Kensington

Tucked into the hills between Berkeley and El Cerrito, Kensington is a small, upscale community known for its quiet, tree-lined streets, beautiful single-family homes, and spectacular Bay views. The housing stock offers an eclectic mix of Tudor, Spanish Revival, Mid-Century Modern, and contemporary architecture, with many hillside homes enjoying sweeping vistas of San Francisco, the Bay, Mount Tamalpais, and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Despite its peaceful, residential feel, Kensington is just minutes from Berkeley and offers two charming neighborhood shopping areas along Arlington Avenue and at Colusa Circle. Nearby Tilden and Wildcat Canyon provide miles of trails and open space, while the community itself is home to the beautiful Blake Garden UC Berkeley. Primarily made up of single-family homes, Kensington offers a rare combination of privacy, natural beauty, dramatic views, and convenient access to the rest of the East Bay