36 Highgate Rd, Kensington, CA 94707

• 4 beds |
• 4 baths |
• 3,157 sqft

Property Description

From its sleek lines and elegant geometry to its distinctive Art Deco materials and motifs, this large and gracious 1937 residence makes a unique architectural statement in its peaceful Kensington neighborhood. Past the covered entry flanked by rounded walls, tall columns, and geometric glass block walls, the wide front door leads through the foyer and living room to a wisteria-draped balcony overlooking a deep rear landscape and splendid bay, bridge, and city views. In the living room, sculptural curved walls cast warm light upward; the broad mirror above the fireplace reflects the sweeping views. The dining room window wall shares the balcony and western vista; the kitchen features a leafy, framed Golden Gate Bridge. A versatile bedroom suite, corner office, powder room, and large laundry room with deck and steps to a lower patio complete the main level. Ascend the circular staircase with its graceful railing and porthole window to the upper bedroom suite with a wraparound view roof deck, hall bathroom, and two more charming bedrooms. Off the foyer, the lower staircase winds down to the recreation room, project/art room, and an old-fashioned workshop. Outside, the deep, fenced, gently terraced spaces of this exceptional third-acre site invite your vision, offering broad patios, wooded glades, sunny planting areas, and a lighted shed for gardening, parties, and play. Loved by the same family for over half a century and recently renewed with deep respect for its period details, this extraordinary property beckons lovers of architecture to the pleasures and conveniences of Kensington Village and the hills.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 5, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 5:17AM

Listing Office:

Vanguard Properties : 510-590-4290

Listing Agent:

Virginia Erck : 510-410-0373

MLS ID:

41133577

Interior

• General: Eat-in KitchenWorkshop
• Appliances: Gas Water Heater
• Flooring: ConcreteVinylWood
• A/C: None
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Living RoomWood BurningFireplace
• Disability Feature: None

Exterior

• Other Structures: DeckPatio
• Pool: None
• Parking: GarageParking spaces: 4

Construction

• Roofing: Shingle
• General: StuccoThree Or More

Location

• Originating MLS: CRMLS_BMLS
• School District: West Contra Costa
• County: Contra Costa

Lot

• Zoning: 5721700051
• View: BayBridge(s)View

Financial

• Source: CRMLS_BMLS