Welcome to 225 Arlington Avenue, located in the heart of beautiful Kensington. Offered for the first time since the 1950s, this cherished residence is filled with natural sunlight and captures inspiring views of the San Francisco Bay. It presents a rare opportunity to personalize timeless architecture and make it your own. Sun-filled rooms highlight original character and generous living spaces, offering endless possibilities to customize, reconfigure, or reimagine. Beautiful period details include hardwood floors, extensive built-ins, and a handsome fireplace. The spacious eat-in kitchen features a charming breakfast nook and a large walk-in pantry, while the formal dining room opens to a balcony with beautiful Bay views. The home was thoughtfully remodeled, updated, and expanded in 1982 by noted architect Bennett Christopherson, with a seismic retrofit completed by Monte Stott in 2008. A spacious garage provides interior access to a large basement, along with ample additional storage & space for future projects . Outdoors, a pretty rear garden—always with something in bloom—offers a peaceful natural setting, perfect for family gatherings, relaxing summer days, and outdoor enjoyment. ?Ideally located just blocks from Village shops, Kensington Hilltop Sch, and neighbors Berkeley.
Tucked down a private driveway, 58 Arlington Avenue exudes welcome and warmth! Surrounded by nature, this 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home is single-level making it easily accessible for all. The living room becomes a gathering point with floor-to-ceiling windows framing a cozy fireplace. The kitchen and dining area flow easily to the backyard, making everyday meals feel connected to nature. Down the hall all four bedrooms offer a sense of retreat. The primary bedroom suite has full-height windows looking out to mature native plants, creating a calm space to begin & end the day. A rear bedroom with glass doors opens directly to the patio. It’s ideal for a home office, guest room, or quiet creative corner, while two additional bedrooms sit comfortably in between. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is designed for living well: a covered patio for shade and conversation, space to dine, garden beds to tend, and room to play. Practical comforts are thoughtfully integrated—a two-car carport, driveway parking, and even a bus stop at the top of the drive for easy commuting. Located across the street from the Kensington Library, community center, park & tennis courts and just one block from Blake Gardens, 58 Arlington gives you the flexibility to meet your neighbors or simply enjoy your privacy.
A true Berkeley work of creativity and re-use—an inspired Santa Fe–style bungalow in the heart of Northbrae, just moments from Monterey Market & some of Berkeley’s favorite shops & cafés. Warm & inviting with distinctive character, this 2BD/2BA home blends timeless charm with thoughtful, artisan-level upgrades, including a serene primary bedroom with a beautifully crafted built-in wooden backboard & side table, plus two lovely bathrooms: a main bath with the original cast iron tub and Italian stone tile, and a second European style bath with a skylight, Hansgrohe shower & a stunning custom western red cedar sliding door. At the heart of the home is a one-of-a-kind Country French chef’s kitchen, created by a seller who worked as a private chef for 25 years. A rare restaurant-grade vintage WOLF range, reclaimed 19th-century pine countertops sourced from London railroad stations, a Greenstone sink from a Vermont quarry, Fisher Paykel refrigerator, antique brass faucet & a cushioned rubber floor, make it as functional as it is memorable. The delightful garden offers room to relax plus a remodeled studio with Italian tile, salvaged windows & hand-painted artistic details - perfect for an office, art space, guest retreat or workout room. Home energy score of 8.
Classic Craftsman character meets refreshed functionality in this spacious and ideally located Northbrae residence just blocks from Solano Avenue. Designer Arts & Crafts wallpaper, custom stained glass, original moulding and built-ins highlight the home’s architectural appeal, complemented by freshly refinished hardwood floors and a newly painted interior. The versatile floor plan offers six bedrooms and 2.5 baths, including a primary bedroom with walk-in closet, formal dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a convenient downstairs kitchenette. The refreshed kitchen features quartz countertops, updated cabinetry, tile backsplash, breakfast bar with island seating and garden window. Indoor-outdoor flow connects both kitchen and dining areas to a large rear wrap-around balcony deck, ideal for everyday enjoyment and entertaining. The expansive fenced backyard oasis includes multiple patio areas, while the attached garage, basement workshop, ample closets, and accessible attic storage provide exceptional utility. Treetop views with a peek of the Bay! BESO rating 2.
