This handsome and private Thousand Oaks home exudes charm and character and is located in one of Berkeley’s most sought-after neighborhoods. The light-filled layout offers comfortable living spaces with a natural flow throughout. The spacious living room features beautiful divided-light windows and opens seamlessly to a generous dining room. The sunny kitchen includes a skylight and an attached breakfast nook. Three well-proportioned bedrooms are located on the main level, two of which open onto the upper deck. The lower level offers flexibility, featuring a bedroom, living area, and an additional room, along with a bonus area and utility/storage space. With its own private entrance, this level presents a variety of possibilities—ideal for a home office, guest quarters, a teen retreat, extended family living, or a creative space. The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped, and the rear yard provides ample space for play or gardening. The lower deck includes two large areas perfect for entertaining. This home offers space and versatility for a variety of lifestyles, all just minutes from shops and restaurants on Solano Avenue, Kensington Circle, the Sunday Farmer's Market, and transportation. BESO 3
Recently built Berkeley Hills contemporary home with breathtaking panoramic Bay views and ADU. Set on a rare nearly 10,000 sq ft lot. Spectacular sunsets and sweeping vistas can be enjoyed from nearly every room. A dramatic skylight and glass-floor light well bring natural light from the roof through the upper level into the living space below, creating a striking architectural centerpiece and bright open interior. Nearly 12-ft ceilings and a folding glass door system open the living space to expansive decks framing spectacular Bay views. The chef’s kitchen boasts marble counters, Thermador appliances, and a walk-in pantry. Quality craftsmanship defines this residence, showcasing white oak and porcelain tile floors, customized rift oak doors, and top-of-the-line finishes throughout. The serene primary suite features large picture windows and a spa-like bath with radiant heated floors. Rare ~813 sq ft attached ADU with private entrance, full kitchen, living area, and separate meter—ideal for guests, extended family, or rental income. Additional highlights include AC, EV charging, smart switches, 1 GB fiber internet with wired connections in all rooms, a two-car garage, and extra driveway parking. Conveniently located near Albany and North Berkeley shopping, dining, parks, trails.
SHORT SALE APPROVED UNMATCHED KENSINGTON OPPORTUNITY. ATTENTION FLIPPERS, CONTRACTORS, AND EQUITY SEEKERS: The bank has authorized a price drop below the loan balance, creating the most aggressive value-add play in Kensington. This high-margin short sale is priced for immediate action and maximum ROI. A dream scenario for professionals looking to capitalize on a cosmetic blank slate in a premier location, you are starting with the advantage of newer dual-pane windows and a recently updated kitchen. Boasting iconic SF Bay and Golden Gate Bridge views, this 3BD/2BA ranch sits on a rare, expansive lot with massive ADU potential to skyrocket your investment. The interior is a "diamond in the rough" ready for an overhaul including bathrooms, flooring, and paint. By acquiring these world-class views at a price that reflects the needed maintenance, you can bypass the premium of someone else's finishes and capture the substantial upside this neighborhood commands. Sold strictly AS-IS, this is the lowest price-per-square-foot opportunity on a view lot in Kensington over the past year. If you have the crew and the vision, the equity gap here is unmatched. Act nowat this price, it will not last. Top-rated schools and neighborhood amenities. Your next high-margin project starts here.


Kensington is located in California. Kensington, California has a population of 5,288. Kensington is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 33.15% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 35.9%.
The median household income in Kensington, California is $167,500. The median household income for the surrounding county is $110,455 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Kensington is 48.6 years.
The average high temperature in July is 72.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 43 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 26.1 inches per year, with 0 inches of snow per year.