642 Beloit Ave

Set high above Tilden Park’s lush canyon, this extraordinary retreat blends architectural beauty with immersive natural surroundings. Built in 1978 and reimagined by acclaimed sculptor Rob Firmin, it is a private mountain lodge among the treetops, where expansive views and abundant natural light create a sense of serenity just minutes from the Bay Area’s cultural and culinary amenities. Firmin’s renovation opened walls, expanded sightlines, and strengthened connections between living spaces, resulting in a home that feels both intimate and expansive. Nearly every room is oriented toward the canyon, with soaring hawks, rustling trees, and ever-changing light becoming part of daily life. The dramatic living room is anchored by a monumental stone fireplace beneath vaulted wood ceilings and skylights that flood the space with natural light. The adjacent chef’s kitchen combines luxury appliances, including a Café French-door double wall oven and five-burner gas cooktop, with richly veined stone countertops and generous workspaces designed for effortless entertaining. The dining area captures breathtaking canyon views, and the deck beckons outdoor dining or morning coffee. Three of the home’s five bedrooms enjoy direct access to canyon-facing decks. On the lower level, a bedroom opens to a secluded deck with a hot tub overlooking the tranquil landscape. The primary suite is stunningly unique, featuring luminous alabaster double sinks, a spacious walk-in shower, and exquisite custom tilework highlighted by an illuminated alabaster and marble floor medallion. A standout feature is the remarkable artist’s studio, originally designed as Firmin’s personal workspace. Inspired by Nordic design traditions and historic artist ateliers, the studio features soaring ceilings, large north-facing skylights, solar-spectrum lighting, expansive display walls, a deep work sink, and oversized folding doors that allow large-scale projects to move seamlessly between indoors and out. Canyon views and spectacular reverse sunsets inspire any professional. Practical amenities include abundant storage, solar panels, an EV charger, and energy-efficient mini-split heat pumps. A gentle ramp provides convenient level-in access, while a separate exterior entrance and lower-level access offer flexibility for multigenerational living, guests, or potential ADU conversion. It’s a home that allows its residents an escape while enjoying the very best of all that the Bay Area has to offer.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$1,495,000

List Price

$1,495,000

On Market Date

Jun 9, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

Upper Kensington

Zip Code

94708

MLS ID

41137689

APN

5702530105

Year Built

1978

Stories in Building

3

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

5

Bath

2.5 (2/1)

Parking

2

Converted Garage

SQ FT

2,330

SQ FT Source

Measured

Lot SQ FT

8,840.0

Lot Acres

0.2 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Stone Counters, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island

Cooling

Heat Pump

Disclosures

Fire Hazard Area

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Garden, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Flooring

Engineered Wood

Foundation

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Heat Pump, Fireplace(s)

Laundry

Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Main Level

0.5 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry

Views

Canyon, Hills, Panoramic

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Custom

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Garden, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Location

Sloped Down

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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