$3,989,000

beds

baths

3,818

square ft

135 Purdue Ave.

Kensington, California 94708

Contingent / MLS #41099146 / Single Family / Kensington

Listing information updated 7/24/2025 at 7:50pm

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.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Custom,See Remarks

Exterior Type:

Stucco,Concrete

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam, Hot Water

Appliances:

Satellite Dish

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

87 Years

Roof Type:

Metal,Bitumen

Parking Type:

Off Street

Room Count:

Square Feet:

3,818

Lot Size:

40075.2 Square Feet

External Features:

Balcony, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

N/A

Tax Year:

N/A

Location

Zip Code:

94708

City:

Kensington

County:

Contra Costa

Schools

School District(s):

West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Elementary School:

N/A

Middle School:

N/A

High School:

N/A

Full Features Taxes & Assessments Location Schools

Architecture Style:

Custom,See Remarks

Exterior Type:

Stucco,Concrete

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

None

Heating System:

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Steam, Hot Water

Appliances:

Satellite Dish

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

87 Years

Roof Type:

Metal,Bitumen

Parking Type:

Off Street

Room Count:

Square Feet:

3,818

Lot Size:

40075.2 Square Feet

External Features:

Balcony, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side

Listing Agent: Ann Arriola Plant

Listing Office: Red Oak Realty

Disclaimer: Bay East 2025. CCAR 2025. bridgeMLS 2025. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.