
Berkeley, California 94708
This Architectural Masterpiece is listed at $2,198,000, representing a premium residence aligned with its $2,073,975 Fair Market Value. Designed by artist-architect Paul Beygrau, the home features museum-quality hand-carved woodwork, redwood wainscoting, and an Exceptionally Well-Maintained Condition Rating. The property offers a sophisticated lifestyle with a sweeping view deck and a private detached apartment for guests or creative use. Situated near top-rated schools including Cragmont Elementary and Berkeley High, this sanctuary blends historic artistry with modern utility. It is an exceptional choice for lifestyle-driven buyers or Owner-Occupants seeking a turnkey historic retreat.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1049 Keith Ave Subject | $2,198,000* List Price | 4 | 4 | 3,425 | $606 | - |
A 1123 1123 Park Hills Rd Sold | $1,950,000 | 5 | 4 | 3,200 | $609 | 0.7 mi |
B 1024 1024 Miller Avenue Sold | $1,600,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,624 | $610 | 0.4 mi |
C 1040 Park Hills Rd Sold | $1,575,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,261 | $697 | 0.6 mi |
D 1001 Cragmont Ave Active | $2,495,000 List Price | 4 | 4 | 3,329 | $749 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
While built in 1922, the property is exceptionally well-maintained and move-in ready. The description of a 'period-inspired kitchen' and 'marble-appointed bath' suggests high-quality renovations likely performed within the 5-15 year range. The intricate woodwork, plaster ceilings, and exterior stucco appear in functional condition without visible safety or structural defects.
Designed by artist-architect Paul Beygrau, this 1920s home is a rare 'collaborative masterwork' featuring museum-quality hand-carved woodwork, redwood wainscoting, and European-style fresco ceilings.
The property includes a private, detached apartment with a lofted sleeping area and its own terrace, offering excellent versatility for a guest house, creative studio, or potential rental income.
The upper-level primary suite serves as a dramatic retreat, highlighted by a unique columned atrium ceiling and French doors that open to a sweeping view deck overlooking the region.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 3425, other record living area = 3010.
The extensive use of historic, hand-crafted materials and intricate plasterwork from 1922 may require specialized and costly upkeep to preserve the home's architectural integrity.
The grounds consist of multiple cascading levels and terraces, which may present accessibility challenges or limit the amount of contiguous flat yard space for recreation.
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
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 | 54% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 3.0 | 78% |
| Square foot | 3,425 | 1,966 | 90% |
| Lot Size | 6,510 | 5,616 | 68% |
| Price | $2.20M | $1.60M | 78% |
| Price per sq ft | $642 | $861 | 19% |
| Built year | 1922 | 1951 | 6% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 1 | 125 | 2% |
Apr 21, 2026
$2,198,000
Initial Listing