189 Highland Blvd

2,481 Sq. Ft.
$738 / Sq. Ft.
2,481
Sq. Ft.
$738
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Roger Lee was a celebrated local Mid-century architect known for his solid, beautiful designs and functional floor plans. This Roger Lee home has been lovingly maintained and owned by the same family since 1967. A respectful addition added more bedrooms and even more expansive views from a roof top deck. Dramatic Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Bay views from living room and three of the 4+ bedrooms. Indoor/outdoor flow to patios and level garden area, plus an upstairs roof deck. Workshop in...Roger Lee was a celebrated local Mid-century architect known for his solid, beautiful designs and functional floor plans. This Roger Lee home has been lovingly maintained and owned by the same family since 1967. A respectful addition added more bedrooms and even more expansive views from a roof top deck. Dramatic Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco and Bay views from living room and three of the 4+ bedrooms. Indoor/outdoor flow to patios and level garden area, plus an upstairs roof deck. Workshop in partial basement, two-car covered carport, plentiful storage areas. Located on a lovely lot, just one long block from the popular Kensington Hilltop Elementary School.
  1. Listed by Colleen Larkin • DRE #00874780 • THE GRUBB CO. INC.

Property Details for 189 Highland Boulevard

City
KENSINGTON
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
UPPER KENSINGTON
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary, Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Carport - 2 Or More, Covered Parking, Garage Facing Front
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, Mt Tamalpais
LISTING UPDATED: 06/14/2023 03:00 AM

Property Details for 189 Highland Boulevard

StatusSold
MLS #41026733
Days on Compass9
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of THE GRUBB CO. INC., Colleen Larkin, DRE #00874780

Sold By RED OAK REALTY, Jose Fernandez, DRE #01353359

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Building Information for 189 Highland Boulevard

Stories2Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,227 SF

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Property Information for 189 Highland Boulevard

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Carpet, Engineered Wood
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Library, Basement - Partial, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Garbage Disposal, Ice Maker Hookup
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Library, Utility Room, Workshop
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Skylight, Tile
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Sump Pump
  • Energy Saving Feature: Skylight(s)
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities, Generator
  • Builder/Architect: Roger Lee
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Partial Basement, Earthquake Braced
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot, Regular, Garden, Partial Fence
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5227
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5227.0
  • Model: Mid-Century
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2481
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Patio, Roof Deck, Yard Space
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Willamette to Highland
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 572-080-026-6
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 189 Highland Boulevard

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 12, 2023

Sold

EBRD #41026733

$1,830,000
Jun 12, 2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41026733

$1,830,000
Jun 7, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512533511

$1,830,000
May 19, 2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41026733

May 19, 2023

Pending

EBRD #41026733

May 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41026733

$1,475,000
May 10, 2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41026733

$1,475,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/12/2023

Sold

EBRD #41026733

$1,830,000
06/12/2023

Sold

MLSListings #EB41026733

$1,830,000
06/07/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512533511

$1,830,000
05/19/2023

Pending

MLSListings #EB41026733

05/19/2023

Pending

EBRD #41026733

05/10/2023

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41026733

$1,475,000
05/10/2023

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41026733

$1,475,000

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Public Records for 189 Highland Boulevard

Taxable ValueLand$29,621Additions-Total$29,621
Tax Record2025$675 ($56 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size13,640 SqFtStyleResidentialZoningR-6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN572-080-029-0

Schools near 189 Highland Boulevard

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of THE GRUBB CO. INC., Colleen Larkin, DRE #00874780

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