About 281 Los Altos Dr
A Rare Canyon Retreat, Offered for the First Time in Over 50 Years! Tucked into a peaceful canyon setting, this private and distinctive home tells the story of another era built with love, and rich with authentic Kensington character. Its mid-century flair meets the open, airy design influences of the 1970s, creating a layout that feels both grounded and free. Behind the home's bones stands Verner & Miram, a San Francisco structural engineering firm whose name carried real weight in mid-century California architecture. Partners Edwin A. Verner and Oleg V. Miram built their reputation from the 1940s through the 1960s, becoming the engineers architects turned to when a project demanded more than the ordinary. Their fingerprint here is part of what makes this home more than a relic of its era it's a piece of art! its open-concept flow to the quiet sense of privacy and retreat that defines the property. Filled with personality and possibility, this is a true canvas a rare opportunity for a buyer with vision to honor the home's original character while reimagining it for the way we live today. Homes like this seldom come to market. For the right owner, it's a chance to create something entirely their own, in a setting that feels worlds away, yet close to everything.
Features of 281 Los Altos Dr
| MLS® # | 41146890 |
|---|---|
| Price | $1,399,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,764 |
| Lot Size | 5,400 |
| Year Built | 1975 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Custom |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 281 Los Altos Dr |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | BERKELEY WOODS |
| City | Kensington |
| County | Contra Costa |
| Zip Code | 94708 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
|---|---|
| Parking | Garage |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Garages | Garage |
| View | Canyon, Hills, Panoramic, Trees/Woods |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior | Wood |
|---|---|
| Cooling | None |
| Has Basement | No |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Wood Burning, Free Standing |
| Stories | Two |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood Siding |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Sloped Down |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Wood Siding |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 1st, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Days on Market | 9 |
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Marissa Smith |
|---|---|
| Office | Enkasa Homes |
