Perfectly nestled in a flat, walkable neighborhood in the desirable town of Kensington, this special home is the one. Stroll with your family to the Sunday Farmer's Market, pick up coffee and pastries at Semifreddi's Bakery, get organic groceries at Colusa Market, dine out at Benchmark Pizzeria, and listen to live music at Kensington Circus Pub. All this is a block away from your doorstep...the location can't be beat. Magical gardens surround the home and beckon you to unwind each day in your outdoor oasis. Inside you will appreciate the meticulous updates and artistic details that set this home apart from others. The living room features gleaming hardwood floors, a picturesque fireplace, tray ceiling, and warm sconce lighting. Through the formal dining room you will find a designer kitchen with a high-back farmhouse sink, rustic cherry cabinets with integrated lighting, rich cherry countertops, a luxury handmade Italian gas stove, Miele appliances, and Marvin windows. All 2.5 bathrooms have impressive upgrades, including custom tile, beautiful vanity sinks, a modern clawfoot bathtub, and bidet toilet. Take advantage of the extra space in the converted garage for an office and exercise room. On top of it all, highly-rated Kensington Elementary School is nearby. Happiness awaits!
Sold for $1,700,000 on 12/04/24
$1,700,000
1652 Oak View Ave, Kensington, CA 94707
3beds
1,377sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$1,619,700 Zestimate®
$1,235/sqft
$4,983 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,619,700
$1.46M - $1.81M
$4,983/mo
Zestimate® history
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 06, 2024 at 02:04am
Listed by:
Louise Lovewell DRE #00689931 510-351-5555,
Re/max Accord,
Katie Lovewell DRE #01912817 510-351-5555,
Re/max Accord
Bought with:
Sheril Madden, DRE #01228854
Red Oak Realty
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41076387
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Cabinets, In Kitchen, Common Area
Features
- Formal Dining Room, Storage, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Cork
- Windows: Screens, Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,377
- Total interior livable area: 1,377 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Converted Garage
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard,Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Front Yard, Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Yard Space
Details
- Parcel number: 5713110145
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition,Tile
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Irrigation Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Kensington
- Subdivision: Kensington Circl
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2024 | Sold | $1,700,000+42.3%$1,235/sqft |
Source:  Bay East AOR #41076387 | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$868/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41076387 | ||
| 10/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000-3.2%$868/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41076387 | ||
| 8/7/2019 | Sold | $1,235,000+105.3%$897/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40872738 | ||
| 6/14/2012 | Sold | $601,500+11.6%$437/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,679 -26.5% | $939,311 -29.1% |
| 2024 | $18,620 +1.9% | $1,324,166 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,276 +1.3% | $1,298,203 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94707
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1 mi
- 6/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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