242 Trinity Ave Kensington, CA 94708
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,841
Sq Ft
4,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Traditional Architecture
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Private Lot
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2025Beautiful Kensington home with jaw-dropping views - just minutes to the shops on Arlington, Kensington Park, Hilltop Elementary, and so much more. Upon approach, you are greeted by a private fenced-in garden with fruiting passion fruit vine leading into the entry & main living space with expansive views of the Bay, San Francisco, and multiple bridges. The unobstructed view of the Golden Gate Bridge from the back deck is incredible. With high-end stainless steel appliances, quartz countertop, and tile backsplash, the kitchen is a star of the home. Upstairs sit two large bedrooms and one designer bathroom, with a walnut vanity and designer tile. Down from the main level is the central family room providing a second main living space. This connects to two more bedrooms and a second remodeled full bathroom. The large bedroom off the back of the house offers a wall of windows overlooking the professionally landscaped back garden and has expansive views. The back garden has a new lower deck, with views, a level lawn and veggie beds for your inner gardener. If that isn’t enough, there are seismic improvements, a newer furnace + AC, updated electrical, copper plumbing, sewer compliance, low pest, zoned top-performing Kensington Elementary, large laundry room, and attached garage.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
District Homes License #01703944 Listed on: 01/29/2025
Co-Listed By
JESSICA WAGGONER
MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY License #02084131
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,585
Year Built
- Built in 1941
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
- Private Lot
- Rectangular Lot
- Lot Sloped Down
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- Golden Gate Bridge
- San Francisco
- Bridge
- City Lights
- Mount Tamalpais
- Hills
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Mediterranean Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Brick Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Den
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Insulation
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wall Furnace
- Electricity To Lot Line
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Mediterranean
- Kensington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5701520149
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 29, 2025
Closed on
Feb 14, 2025
Sold by
Wilson Rachael E G and Wilson Spencer J
Bought by
Langley Jill
Seller's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
List Price
$1,249,000
Sold Price
$1,785,000
Premium/Discount to List
$536,000
42.91%
Views
44
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
-$117,484
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-14.04%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 14, 2019
Sold by
Shevelev Ruth Ann and Mcphail Mark Andrew
Bought by
Wilson Rachael E G and Wilson Spencer J G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$693,750
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 26, 2009
Sold by
Mcphail David and Mcphail Irene
Bought by
Mcphail David and Mcphail Irene
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$938,250
Interest Rate
3.06%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2000
Sold by
Irene Mcphail and Irene David
Bought by
Mcphail David and Mcphail Irene
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 18, 1998
Sold by
Mcphail David Pendleton
Bought by
Mcphail Irene
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$37,500
Interest Rate
6.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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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 | $1,785,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | $925,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $687,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $693,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $693,750 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $938,250 | Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $37,700 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $37,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2025 02/24/25 | Sold | $1,785,000 | +42.9% | $970 / Sq Ft |
| 02/12/2025 02/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | For Sale | $1,249,000 | -- | $678 / 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 | $14,585 | $1,031,850 | $808,749 | $223,101 |
| 2024 | $14,585 | $1,011,619 | $792,892 | $218,727 |
| 2023 | $14,317 | $991,785 | $777,346 | $214,439 |
| 2022 | $14,117 | $972,339 | $762,104 | $210,235 |
| 2021 | $14,066 | $953,274 | $747,161 | $206,113 |
| 2019 | $2,613 | $85,321 | $33,809 | $51,512 |
| 2018 | $2,502 | $83,649 | $33,147 | $50,502 |
| 2017 | $2,473 | $82,010 | $32,498 | $49,512 |
| 2016 | $2,533 | $80,403 | $31,861 | $48,542 |
| 2015 | $2,435 | $79,196 | $31,383 | $47,813 |
| 2014 | $2,439 | $77,646 | $30,769 | $46,877 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Alissa Custer
District Homes
(510) 460-5105
24 in this area
220 Total Sales
-
J
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
JESSICA WAGGONER
MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY
-
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Colleen Larkin
THE GRUBB CO. INC.
(510) 816-2507
4 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41084033
APN: 570-152-014-9
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