24 Arlington Ave., Kensington, CA 94707

$1,400,000
4
BD
3
BA
2,261
SqFt

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Sold Price
$1,400,000
List Price
$1,095,000
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
41135400
Closing Date
Jul 10, 2026
Year Built
1953
Property Type
Detached
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
3
Full Bathrooms
3
Living Area
2,261
Lot Size
5,500
Acres
0.13
County
Contra Costa
Subdivision
Kensington

Property Description

Mid-century charm, beautiful Bay and Golden Gate views and a flexible floor plan come together in this lovely & versatile Kensington home. Distinct mid-century feel-good appeal and a welcoming California vibe, a 2-car carport plus extra driveway parking add everyday convenience. The main level offers easy, level-in access and a bright open layout, hardwood floors, large windows, Views, and seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen spaces. The light-filled living room is centered around a classic brick fireplace, with bridge, city, bay views. The retro kitchen adds personality with breakfast bar, vintage tile, fab Formica and easy functionality. This level includes two bedrooms and a full bath for comfortable single-level living. Downstairs expands the possibilities with two more bedrooms, two full baths (including a large primary with zoned HVAC capability and sound dampening in the ceiling PLUS an all new fully permitted bathroom in 2026), second downstairs bedroom in the 'guest area' is staged as a family room to show the possibilities, there's a laundry room, kitchenette and dining space, and abundant storage-(in fact, there is a large recently constructed storage area under the carport). With its own entrance and access to the sunny backyard deck, this level is ideal for multi-gen living, guests, work, or creative use. The backyard is open and has big potential, with a large deck overlooking greenery—perfect for BBQs, relaxing, or entertaining, and ready for your landscape vision. Updates include new (2026) modern 200 amp electrical panel. Minutes to Kensington Village, parks, library, community center, and top-rated schools, transit. Some photos have been digitally altered.

Additional Information

Style
Other
Stories
2
Appliances
Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Exterior
Stucco
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Features
Brick
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Kitchen Features
Breakfast Bar, Laminate Counters, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Refrigerator, Other
Laundry Features
Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Lot Description
Sloped Down
Total Number of Rooms
9
Parking Features
Carport, Off Street, Parking Spaces
Pool Type
None
Roof
Bitumen
Water Sewer
Public

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Listing courtesy of Ana Forest from Red Oak Realty. 510-557-8759

Selling Office: Kingship Realty Group.

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