38 Highgate

Welcome to 38 Highgate Road, a private five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath architectural retreat in one of Kensington’s most desirable enclaves. Set down from the street on a secluded 0.38-acre lot, this 3,843-square-foot home blends Mediterranean warmth with iconic Mid-Century character. High-end windows frame unobstructed panoramas of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Mt. Tamalpais, and San Francisco skyline. Recently renovated by Berkeley’s Averyl Interior Design, the home is approached through a water-conscious garden and private brick courtyard. Inside, varying-width white oak floors unite the living room, dining room, and newly renovated chef’s kitchen, appointed with Carrara marble countertops, Fireclay tile, and Rejuvenation hardware. A classic brick hallway with rich wood ceilings opens to a tranquil central atrium. Three spacious, view-filled bedrooms and office room anchor this level, including a serene primary suite with a designer bath and double shower. The renovated lower level offers two additional bedrooms, an updated full bath, soundproofing, insulation, and Green Building Supply cork flooring for acoustic comfort. Flexible and private, it is ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, gym, media room, or short/long term rental. The landscaped, level backyard offers ample space for dining, entertaining, play, and relaxation. Its flourishing orchard includes apple, pear, peach, apricot, and fig trees, while a remarkable 75-year-old grapevine-covered trellis provides history, character, and shade. Exceptionally private and peaceful, 38 Highgate is just down the street from Berkeley’s enchanting Blake Garden, moments from shops and neighborhood favorites along The Arlington, and convenient to commuter routes serving Berkeley and San Francisco.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,995,000

List Price

$1,995,000

On Market Date

Sep 1, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Kensington

Zip Code

94707

MLS ID

41146863

APN

5721700069

Year Built

1936

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

5

Bath

3.5 (3/1)

Parking

2

Attached

SQ FT

3,843

SQ FT Source

Other

Lot SQ FT

16,530.0

Lot Acres

0.38 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker Hookup, Kitchen Island, Oven Built-in, Pantry, Updated Kitchen

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Nat Hazard Disclosure, Disclosure Package Avail

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Garden, Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front

Flooring

Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Bamboo, Cork

Foundation

Fire Place

Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Floor Furnace, Fireplace(s)

Laundry

Dryer, Washer

Main Level

2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Mid Century Modern

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Garden, Back Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front

Location

Level, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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