NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1648 Ocean View Ave Kensington, CA 94707

Estimated Value: $1,268,000 - $1,621,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,578 Sq Ft
$931/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 28, 2020

Last sale price $1,200,000 $760 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,133/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Converted Garage
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Eat-In Kitchen

About This Home

As of August 2020

New price. Magical one level Mediterranean home plus studio of 313 sq. ft,which is NOT included in the sq. footage of the house, in the heart of Kensington! The owners have beautifully updated this home over many years. The living room features a central fireplace with remote control. The dining room leads to the sunny kitchen with the eating area overlooking the private terrace. The level lot offers easy social distancing. The studio provides a quiet, creative space for working remotely. Close to pastries & coffee! Enjoy easy living in a quiet and convenient neighborhood of this lovely small town. www.1648oceanview.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Bebe McRae

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #00875159 Listed on: 07/03/2020

Co-Listed By

Alexis Thompson

The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01849227

Last Buyer's Agent

Mischa Lorraine

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty License #01858312

Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,802

Year Built

  • Built in 1929

Lot Details

  • 4,141 Sq Ft Lot

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Tile Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Converted Garage
  • Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Zoned Heating
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kensington Circl Subdivision, Mediterranean Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5713120136

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,802

Year Built

Built in 1929

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1929
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBGRUCO
  • Subdivision Name: Kensington Circl
  • Directions: Just S. of Colusa Circle
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
  • Other Equipment: DSL/Modem Line
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Other
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Updated Kitchen, Other

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Tile
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Other
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Radiant
  • Cooling: Other
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4141
  • Parcel Number: 5713120136

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2022
Sold by
Cefkin Melissa S and Cefkin Mazyar
Bought by
Lotfalian And Cefkin Family Trust
Current Estimated Value
$1,403,838

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 4, 1998
Sold by
Lynch Daniel P and Downs Jane M
Bought by
Lynch Daniel P and Downs Jane M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lotfalian And Cefkin Family Trust -- --
Lynch Daniel P -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Lynch Daniel P $100,000
Previous Owner Lynch Daniel P $385,000
Previous Owner Lynch Daniel P $140,000
Previous Owner Lynch Daniel P $200,000
Previous Owner Lynch Daniel P $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,200,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,200,000 -- --
08/28/2020 08/28/20 Sold $1,200,000 +3.0% $760 / Sq Ft
08/04/2020 08/04/20 Pending -- -- --
07/29/2020 07/29/20 Price Changed $1,165,465 -10.3% $739 / Sq Ft
07/03/2020 07/03/20 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $824 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $17,802 $1,298,917 $1,082,432 $216,485
2024 $17,573 $1,273,449 $1,061,208 $212,241
2023 $17,573 $1,248,480 $1,040,400 $208,080
2022 $17,340 $1,224,000 $1,020,000 $204,000
2021 $17,292 $1,200,000 $1,000,000 $200,000
2019 $3,243 $143,886 $61,002 $82,884
2018 $3,196 $141,065 $59,806 $81,259
2017 $3,165 $138,300 $58,634 $79,666
2016 $3,124 $135,589 $57,485 $78,104
2015 $3,119 $133,553 $56,622 $76,931
2014 $3,115 $130,938 $55,513 $75,425
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Bebe McRae

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Bebe McRae

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

    (510) 928-3912

    10 in this area

    95 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    Alexis Thompson

    The Grubb Co. Inc.

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  • Mischa Lorraine

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Mischa Lorraine

    Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty

    (510) 331-3617

    1 in this area

    52 Total Sales

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40910925

bridgeMLS

APN: 571-312-013-6

California Alameda County Kensington 94707

1648 Ocean View Ave, Kensington, CA

This home is located at 1648 Ocean View Ave, Kensington, CA 94707 since 03 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $1,469,891, approximately $931 per square foot. This property was built in 1929. 1648 Ocean View Ave is a home with nearby schools including Kensington Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School, and El Cerrito Senior High School.

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