Tucked away in the serene hills of Kensington, this cherished estate was designed by esteemed East Bay architect, Roger Lee, and was once his personal residence. Features a 3-bed/ 2-bath home plus separate studio ADU showcasing Lee’s elegant mid-century modern aesthetics with a focus on clean lines and bringing the natural surroundings indoors. Desirable split-level floorplan w/ striking formal entry, stone tiles, an abundance of natural light, walls of glass, and an extensive use of built-in shelves and cabinetry. Open layout with multiple rooms to sit, gather, and enjoy the SF bay & bridge views. Charming ADU w/kitchen, full bath, fireplace + laundry. Asian-inspired gardens filled w/lush maple trees, plus a private hot tub retreat with multiple patios on nearly 17,000 square foot lot offering privacy & room to spread out. A long driveway w/carport, multiple parking spots, several storage rooms & a gardening shed complete this special home. Located in sought-after Kensington with great schools, walking paths & hiking trails, Tilden Park amenities, plus quaint Village shops nearby. Near Solano Ave shops & dining, U.C. Berkeley campus, downtown Berkeley, and much more! Easy commute with BART stations, AC Transit & freeways just mins away!
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
0.39 acresLot Size
$988Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Patricia Palma•DRE #01802420• Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
Bought with Stefanie Parrott•DRE #01224745• STEFANIE PARROTT, BROKER
Reinforce an existing retaining wall at a driveway using tie-back anchors. No replacement or addition to the existing wall is included.
Grading
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Install a new tar and gravel roof on a residential building.
Roofing
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Parking
Parking Information
Has Carport
Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Covered, Off Street, Parking Spaces, Guest, Parking Lot, Uncovered Parking Space
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