230 Yale Ave Kensington, CA 94708
4
Beds
4
Baths
2,353
Sq Ft
5,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Updated Kitchen
- Tudor Architecture
- No HOA
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Stone Countertops
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of October 2024Welcome home to 230 Yale Ave, a transcendental 4BR/4BA Tudor home in the tranquil hills of Kensington. With a reimagined flow & modern design, this home was stunningly remodeled from studs to stucco while embracing its history & charm. Main floor open layout emphasizes the western vistas of San Francisco & Golden Gate Bridge, as well as the abundant natural light. Chef’s kitchen features: custom cabinetry, large island, stainless steel Bertazzoni appliances, quartz counters & walnut floating shelves. Main level includes: primary bedroom with ensuite bathroom & walk-in closet, second bedroom for nursery or home office & hall bathroom. Custom, modern staircase opens to the lower-level family room with wet bar & wine refrigerator. Sliders with easy access to the wrap-around deck, leading to the yard below with patio for relaxing & dining. Lower level also includes: two bedrooms with two bathrooms (one is a second primary suite with walk-in closet); spacious laundry room with numerous cabinets & sink; utility room; and attached garage with EV charger & additional storage. The property is moments from award-winning Hilltop Elementary, Upper Kensington shops/cafes, Tilden Park, Solano Ave, UC Berkeley, Colusa Circle & downtown San Francisco by AC Transit, BART or freeway.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Kw Advisors East Bay License #01918183 Listed on: 09/06/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,765
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Tudor Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Electric Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Kensington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5700710014
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 6, 2024
Closed on
Oct 23, 2024
Sold by
Stroud Development
Bought by
Balram Family Trust and Balram
Seller's Agent
Joshua Dickinson
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Waggoner
District Homes
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$2,100,000
Premium/Discount to List
$205,000
10.82%
Views
29
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
-$142,159
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.19%
Original Mortgage
$765,000
Outstanding Balance
$758,266
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,199,575
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 21, 2024
Sold by
Stroud Development Inc
Bought by
Stroud Development
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 2022
Sold by
Bookstein Kuehner Living Trust
Bought by
Stroud Development Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
4.16%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 25, 2013
Sold by
Bookstein Norman A
Bought by
Bookstein Norman A and Kuehner Gillian E
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $2,100,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Grant Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Grant Deed | $1,265,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $765,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $163,827 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $187,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $185,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $165,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $2,100,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | Sold | $2,100,000 | -10.6% | $892 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2024 10/09/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/24/2024 09/24/24 | Price Changed | $2,350,000 | +24.0% | $999 / Sq Ft |
| 09/06/2024 09/06/24 | For Sale | $1,895,000 | -- | $805 / 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 | $18,765 | $2,100,000 | $1,600,000 | $500,000 |
| 2024 | $18,424 | $1,316,106 | $1,108,026 | $208,080 |
| 2023 | $18,424 | $1,290,300 | $1,086,300 | $204,000 |
| 2022 | $6,523 | $367,924 | $198,682 | $169,242 |
| 2021 | $6,485 | $360,711 | $194,787 | $165,924 |
| 2019 | $6,170 | $350,013 | $189,010 | $161,003 |
| 2018 | $6,042 | $343,151 | $185,304 | $157,847 |
| 2017 | $5,959 | $336,423 | $181,671 | $154,752 |
| 2016 | $5,925 | $329,827 | $178,109 | $151,718 |
| 2015 | $5,944 | $324,874 | $175,434 | $149,440 |
| 2014 | $5,878 | $318,511 | $171,998 | $146,513 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joshua Dickinson
Seller's Agent in 2024
Joshua Dickinson
Kw Advisors East Bay
(510) 323-3669
22 in this area
86 Total Sales
-
Jessica Waggoner
J
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Jessica Waggoner
District Homes
(510) 604-4009
7 in this area
72 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41072340
APN: 570-071-001-4
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