478 Boynton Ave

Berkeley, CA 94707

$995,000
Price
3
Beds
1,355 Sq. Ft.
$734 / Sq. Ft.
1,355
Sq. Ft.
$734
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 478 Boynton—a timeless 3BD/3BA retreat in Berkeley’s sought-after Thousand Oaks Heights. Full of warmth, character, and thoughtful design, this home offers the perfect mix of classic charm and modern comfort—plus coveted indoor-outdoor flow that makes daily life feel like a getaway. The main level features a light-filled living room with original wood-trimmed windows, hardwood floors, and a tiled fireplace that opens to a spacious redwood deck—ideal for entertaining, enjoying morning coffee,...Welcome to 478 Boynton—a timeless 3BD/3BA retreat in Berkeley’s sought-after Thousand Oaks Heights. Full of warmth, character, and thoughtful design, this home offers the perfect mix of classic charm and modern comfort—plus coveted indoor-outdoor flow that makes daily life feel like a getaway. The main level features a light-filled living room with original wood-trimmed windows, hardwood floors, and a tiled fireplace that opens to a spacious redwood deck—ideal for entertaining, enjoying morning coffee, or unwinding among the trees. The kitchen offers clean lines, ample storage, and vintage style that blends beautifully with the home’s original detailing. A bedroom with en suite bath adds flexibility for guests, a home office, or a private den. Upstairs, a second bedroom with exposed beam ceilings and a cozy office nook leads to the sun-soaked primary suite, complete with vaulted ceilings, skylights, a private balcony, and a spa-like bath with jetted tub and separate shower. Close to Solano Ave, Marin Circle, and Kensington Village, with easy access to beloved shops, cafes, parks, weekend farmers’ markets and transit. SQ FT differs. Buyer to investigate.
  1. Listed by Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo • DRE #01906759 • Red Oak Realty

Property Details for 478 Boynton Avenue

City
BERKELEY
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
1000 OAKS HEIGHT
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Brown Shingle, Cottage, A-Frame, See Remarks
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
None
Total # Parking Spaces
0
LISTING UPDATED: 06/30/2025 05:18 PM

Property Details for 478 Boynton Avenue

StatusPending
MLS #41100996
Days on Compass19
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,800 SF
CountyAlameda County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo, DRE #01906759
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Building Information for 478 Boynton Avenue

Stories2Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,800 SF

Payment Calculator

$5,974 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,213

Property Taxes

$761

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 478 Boynton Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Upper Level
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 3.0
  • Room Additional: Converted Garage
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Tile, Tub with Jets
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Public Water
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector(s), Individual Gas Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Shingles, Wood Siding, Window Screens, Balcony
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Lot Description: Creek Front, Sloped Down, Partial Fence
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4800
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4800.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Elastomeric
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1355
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Deck(s), Landscape Front
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Acres: 0.11
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • Directions to Property: Arlington to Boyton
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150
  • High School District: Berkeley (510) 644-6150

Property History for 478 Boynton Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41100996

Jun 30, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41100996

Jun 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41100996

$995,000
Jun 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41100996

$995,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2025

Pending

EBRD #41100996

06/30/2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41100996

06/11/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41100996

$995,000
06/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41100996

$995,000

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Public Records for 478 Boynton Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$116,530Additions$334,179Total$450,709
Tax Record2024$9,134 ($761 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,141 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,141 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1949CountyALAMEDAAPN62-2940-17-2

Schools near 478 Boynton Avenue

This home is within Berkeley Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Ruth Acty Elementary
PublicK to 5

Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School
PublicK to 5

Thousand Oaks Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Demetrius Chapin-Rienzo, DRE #01906759

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