Sophisticated Contemporary Sanctuary - Elevator for Level-In Living - Walkable Lifestyle! Nestled among majestic oaks in desirable Lower Kensington, this beautifully remodeled contemporary home offers privacy, style & exceptional indoor-outdoor living with rare level-in access via a multiple-person elevator. The light-filled main level features an open floor plan with gas fireplace, seamless indoor-outdoor flow & a skylit chef’s kitchen with stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops & an expansive island. A pantry too! Two generous bedrooms & stylish hall bath complete this split-level. Enjoy the luxurious primary suite with gas fireplace, walk-in & suitcase closets, spa-like bath & access to a large private deck. An add'l bedroom also with its own patio is ideal for guests or home office. Multiple decks, two pavilions, rooftop views & landscaped, low-maintenance gardens enhance outdoor living. Also the elevator with battery backup stops at both levels. Updated systems throughout: mini-split with A/C (2025), a security system & a location outside high fire & eq zones add peace of mind. Short stroll to Colusa Circle farmers market! Solano Ave, top schools, transit, Berkeley & extensive bay & wooded trails are nearby. Easy commute options in all directions. Must see!
Light-filled Retreat with Spectacular Bay Views! Step inside this entertainer's dream home. The open living room, with handsome fireplace and large, west- facing windows, is ideal for dinner parties and sunsets, and flows easily into the kitchen and dining area. Fully updated, the kitchen features expansive quartz countertops, breakfast bar, skylights, and high-end Gaggenau combi steam oven in addition to gas stovetop and oven. Open the sliding door off the dining area and continue the party outside on the large, private patio. Or venture up the steps from the patio to the upper yard and enjoy expansive views of the Golden Gate, and the sunset. If you need a spa day, no need to leave home! Turn up the heat and turn on the jets for a relaxing soak in the hot tub, enjoy the convenience of the outdoor shower after! There is even electrical infrastructure for a future sauna. Looking for good separation of spaces? 3 upstairs BR's are down the hall from the living room and kitchen. 2 west-facing bedrooms feature Bay views, and the primary bedroom, with en suite bath, provides access to the back garden and spa via sliding glass doors. Downstairs, the 4th bedroom has its own separate entrance, presents endless options - Multi-generational living? game room? ADU?* (buyer to verify)
*Transparent Price* Beautifully updated, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath Cragmont home offers 1,784 sq ft of refined living and stunning Bay views. From the front porch, enjoy sweeping vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, and the San Francisco skyline. Inside, natural light fills the living room with its classic fireplace and new floors. The open kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a gas range, bar seating, a breakfast nook, and a dining area—all oriented toward the iconic views. Two main-level bedrooms include one with Golden Gate views and dual closets, plus a serene garden-facing room. The refreshed hall bath adds modern style. Upstairs, the primary suite provides a peaceful retreat with skyline views, a walk-in closet, and an updated en suite bath. Just steps above, a bonus room captures unmatched bridge views—perfect for an office or guest area. The terraced backyard offers multiple outdoor spaces, complemented by a tandem garage, off-street parking, and a landscaped front yard. A rare find, this home delivers exceptional Bay panoramas in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods.
Experience Bay views and outstanding value in this well-located Kensington residence. Set on a tranquil street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch-style home offers partial views of San Francisco and the Bay and sits on a large, mostly level lot - one of the lowest price-per-square-foot offerings in the neighborhood over the past year. Built in 1949, the home retains mid-century character with select updates and presents an excellent opportunity for future improvements. The open layout features sunlit interiors, hardwood floors, and dual-pane windows. The kitchen includes granite countertops, recessed lighting, and flows into the living area with a classic brick fireplace. A bright breakfast nook offers flexible use as dining or office space. The expansive flat backyard includes a newer deck and ample room for entertaining, gardening, or potential ADU development. Additional features include an attached garage with workshop potential and an unfinished basement with generous storage. The property presents a value opportunity for buyers looking to make improvements over time, with a large flat lot and long-term potential in a desirable Kensington location near parks, gardens, and top-rated schools. This is the lowest $/SQ/FT in a year, excluding two outliers with extreme issues."
Berkeley is located in California. Berkeley, California 94707has a population of 119,607. Berkeley 94707 is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 30.73% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 36.75%.
The median household income in Berkeley, California 94707 is $97,834. The median household income for the surrounding county is $112,017 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Berkeley 94707 is 32.1 years.
The average high temperature in July is 71.6 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 43.6 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 25.5 inches per year, with 0 inches of snow per year.
