Seller's Agent in 2023
Ira & Carol Serkes
Compass
(510) 684-3334
6 in this area
37 Total Sales
228 Lake Dr Kensington, CA 94708
Estimated Value: $1,667,000 - $2,247,000
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,302
Sq Ft
$819/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of San Francisco
- Solar Power System
- Contemporary Architecture
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2023NEW PRICE! OPEN SAT &SUN 1/28 & 1/29 2-4:30PM Serene private location near end of the street in this woodsy hills area. Close to a hiking trail above the canyon &Tilden Park. A curving path thru landscaped front garden takes you to main entrance adjacent to charming brick-paved courtyard. At street lvl: large eat-in kit w/ample storage (see the fold-out ironing board in a drawer!), workspace, views from living rm, dining area & deck, gorgeous full bath, & 2 bedrooms (one w/half bath). Lower lvl is accessed by a wide winding staircase & is very well integrated w/main living space: a spacious family room full of natural light, a 3rd large bedrm w/across-the-wall louvered doors closet area, sep large storage sp, &exit to back gdn. Garage studio/office w/French doors is just across the courtyard &is easily accessed from the main house hardwood flooring, skylights, high ceiling, & laundry area with cabinetry & sink. Water heater&furnace are newer, replaced w/i the past year; sewer latera in compliance; rooftop solar owned by sellers; garage parking for 1 car.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $24,366
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 5,600 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Fenced
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Central Vacuum
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Accessible Home Design
- Wheelchair Ramps
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Upper Kensington Subdivision, Contemporary Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 570232006
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 4, 2023
Closed on
Feb 10, 2023
Sold by
Olchak John and Olchak Kristin
Bought by
Dorsa Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Ira & Carol Serkes
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
List Price
$1,900,000
Sold Price
$1,725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$175,000
-9.21%
Total Days on Market
28
Views
54
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
$160,993
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.56%
Original Mortgage
$1,380,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,340,797
Interest Rate
6.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$545,196
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 12, 2021
Closed on
May 28, 2021
Sold by
Mclean C Alison and The C Alison Mclean Revocable
Bought by
Olchak John and Olchak Kristin
Seller's Agent
Laura Dubinett
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Ira & Carol Serkes
Compass
List Price
$1,350,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$500,000
37.04%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.01%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 12, 2021
Sold by
Mclean C Alison and C Alison Mclean Revocable Trus
Bought by
Yip Arnold K
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 22, 2011
Sold by
Mclean Constance Alison and Alison Mclean C
Bought by
Mclean Constance Alison
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 22, 2007
Sold by
Smith Brian D
Bought by
Mclean C Alison
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorsa Living Trust | $1,725,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Olchak John | $1,850,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Yip Arnold K | -- | None Available | |
| Mclean Constance Alison | -- | None Available | |
| Mclean C Alison | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Dorsa Living Trust | $1,380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Brian D | $304,630 | |
| Previous Owner | Smith Brian D | $225,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,725,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- |
| 02/16/2023 02/16/23 | Sold | $1,725,000 | -3.9% | $749 / Sq Ft |
| 02/01/2023 02/01/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/21/2023 01/21/23 | Price Changed | $1,795,000 | -5.5% | $780 / Sq Ft |
| 01/04/2023 01/04/23 | For Sale | $1,900,000 | +2.7% | $825 / Sq Ft |
| 06/02/2021 06/02/21 | Sold | $1,850,000 | +37.0% | $804 / Sq Ft |
| 05/19/2021 05/19/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/12/2021 05/12/21 | For Sale | $1,350,000 | -- | $586 / 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 | $24,366 | $1,794,690 | $1,352,520 | $442,170 |
| 2024 | $26,468 | $1,759,500 | $1,326,000 | $433,500 |
| 2023 | $26,468 | $1,924,740 | $1,040,400 | $884,340 |
| 2022 | $26,141 | $1,887,000 | $1,020,000 | $867,000 |
| 2021 | $6,568 | $369,718 | $197,562 | $172,156 |
| 2019 | $6,123 | $358,753 | $191,703 | $167,050 |
| 2018 | $5,978 | $351,720 | $187,945 | $163,775 |
| 2017 | $5,889 | $344,824 | $184,260 | $160,564 |
| 2016 | $5,853 | $338,064 | $180,648 | $157,416 |
| 2015 | $5,859 | $332,987 | $177,935 | $155,052 |
| 2014 | $5,774 | $326,465 | $174,450 | $152,015 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ira & Carol Serkes
-
Alissa Custer
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Alissa Custer
District Homes
(510) 460-5105
24 in this area
219 Total Sales
-
Laura Dubinett
L
Seller's Agent in 2021
Laura Dubinett
The Agency
(424) 230-3700
2 in this area
10 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41016412
APN: 570-232-006-9
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