Kensington Homes with Traditional Style

Kensington Homes with Traditional Style

Welcome to Kensington, California – a hidden gem nestled within the picturesque Contra Costa County. This charming city boasts a rich tapestry of history, community spirit, and stunning natural beauty, making it an ideal place to call home. With its lush hills and breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay, Kensington offers a tranquil retreat just a stone's throw from the bustling urban life of the Bay Area.

Kensington is renowned for its strong sense of community, where neighbors become friends and local events bring everyone together. The area features a delightful mix of parks, walking trails, and vibrant local businesses that contribute to its inviting atmosphere. Residents enjoy the benefits of top-rated schools and a close-knit community, making it a perfect environment for families and individuals alike.

In Kensington, you’ll discover an array of homes that embody traditional architectural styles, reflecting the charm and character of this unique neighborhood. From stately Craftsman bungalows to elegant Mediterranean villas, the homes here are designed with timeless aesthetics in mind. Many properties feature beautifully landscaped gardens, inviting porches, and classic details that evoke a sense of nostalgia while providing modern comforts.

Whether you’re looking for a cozy family home or a serene retreat, Kensington’s traditional-style residences offer a perfect blend of elegance and warmth. Experience the allure of Kensington, where community, culture, and classic architecture come together to create a truly enchanting living experience. Come explore the possibilities and make this charming city your new home!

Newest Kensington Homes with Traditional Style

$1,350,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 41146502 MLS
Lovingly held by the same family for 42 years, 66 Arlington Court is a home shaped by decades of thoughtful care, meaningful improvements, and a life well lived. Tucked away and enveloped by mature greenery, the home in the hills offers rare level-in, single-story living with an effortless connection to its gardens. Oversized windows, skylights, and natural sun tunnels fill the interiors with light, while two sets of French doors create a graceful flow for everyday living and entertaining. At the heart of the home, a spacious kitchen opens to a warm family room with wood-beamed ceilings and a modern gas fireplace. Beyond, French doors lead to a private, level backyard with a patio, flourishing raised garden beds, and two extraordinary trees: a rare Dawn redwood and magnificent Lily magnolia that blooms twice each year. The serene primary suite features a beautifully remodeled, spa-like bath with an oversized walk-in shower, dual showerheads, and heated towel rack. A recently replaced roof, dual-pane windows, and new water heater complete the home’s thoughtful updates. Moments from Kensington Park, Hilltop School, Blake Garden, and the neighborhood favorites of Arlington Village, 66 Arlington Court offers that increasingly rare combination of privacy, beauty, ease, and connection. After more than four cherished decades, a beloved Kensington home is ready for its next story. www.66Arlingtoncourt.com

66 Arlington Court, Kensington

Listing courtesy of Grace Bishop from Red Oak Realty. 510-872-4512

$1,098,000
2 Beds 2 Baths 41145472 MLS
Unobstructed views, expansive floorplan, and turnkey! Welcome to 218 Cambridge, a stunning level-in home in Kensington, complete with newer heat pump, fully updated electrical, recently replaced roof, copper plumbing, new windows and hardwood floors, renovated kitchen and bathrooms, and so much more. Just move in and enjoy. Walk in through the level entry to a renovated main floor with an open, airy layout and a sweeping panorama that takes in the best of the bay, including San Francisco, Mount Tam and the Golden Gate Bridge. The updated chef's kitchen is perfect for entertaining. With stainless steel appliances and designer zellige tile, you’ll host with style and a view. Beyond the abundance of shared spaces, you’ll find a bright and generous bedroom and full bathroom, rounding out the main floor. Downstairs, you’re greeted by a sun-filled family room that boasts all the glorious views shared from above. This level offers an office nook, a spacious primary bedroom and ensuite bathroom, and a view deck with sweeping views of the Bay. Soak up the sun in a professionally landscaped backyard. With a separate entrance, the downstairs offers versatility and the ability to convert into an ADU if so desired. And, 218 Cambridge conveys with preliminary designs to turn the home into a stunning 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home and landscaping plans featuring a wrap-around deck and high-end garden oasis. With an attached one-car garage and a separate parking pad, parking is no problem! All of this, just moments from Blake Garden, Kensington Park, the shops and restaurants along Colusa Circle, Arlington Boulevard, Solano Avenue and zoned for top-rated Kensington Hilltop Elementary.

218 Cambridge Ave, Kensington

Listing courtesy of Alissa Custer from District Homes. 510-460-5105

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