Presenting an elegant and updated Kensington mid-century – a fall 2026 favorite! Floor-to-ceiling glass frames views of the Bay in a living room centered on a beautiful plaster + tile fireplace, under a wood-beam vaulted ceiling. A charming dining room leads directly to the level-in backyard patio, and a fresh kitchen with new stainless steel appliances lends itself to an ideal interior flow. The private wing includes two spacious bedrooms with views of the bay, and a primary bedroom with attached en-suite bathroom that enjoys garden views and ample closet space. Downstairs, a peaceful studio with built-in bar and half bathroom is the perfect place for a houseguest, office, or a home theatre! The gardens are lush and welcoming – gentle terracing for multiple decks and patios invite the outdoors in. The perfect balance of nature and easy living for entertaining friends for a BBQ and enjoying sunsets with your loved ones. Last but not least, this home features a large two-car garage and multiple updates such as a new primary bathroom, furnace + AC installed in 2020. Impeccably maintained and move-in ready, this home offers exceptionally easy access to the beloved Kensington Hilltop Elementary school! Open Thursday 10/1 9:30 AM -12 PM, Saturday 10/3 + Sunday 10/4 2-4 PM.
Property Details
Price:
$998,000
MLS #:
41149836
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
UPPER KENSINGTON
Listed Date:
Sep 30, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,802
Lot Size:
4,930 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1950
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Schools
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
FA
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
U
Exterior
Architectural Style
MOD
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
STC, WOD
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
DK, PTO
View
BA, BR
Financial
Map
Community
- Address42 Cowper Ave Kensington CA
- SubdivisionUPPER KENSINGTON
- CityKensington
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94707
Subdivisions in Kensington
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Kensington as of Oct 02, 2026
13
Single Family Listed
19
Avg DOM
583
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,326,538
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the UPPER KENSINGTON subdivision, 42 Cowper Ave Kensington CA is a Single Family for sale in Kensington, CA, 94707. It is listed for $998,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,802 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1950. The current price per square foot is $554. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Kensington is $583. The average listing price for Single Family in Kensington is $1,326,538.
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