Designed in 1953 by architect Nora Davies, 64 Highgate Road is a contemporary mid-century residence that reflects the clean lines, thoughtful proportions, and indoor-outdoor sensibility that define the best of the era. Set on a generous 6,600 square foot corner lot with landscape design by Theodore Osmundson, one of the Bay Area’s most celebrated landscape architects, this home pairs architectural pedigree with the kind of livability that only improves with time.

The main level centers on a spacious open living and dining room anchored by a woodburning fireplace and filled with natural light from the home’s west facing windows. The kitchen has been fully remodeled with stone counters, built-in double ovens, and an induction range, creating a workspace that honors the home’s mid-century character while meeting the demands of everyday life. Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms complete the upper level, including a primary suite with an updated en suite bath featuring double sinks and a tiled stall shower.

The lower level is equally compelling. A large family room with its own wood burning fireplace opens directly to the backyard, making it a natural gathering space for casual entertaining or quiet evenings. A dedicated office provides flexible workspace with the kind of separation that makes working from home genuinely productive. A remodeled half bath serves the entire lower level. An attached two-car garage with interior access, a partial basement, and abundant storage throughout round out the home’s practical strengths.

The grounds at 64 Highgate are among its most distinctive features. Step through the front gate into a fully enclosed front yard with a patio, lawn, and outdoor seating area, all screened by mature greenery for complete privacy from the street. The backyard unfolds across multiple levels: a patio for dining, two areas of lawn, terraced gardens, and a charming playhouse, all set against a backdrop of towering redwoods. Whether you are hosting a dinner party on the front patio or spending a Sunday morning in the garden, the property offers the rare combination of space, privacy, and beauty that is difficult to find on a single lot.

The home is in excellent overall condition, with an earthquake-braced foundation, owned solar panels, and a Sunpower back-up battery system. Peekaboo. Bay views from the property add a sense of openness and connection to the broader landscape.

Kensington’s appeal has always been its balance of seclusion and access, and 64 Highgate Road sits right at the center of that equation. The shops, cafes, and restaurants of Kensington Village are just moments away, as is Blake Garden, UC Berkeley’s stunning two-acre teaching garden. Highly rated Kensington Elementary (10/10 GreatSchools) is nearby, and commute access via Arlington Avenue and public transit makes daily life seamless.

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Mid-century modern by architect Nora Davies (1953) | Landscape by Theodore Osmundson | Fully remodeled kitchen | Two woodburning fireplaces | Lower-level office and family room | Remodeled lower-level half bath | Owned solar with SunPower backup battery | EV charger | Earthquake-braced foundation | Attached two-car garage | Enclosed front yard with patio | Terraced rear gardens with redwood backdrop | Bay views | Corner lot, 6,600 SF | Near Kensington Village and Blake Garden