrooms offer distinct character: one wrapped in warm wood for a more intimate feel, the other a larger, double-sized room with fireplace, garden access, and an ornate ceiling. Outside, the grounds cascade in a series of terraces - an upper level for dining and gathering, a middle expanse for recreation, and lower gardens with raised beds for planting. A detached apartment, tucked privately on the property, includes a lofted sleeping area and its own terrace, ideal for guests or creative use. At once architectural artifact and living home, 1049 Keith Avenue offers something rare: a place where history, artistry, and daily life meet in enduring form

Listing Agents

  1. Alex Michas

    Alex Michas

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01942824

    alex.michas@compass.com

    P: (510)-590-0963

    CallTextEmail
  2. Rick Richetta

    Rick Richetta

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01449499

    rick.richetta@compass.com

    P: (510)-409-6044

    CallTextEmail

Property Details for 1049 Keith Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
BERKELEY HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
French
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Detached

Open Houses

Thursday, Apr 23rd9:30 AM - 12:00 PM
PublicView contact
Sunday, Apr 26th2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
PublicView contact
LISTING UPDATED: 04/21/2026 02:14 PM

Property Details for 1049 Keith Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #41131706
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1922
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,510 SF
CountyAlameda County
Get preapproved with Rocket Mortgage1

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Alex Michas, DRE #01942824; Compass, Rick Richetta, DRE #01449499
Add your commute

Virtual Tour

Building Information for 1049 Keith Avenue

Stories2Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,510 SF

Payment Calculator

Get preapproved with
OriginPoint Mortgage or Rocket Mortgage1

$13,162 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$11,068

Property Taxes

$2,094

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 1049 Keith Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Additional Rooms: Guest House, Au Pair
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: Au Pair, GuestHouse
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Aluminum Siding, Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Up Slope, Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 6510
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6510.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 3425
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Garden/Play, Patio, Terraced Up, Entry Gate, Landscaped
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Acres: 0.15
Location Details
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 63-2974-36
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 1049 Keith Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41131706

$2,198,000—
Apr 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41131706

$2,198,000—
Sep 22, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #557859880

$1,230,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/21/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41131706

$2,198,000
04/21/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41131706

$2,198,000
09/22/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #557859880

$1,230,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1049 Keith Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$473,508Additions$982,529Total$1,456,037
Tax Record2025$25,122 ($2,094 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt3,010 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,010 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,510 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1922CountyALAMEDAAPN63-2974-36

Schools near 1049 Keith Avenue

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cragmont Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
Public - K to 5
Washington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Oxford Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cragmont Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Washington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Oxford Elementary School
PublicK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Similar Homes

Similar Sold Homes

Explore Nearby Homes

More information about 1049 Keith Avenue, Berkeley, CA 94708

1049 Keith Avenue is a single family home for sale in Berkeley, CA 94708. This property was listed for sale on April 21, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $2,198,000. It has been on the market for a total of 0 days and was last sold on September 22, 2015. This listing's school district is Berkeley Unified School District. Nearby schools include Cragmont Elementary School, Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School and Washington Elementary School. 1049 Keith Avenue is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 3,425 sqft single family home built in 1922.

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified, and Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties expressly disclaims any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the discretion of the seller. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity.

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Alex Michas, DRE #01942824; Compass, Rick Richetta, DRE #01449499

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: San Francisco Association of Realtors, the MLSListings MLS, the BAREIS MLS, the EBRD MLS, Shasta Association of REALTORS® Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by San Francisco Association of Realtors, the MLSListings MLS, the BAREIS MLS, the EBRD MLS, Shasta Association of REALTORS® is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.