21 Norwood Avenue

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.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,495,000

List Price

$1,495,000

On Market Date

Mar 5, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Kensington

Zip Code

94707

MLS ID

41126115

APN

Year Built

1957

Stories in Building

2

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

1.5 (1/1)

Parking

0

Carport, Carport - 2 Or More

SQ FT

1,800

SQ FT Source

Public Records

Lot SQ FT

8,211.0

Lot Acres

0.1885 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

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

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Other - Call/See Agent

Entry Level

Exterior Details

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

Flooring

Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Carpet

Foundation

Fire Place

None

Heating

Forced Air

Laundry

Dryer, Washer

Main Level

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Mid Century Modern

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

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

Location

Sloped Down, Level, Landscaped

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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