21 Norwood Avenue, Kensington, CA 94707 - Photo 1

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$1,750,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath

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Property Description

Designed in 1957 by Harry Nakahara, a Bay Area mid-century modernist and protégé of John Carl Warnecke, this upper Kensington gem embodies the belief that architecture should respond to its landscape rather than overpower it. Much of the home remains in original condition, and the warmth of wood set against textural concrete, and the quality of light moving through the rooms, feel as deliberate today as they did at its completion. The living room announces this immediately: floor-to-ceiling windows frame sweeping Bay and Marin Headland views, while mahogany-paneled walls, beamed ceilings, and refinished hardwood floors create an atmosphere that rewards an unhurried life. The eat-in kitchen has been thoughtfully updated with a breakfast bar, every improvement made in service of the original architecture rather than in spite of it. The expansive deck was made for sunset gatherings, its panoramic views shifting through their colors as friends linger and the evening settles in. The terraced backyard features mature loquat, plum, and cherry trees, and a treehouse. Three bedrooms on one level; the primary includes a private office. Renovated bath, covered parking, full laundry. One block from Blake Garden; easy walk to Kensington Circle, the Sunday Farmers' Market, and Benchmark Pizza.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 21 Norwood Ave

General

Sold For: $1,750,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41126115
Added to Site: 56 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 5
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Nook, Updated Kitchen
Fireplace(s): None
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Partial Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Laundry: Dryer, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Manual Sprinkler Front, Manual Sprinkler Rear, Private Entrance, Yard Space

Parking

Parking Features: Carport, Carport - 2 Or More

Location

Area: Listing
County: Contra Costa
Subdivision: Kensington
Driving Directions: North on Arlington; West on Norwood

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
Exterior Const.: Composition Shingles, Wood Siding, Concrete
Roof: Composition Shingles
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 1,737 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1957

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.1885
Lot Dimensions: 8211
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Level, Landscaped
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $861

Listed by Compass, Megan Micco
Sold by Compass, Jordan Lento

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Schools

Schools serving 21 Norwood Ave

School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Kensington Elementary School 90 Highland Boulevard, Kensington, CA 94708	K-6	0.3 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School 7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530	7-8	1.3 mi
El Cerrito Senior High School 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530	9-12	0.6 mi

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Price & Sales History for 21 Norwood Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

4/10/2026

Sold

$1,750,000

17.06%

MLS

3/11/2026

Listed

$1,495,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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Beds
3
Total Baths

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Beds
2
Total Baths

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Total Baths

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Beds
3
Total Baths

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21 Norwood Avenue, Kensington, CA 94707 (MLS# 41126115) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,750,000 on April 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 21 Norwood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Kensington? You can browse all Kensington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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