NOT LISTED FOR SALE

205 Purdue Ave Kensington, CA 94708

Estimated Value: $1,272,000 - $1,484,002

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,415 Sq Ft
$948/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 12, 2021

Last sale price $1,220,000 $862 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $8,665 / mo

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • Kensington Elementary School Rated 10
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of April 2021

This beautiful mid-century Kensington hills home has been lovingly updated with a contemporary design and features 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. When entering the home, you are greeted by a spacious and light-filled living room that flows beautifully to a dining room with neighborhood and peekaboo bay views. These rooms are anchored by a classic midcentury floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace. The kitchen has been completely remodeled, with brand new stainless steel appliances, countertops, and ample storage space. Down the hallway, you will find an updated bathroom and three bedrooms. In the primary bedroom, there is an additional en-suite bathroom that has been updated as well. The professionally landscaped terraced backyard can be accessed through sliding glass doors in one of the bedrooms and features a wooden deck patio - perfect for outdoor entertaining and gardening. From the top terrace, enjoy a stunning view on a sunny day. Gleaming hardwood floors are displayed throughout the home

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alissa Custer

District Homes License #01703944 Listed on: 03/03/2021

Co-Listed By

JESSICA WAGGONER

MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY License #02084131

Last Buyer's Agent

Chet Gohd

Compass License #00998937

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Partial Bay or Harbor
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • Mountain
  • Mount Tamalpais

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Trash Compactor

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Midcentury

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 570191002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.09
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBODH
  • Subdivision Name: Not Listed
  • Directions: Arlington to Westminster,Rt on Kenyon to Purdue
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Efficiency: Windows
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: No Additional Rooms, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry, Updated Kitchen, Energy Star Lighting
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Regular
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Mountain(s), Partial, Mt Tamalpais
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000
  • Parcel Number: 570191002
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2021
Closed on
Apr 12, 2021
Sold by
Lee Bradford Lynda
Bought by
Lynda L Bradford Living Trust and Staub
Seller's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Chet Gohd
Compass
List Price
$1,049,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$171,000
16.3%
Current Estimated Value
$1,340,751

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$120,751
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.88%
Original Mortgage
$1,097,878
Outstanding Balance
$989,651
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$351,100

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2021
Closed on
Apr 8, 2021
Sold by
Lynda L Bradford Living Trust and Staub Michelle Anne
Bought by
Hughes Melissa and Hughes Christopher
Seller's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Chet Gohd
Compass
List Price
$1,049,000
Sold Price
$1,220,000
Premium/Discount to List
$171,000
16.3%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,097,878
Outstanding Balance
$989,651
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$351,100

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 16, 2013
Sold by
Bradford Lynda L
Bought by
Bradford Lynda L
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Lynda L Bradford Living Trust -- --
Hughes Melissa $1,220,000 Old Republic Title
Bradford Lynda L -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hughes Melissa $1,097,878
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,220,000 -- --
04/12/2021 04/12/21 Sold $1,220,000 +16.3% $862 / Sq Ft
03/17/2021 03/17/21 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2021 03/03/21 For Sale $1,049,000 -- $741 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $18,597 $1,320,566 $995,837 $324,729
2024 $17,838 $1,294,673 $976,311 $318,362
2023 $17,838 $1,269,288 $957,168 $312,120
2022 $17,602 $1,244,400 $938,400 $306,000
2021 $15,404 $1,050,000 $870,000 $180,000
2019 $7,556 $492,215 $317,053 $175,162
2018 $7,295 $482,565 $310,837 $171,728
2017 $7,179 $473,104 $304,743 $168,361
2016 $7,144 $463,828 $298,768 $165,060
2015 $7,162 $456,862 $294,281 $162,581
2014 $7,202 $447,914 $288,517 $159,397
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40939879

bridgeMLS

APN: 570-191-002-7

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