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!
Sold for $2,022,000
Tax assessed value
$2,022,000
46 Highgate Rd, Kensington, CA 94707
4beds
2,272sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1954
0.39 Acres Lot
$2,160,100 Zestimate®
$890/sqft
$6,425 Estimated rent
Home value
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$1.94M - $2.40M
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Listed by:
Patricia Palma DRE #01802420 415-305-6726,
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
Bought with:
Stefanie Parrott, DRE #01224745
STEFANIE PARROTT, BROKER
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41074258
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Office, Study, Utility Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Electric, In Kitchen, Sink
Features
- Den, Dining Area, Storage, Pantry
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Insert, Free Standing, Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,272
- Total interior livable area: 2,272 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More, Parking Spaces, Parking Lot, Uncovered Parking Space
- Has carport: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Terraced Back, Terraced Up, Landscape Back
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 0.39 Acres
- Features: Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 5721700416
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood, Glass
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Details
- Builder name: Roger Lee
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Kensington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $890/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,022,000
- Annual tax amount: $41,670
- Date on market: 9/24/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2024 | Sold | $2,022,000+35.3%$890/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41074258 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2024 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$658/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41074258 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$658/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41074258 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $41,670 +432.9% | $2,022,000 +343.6% |
| 2024 | $7,819 +2.1% | $455,776 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,656 +2.1% | $446,840 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,501 +0.9% | $438,079 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,432 +4.4% | $429,490 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,120 +1.5% | $425,087 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,011 +2.7% | $416,753 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,824 +1.6% | $408,582 +2% |
| 2017 | $6,714 +0.7% | $400,571 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,669 +4.2% | $392,717 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,399 | $386,819 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,399 | $379,243 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $377,530 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $370,129 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $362,873 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $360,162 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $361,019 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $353,941 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $347,002 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $340,199 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $333,530 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $326,991 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $320,999 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $314,706 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $308,537 |
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Neighborhood: 94707
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- 10/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.4 mi
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