Seller's Agent in 2020
Carolyn Jones
The Grubb Co. Inc.
(510) 501-1717
26 Total Sales
17 Highland Blvd Kensington, CA 94707
Estimated Value: $1,214,000 - $1,310,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,353
Sq Ft
$936/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Traditional Architecture
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- No HOA
- Eat-In Kitchen
About This Home
As of July 2020Located just above Arlington Ave. This beautiful Kensington gem with San Francisco & Golden Gate views is just two blocks to Hilltop School. The spacious living room with hardwood floors and charming fireplace has a grand picture window looking out to the front garden which is an amazing array of low maintenance succulents and a huge deck for dining and enjoying the view! The eat in kitchen opens onto the rear garden, level, fenced and includes patio for BBQ and grassy play area. The previous owners who were professional wood workers were responsible for some Ingenious cabinetry including a pantry in the kitchen and loads of other storage throughout the home. There are two bedrooms on the main level & two full baths. The master bedroom just a few steps up enjoys a wonderful city view. There is a two-car garage with built in workspace which can be removed. #7 Bus stops at corner of Arlington and goes to Berkeley BART and El Cerrito Del Norte BART. There is a casual carpool lane nearby.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
The Grubb Co. Inc. License #01179391 Listed on: 02/26/2020
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $16,180
Year Built
- Built in 1951
Lot Details
- 5,450 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
Property Views
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Panoramic
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Tile Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Upper Kensington Subdivision, Mid Century Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5720270114
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2020
Closed on
Jul 2, 2020
Sold by
Hurowitz Marisa N
Bought by
Papazoglou Alexander Edward
Seller's Agent
Carolyn Jones
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Karthiga Anandan
The Grubb Co. Inc.
List Price
$1,080,000
Sold Price
$1,060,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$20,000
-1.85%
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
$206,761
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.18%
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$679,862
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$630,589
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 2013
Sold by
Reed Martin E and Mathias Steven
Bought by
Hurowitz Marisa N
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 8, 2005
Sold by
Lyons Nicholas and Yurman Kathy
Bought by
Reed Martin E and Mathias Steven
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$592,500
Interest Rate
5.57%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papazoglou Alexander Edward | $1,060,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Hurowitz Marisa N | $790,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Reed Martin E | $775,000 | Financial Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Papazoglou Alexander Edward | $765,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hurowitz Marisa N | $95,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hurowitz Marisa N | $537,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Hurowitz Marisa N | $45,453 | |
| Previous Owner | Hurowitz Marisa N | $550,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Martin E | $596,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Martin E | $128,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Martin E | $605,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Reed Martin E | $592,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Lyons Nicholas | $322,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $1,060,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,060,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2020 07/08/20 | Sold | $1,060,000 | -1.9% | $783 / Sq Ft |
| 06/08/2020 06/08/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/15/2020 05/15/20 | Price Changed | $1,080,000 | 0.0% | $798 / Sq Ft |
| 05/15/2020 05/15/20 | For Sale | $1,080,000 | +1.9% | $798 / Sq Ft |
| 03/11/2020 03/11/20 | Off Market | $1,060,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/26/2020 02/26/20 | For Sale | $1,200,000 | -- | $887 / 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 | $16,180 | $1,147,376 | $920,066 | $227,310 |
| 2024 | $15,878 | $1,124,879 | $902,026 | $222,853 |
| 2023 | $15,878 | $1,102,824 | $884,340 | $218,484 |
| 2022 | $15,658 | $1,081,200 | $867,000 | $214,200 |
| 2021 | $15,608 | $1,060,000 | $850,000 | $210,000 |
| 2019 | $12,565 | $868,141 | $686,822 | $181,319 |
| 2018 | $12,197 | $851,119 | $673,355 | $177,764 |
| 2017 | $12,003 | $834,431 | $660,152 | $174,279 |
| 2016 | $11,959 | $818,070 | $647,208 | $170,862 |
| 2015 | $11,998 | $805,783 | $637,487 | $168,296 |
| 2014 | $11,839 | $790,000 | $625,000 | $165,000 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Carolyn Jones
-
Karthiga Anandan
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Karthiga Anandan
The Grubb Co. Inc.
(510) 409-5356
1 in this area
50 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40896801
APN: 572-027-011-4
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