NOT LISTED FOR SALE

262 Amherst Ave Kensington, CA 94708

Estimated Value: $1,031,000 - $1,294,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,398 Sq Ft
$843/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 13, 2023

Last sale price $1,098,000 $785 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,537/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Spanish Architecture
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of November 2023

Nestled in the Kensington Hills, yet just a block to Village shops and a short distance to Solano Avenue shops and restaurants. Luscious Bay Views. Open and airy Spanish style craftsman. With nearly 1,400 square feet, plus expansive basement with a photography dark room. Spacious deck looks out to invigorating San Francisco Bay Views! Absolutely charming bungalow featuring vintage aesthetic & appeal. The Roof and HVAC are both recent improvements per owner. This was the home of recognized photographer Jim Millett who was mentored by Ansel Adams and other famed photographers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ruth Frassetto

Vanguard Properties License #00779030 Listed on: 10/04/2023

Vanguard Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Angela Xu

The Agency License #01981330

The Agency

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,745

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 4,455 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Back Yard Fenced

Property Views

  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Bridge
  • Downtown
  • Mount Tamalpais

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partial Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by c.20's Custom
  • Upper Kensington Subdivision, Spanish Bungalow Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5700600082

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,745

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1
  • Subdivision Name: UPPER KENSINGTON
  • Directions: 1 blk above Arlington Ave.
  • Architectural Style: Spanish
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Basement: Partial
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard
  • Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Other, Bridges, Mt Tamalpais
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: c.20's Custom
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, No Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4455
  • Parcel Number: 5700600082
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2023
Sold by
James M Millett Irrevocable Trust
Bought by
Christina R Downes 2005 Revocable Trust and Downes
Current Estimated Value
$1,178,729

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 27, 2012
Sold by
Millett James M
Bought by
Millett James M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 19, 2010
Sold by
Millett James M
Bought by
Millett James M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 1996
Sold by
Millett James M
Bought by
Millett James M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Christina R Downes 2005 Revocable Trust -- None Listed On Document
Millett James M -- None Available
Millett James M -- None Available
Millett James M -- --
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,098,000 -- --
11/13/2023 11/13/23 Sold $1,098,000 +11.0% $785 / Sq Ft
10/18/2023 10/18/23 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2023 10/04/23 For Sale $989,000 -- $707 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $15,745 $1,119,960 $958,800 $161,160
2024 $2,464 $1,098,000 $940,000 $158,000
2023 $2,464 $68,543 $36,248 $32,295
2022 $2,384 $67,200 $35,538 $31,662
2021 $2,322 $65,884 $34,842 $31,042
2019 $2,216 $63,931 $33,809 $30,122
2018 $2,204 $62,679 $33,147 $29,532
2017 $2,179 $61,451 $32,498 $28,953
2016 $2,150 $60,247 $31,861 $28,386
2015 $2,140 $59,343 $31,383 $27,960
2014 $2,147 $58,182 $30,769 $27,413
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Ruth Frassetto

    Vanguard Properties

    36 in this area

    84 Total Sales

    Ruth Frassetto
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  • Angela Xu

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Angela Xu

    The Agency

    (510) 229-8199

    2 in this area

    28 Total Sales

    Angela Xu
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41040947

bridgeMLS

APN: 570-060-008-2

California Contra Costa County Kensington 94708

262 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA

This home is located at 262 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 94708 since 04 October 2023 and is currently estimated at $1,178,729, approximately $843 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 262 Amherst Ave is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Kensington Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School, and El Cerrito Senior High School.

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