Kensington, CA 94708 135 PURDUE AVE.
$3,989,000
55 more
Presented By: Ann Arriola Plant with Red Oak Realty; 510-381-2101
- MLS# 41099146
- 06/03/2025
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Beds • 5
Baths • 3
SQFT • 3,818
Home Details
ONCE IN A LIFETIME", a home with the provenance of Bernard Maybeck's Wallen II house comes to market. Built for Maybeck's own son, this extraordinary residence seamlessly blends the master's signature style—concrete walls and redwood timbers—with Gary Parson's thoughtful modern addition. Every detail honors both Maybeck's vision and the magical hillside setting. Artistic copper details by Kip Mesirow complement the tastefully remodeled kitchen that opens to a private fenced orchard. Expansive commercial sliding windows dissolve the boundaries between interior spaces and the outdoors. Perched atop the Kensington hills, this private sanctuary offers both bay and hill views, yet is just minutes from local shops and restaurants.
Presented By: Ann Arriola Plant with Red Oak Realty; 510-381-2101
Interior Features for 135 PURDUE AVE.
Bedrooms
Total Bedrooms5
Bathrooms
1/2 Baths0
Total Baths3
Kitchen
Kitchen FeaturesCounter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
Other Interior Features
Air Conditioning Y/NNo
Fireplace FeaturesBrick, Dining Room, Recreation Room, Wood Burning
Fireplace Y/NYes
FlooringHardwood, Tile, Carpet
Heating Y/NYes
Interior AmenitiesDen, Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
Laundry FeaturesDryer, Laundry Closet, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Total Fireplaces2
Window FeaturesBay Window(s), Skylight(s), Window Coverings
Other Rooms
Kitchen FeaturesCounter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Disposal, Oven Built-in, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
General for 135 PURDUE AVE.
AppliancesDishwasher, Double Oven, Oven, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Architectural StyleCustom, See Remarks
Builder NameB. Maybeck
CityKensington
Construction MaterialsStucco, Concrete
CoolingNone
CountyContra Costa
DirectionsArlington-Yale-Beloit-Purdue
ElectricNo Solar
Elementary School DistrictWest Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
Full Baths3
Garage Spaces
Garage Y/NNo
HOANo
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam, Hot Water
High School DistrictWest Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
LevelsTwo Story
Lot Size Square Feet40075
MLS AreaListing
ModificationTimestamp2025-07-25T00:26:41.100Z
New ConstructionNo
Pool FeaturesNone
Property ConditionExisting
Property SubtypeDetached
Property TypeResidential
RoofMetal, Bitumen
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive Under Contract
StatusActive - Contingent
Stories Count2
Subdivision NameUpper Kensington
Total Rooms11
ViewBay, Canyon, Golden Gate Bridge, Park/Greenbelt, Hills, Ridge
Year Built1938
Exterior for 135 PURDUE AVE.
Building Area Total3818
Exterior AmenitiesBalcony, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side
FencingBarbed Wire
Foundation DetailsSlab
Lot FeaturesLevel, Premium Lot, Secluded, Sloped Up, Back Yard, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Rear
Lot Size Acres0.92
Lot Size Area40075.2
Other EquipmentSatellite Dish
Parking FeaturesOff Street
Water SourcePublic
Additional Details
Price History
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