Best Neighborhoods in Kensington, CA
Kensington ranks first of 1 ranked Kensington neighborhood on overall score, at 4.5 out of 5. 1 Kensington neighborhood score 4 out of 5 or higher overall.
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Kensington, Kensington, CA
Keywords: Bay Views, Village Convenience, Trailheads Nearby
Kensington is one of the East Bay’s classic hill towns, prized for sweeping Bay and city vistas, quiet winding lanes, and a close, civic‐minded community. The housing stock skews midcentury custom with architect‐driven touches, plus tasteful expansions that capture light and views. Mature trees, terraced gardens, and irregular lots give most homes excellent privacy without losing the neighborhood feel. ... See Full Page
Scores updated October 2026
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Kensington neighborhoods: your questions, answered
What are the best neighborhoods in Kensington?
Kensington has the highest overall score in Kensington, at 4.5 out of 5.
What are the best places to live in Kensington?
Houseberry's highest-scored Kensington neighborhoods are Kensington (4.5 out of 5), out of 1 ranked on safety, schools, amenities and value.
Which areas of Kensington score highest for safety, schools and amenities together?
1 Kensington neighborhood score 3.5 out of 5 or higher for schools, safety and amenities: Kensington. Kensington has the highest combined total in Kensington, at 4.0 out of 5 for schools, 5.0 out of 5 for safety and 4.2 out of 5 for amenities.
What do homes cost in Kensington's highest-ranked neighborhoods?
Kensington, which has the highest overall score in Kensington with a price on record, has a typical home price of $1,641,660.
How many neighborhoods does Houseberry rank in Kensington?
Houseberry ranks 1 neighborhood in Kensington. 1 Kensington neighborhood score 4 out of 5 or higher overall.
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