Seller's Agent in 2022
Simon Motley
Compass
(925) 444-4329
2 in this area
83 Total Sales
21 Norwood Ave Kensington, CA 94707
Estimated Value: $1,415,000 - $1,626,090
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,800
Sq Ft
$852/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Bay View
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Stone Countertops
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of August 2022Mid-century perfection. Except for the thoughtful updates, this home has been largely untouched since 1957. Tucked off a quiet street, this Kensington gem was originally designed and built by a prominent architect of the time for his own family. After entering the living room with its floor-to-ceiling windows, mahogany paneling, refinished wood floors, and beautiful beamed ceilings, head through to an updated vintage eat-in kitchen complete with breakfast bar. The expansive deck provides the perfect ambiance for sunset aperitivo gatherings with friends and family while taking in the Bay and Marin Headland views. The large backyard is great for little ones to explore with trees galore including-loquat (with treehouse), plum, cherry, and more. The 3 bedrooms are all on the same level and the primary bedroom boasts a private office, quiet enough for Zoom conference calls. Not to mention a great location for hopping over to Blake Garden (1 block up), cute shops on Arlington and Solano
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,644
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 8,211 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Property Views
- Bay
- Mountain
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Raised Foundation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Home Office
- Partial Basement
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Oven
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Carport
- Tandem Parking
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Arlington Acres Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 572201013
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 23, 2022
Closed on
Aug 11, 2022
Sold by
Wood Molly J and Wood Lawrence K
Bought by
Brophy Kristen and Warendh Per Linus
Seller's Agent
Simon Motley
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Megan Micco
List Price
$1,125,000
Sold Price
$1,520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$395,000
35.11%
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
$13,023
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.02%
Original Mortgage
$1,216,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,153,035
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$414,131
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 24, 2019
Sold by
Ono Carole Janice and Ono Carol J
Bought by
Wood Molly J and Wood Lawrence K
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$56,250
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2016
Sold by
Ono Carole J
Bought by
Ono Carole J
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brophy Kristen | $1,520,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Wood Molly J | $1,125,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Ono Carole J | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Brophy Kristen | $1,216,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wood Lawrence Kent | $180,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wood Molly J | $954,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Wood Molly J | $56,250 | |
| Previous Owner | Wood Molly J | $900,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,520,000 | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2022 08/19/22 | Sold | $1,520,000 | +35.1% | $844 / Sq Ft |
| 08/02/2022 08/02/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/23/2022 07/23/22 | For Sale | $1,125,000 | -- | $625 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
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 | $21,644 | $1,581,408 | $1,352,520 | $228,888 |
| 2024 | $21,239 | $1,550,400 | $1,326,000 | $224,400 |
| 2023 | $21,239 | $1,520,000 | $1,300,000 | $220,000 |
| 2022 | $16,599 | $1,159,387 | $927,510 | $231,877 |
| 2021 | $16,548 | $1,136,655 | $909,324 | $227,331 |
| 2019 | $2,779 | $96,639 | $43,530 | $53,109 |
| 2018 | $2,686 | $94,745 | $42,677 | $52,068 |
| 2017 | $2,649 | $92,889 | $41,841 | $51,048 |
| 2016 | $2,529 | $91,069 | $41,021 | $50,048 |
| 2015 | $2,520 | $89,702 | $40,405 | $49,297 |
| 2014 | $2,474 | $87,946 | $39,614 | $48,332 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Simon Motley
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Emma Hopkins
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Emma Hopkins
Compass
(925) 787-6332
1 in this area
79 Total Sales
-
Megan Micco
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Megan Micco
(510) 708-9952
7 in this area
151 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41002562
APN: 572-201-013-8
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