Recently Listed Open House 2/7 2pm - 4pm
225 Arlington Ave.
Kensington, CA, 94707 $ 1,200,000
Bedrooms4 Baths3.0 Sq 2,403 Monthly Estimate*
$ 7,389
Single Family Home for sale in Kensington, CA
for $1,200,000 with 4 bedrooms and 3 full baths. This 2,403 square foot home was built in 1938 on a lot size of 0.1297.
Welcome to 225 Arlington Avenue, located in the heart of beautiful Kensington. Offered for the first time since the 1950s, this cherished residence is filled with natural sunlight and captures inspiring views of the San Francisco Bay. It presents a rare opportunity to personalize timeless architecture and make it your own. Sun-filled rooms highlight original character and generous living spaces, offering endless possibilities to customize, reconfigure, or reimagine. Beautiful period details include hardwood floors, extensive built-ins, and a handsome fireplace. The spacious eat-in kitchen features a charming breakfast nook and a large walk-in pantry, while the formal dining room opens to a balcony with beautiful Bay views. The home was thoughtfully remodeled, updated, and expanded in 1982 by noted architect Bennett Christopherson, with a seismic retrofit completed by Monte Stott in 2008. A spacious garage provides interior access to a large basement, along with ample additional storage & space for future projects . Outdoors, a pretty rear garden—always with something in bloom—offers a peaceful natural setting, perfect for family gatherings, relaxing summer days, and outdoor enjoyment. ?Ideally located just blocks from Village shops, Kensington Hilltop Sch, and neighbors Berkeley.
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Open House
2/7/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
2/8/2026 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
225 Arlington Ave. Kensington, CA
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2403
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Gravity
Cooling None
Possession Close Of Escrow
Roof Composition Tile
Appliances Gas Water Heater Dryer Washer
Garage Spaces 1
Patio/Porch Features Patio
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stucco
Year Built 1938
View Bridge(s) City Lights
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage true
Subdivision Name KENSINGTON
Garage Y/N true
Other Structures Barn(s)
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions North of Amherst Cross Street: Amherst.
City Kensington
High School District West Contra Costa
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 5650
Listing Terms Cash Conventional
Virtual Tour http://225arlington.com
Builder Name Custom
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
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InteriorInterior Amenities Breakfast Area Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring Carpet Vinyl Wood
Fireplace Features Living Room
Basement (Y/N) true
Air Conditioning Y/N false
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 3
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ExteriorParking Features Garage Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Sprinklers In Rear Sprinklers In Front Sloped Up
Total Parking 1
Lot Size Area 5650
Lot Size Acres 0.1297
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Public Records
Builder Model Traditional
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 1/29/2026 | $1,200,000 | | Listed Price |