Seller's Agent in 2021
Priscilla Rice
Compass
(510) 304-5124
2 in this area
16 Total Sales
134 York Ave Kensington, CA 94708
Estimated Value: $1,475,000 - $1,790,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,834
Sq Ft
$886/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of November 2021Delightfully Updated Traditional-style home on a premium cul-de-sac in the tranquil community of Kensington. Views of the Bay greet you as you walk past terraced raised bed planters and a private courtyard patio to the elegant front door. Inside, a spacious living room with exposed beam cathedral ceilings and a gracious fireplace welcomes you with tranquil Bay and garden views. An ample dining room, generously sized chef’s kitchen and half bath round out the entry level, with three bedrooms and two baths including a sunny master suite occupying the upper floors. An urban farmer’s dream, the rear garden is furnished with sturdy chicken coop, picnic table, veggie boxes and multiple fruit trees. With its great location, tasteful updates, wonderful indoor/outdoor flow and friendly floor plan, 134 York has something for everyone. Video tour at
Last Buyer's Agent
Lee Goodwin
License #01245367
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $22,364
Year Built
- Built in 1936
Lot Details
- 5,300 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Down
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Insulated Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Solid Surface Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Upper Kensington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 572150009
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2021
Closed on
Nov 3, 2021
Sold by
Schwimmer Bryan Gene and Chen Jenny
Bought by
Boulter Ondine and Hanes Benjamen
Seller's Agent
Priscilla Rice
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lee Goodwin
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
19.69%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,669
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.26%
Original Mortgage
$1,150,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,058,193
Interest Rate
2.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$567,476
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2020
Closed on
May 18, 2020
Sold by
Bell Mark R and Bell Cara E
Bought by
Schwimmer Bryan Gene and Chen Jenny
Seller's Agent
Todd Hodson
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Priscilla Rice
Compass
List Price
$1,392,000
Sold Price
$1,310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$82,000
-5.89%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.95%
Original Mortgage
$1,048,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 22, 2020
Sold by
Bell Cara E and Bell Mark R
Bought by
Bell Mark R and Bell Cara E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
3.73%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulter Ondine | $1,550,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Schwimmer Bryan Gene | $1,310,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Schwimmer Barbara Madeline | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Bell Mark R | -- | First American Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Boulter Ondine | $1,150,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Schwimmer Bryan Gene | $1,048,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Mark R | $250,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Mark R | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Mark R | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Cara E | $322,700 | |
| Previous Owner | Bell Mark R | $275,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hilty Lucille H | $55,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,310,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,550,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,310,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/17/2021 11/17/21 | Sold | $1,550,000 | +19.7% | $845 / Sq Ft |
| 10/22/2021 10/22/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/13/2021 10/13/21 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -1.1% | $706 / Sq Ft |
| 05/22/2020 05/22/20 | Sold | $1,310,000 | +1.0% | $714 / Sq Ft |
| 04/22/2020 04/22/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2020 04/15/20 | Price Changed | $1,297,000 | -6.8% | $707 / Sq Ft |
| 04/01/2020 04/01/20 | For Sale | $1,392,000 | -- | $759 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $22,364 | $1,516,000 | $1,075,871 | $440,129 |
| 2024 | $21,944 | $1,612,620 | $1,144,440 | $468,180 |
| 2023 | $21,944 | $1,581,000 | $1,122,000 | $459,000 |
| 2022 | $21,661 | $1,550,000 | $1,100,000 | $450,000 |
| 2021 | $19,028 | $1,323,571 | $1,010,360 | $313,211 |
| 2019 | $11,083 | $749,509 | $529,724 | $219,785 |
| 2018 | $10,768 | $734,814 | $519,338 | $215,476 |
| 2017 | $10,598 | $720,406 | $509,155 | $211,251 |
| 2016 | $10,556 | $706,281 | $499,172 | $207,109 |
| 2015 | $10,587 | $695,673 | $491,674 | $203,999 |
| 2014 | $10,445 | $682,046 | $482,043 | $200,003 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Priscilla Rice
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Lee Goodwin
-
Todd Hodson
Seller's Agent in 2020
Todd Hodson
Red Oak Realty
(510) 701-1008
16 in this area
62 Total Sales
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TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
(510) 206-2686
18 in this area
83 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40970787
APN: 572-150-009-7
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