$1,095,000
OPEN SAT 2PM - 4PM

290 Colgate Ave Kensington, CA 94708

Total Views 1,272
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,216 Sq Ft
$900 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Updated Kitchen
  • No HOA
  • Side by Side Parking

About This Home

Incredible views, indoor-outdoor flow and single level living in this dreamy ranch style sanctuary. From the moment you enter through the gate into the first courtyard you will begin to feel your spirit being lifted. Upon entering the Spanish inspired inner courtyard it's easy to see your life taking shape. When you step through the front door you are greeted with glimpses of the stunning views to follow. This home is laid out for relaxed easy living. The sun drenched living room offers unparalleled view of San Francisco and the Golden Gate Bridge. Go straight out to the spacious deck to enjoy the world class views. Entertaining is a breeze on the deck or the large lower patio level. The eat-in kitchen opens out to the courtyard for great outdoor dining options. 2 large bedrooms 1 full bath with a walk-in shower & a deep tup. Detached 1+ car garage and large useful storage area under the deck. Great location just a few blocks to Kensington Hilltop Park tennis courts or Wildcat Canyon hiking trails. Just over a 1/2 mile to Young's Market, Inn Kensington, Raxakoul Coffee & Kensington Deli. Only 1 mile Tilden's Little Farm, Jewel Lake, tons of gorgeous picnic spots and hiking trails. Easy trip to North Berkeley Solano Ave & Northbrae shops or El Cerrito Plaza options plus BART.

Listing Agent

Leif Jenssen

Vanguard Properties License #01182699 Listed on: 03/04/2026

Vanguard Properties

Co-Listing Agent

Tamir Mansour

Vanguard Properties License #01950551

Open House Schedule

  • Saturday, March 14, 2026
    2:00 to 4:00 pm
    3/14/2026 2:00:00 PM +00:00
    3/14/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    Stunning views & easy single level living from gorgeous Kensington ranch style sanctuary. Indoor-outdoor flow w/kitchen opening to a courtyard. Stunning views from living & dining rm w/ lrg deck. 1+ car detached garage, close to Youngs Market & shops
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  • Sunday, March 15, 2026
    2:00 to 4:00 pm
    3/15/2026 2:00:00 PM +00:00
    3/15/2026 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    Stunning views & easy single level living from gorgeous Kensington ranch style sanctuary. Indoor-outdoor flow w/kitchen opening to a courtyard. Stunning views from living & dining rm w/ lrg deck. 1+ car detached garage, close to Youngs Market & shops
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

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

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Level-in
  • Upper Kensington Subdivision, Ranch Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5701420134

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBVP 02
  • Subdivision Name: Upper Kensington
  • Directions: Grizzly to Beloit to Colgate
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: 4097

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Bridge(s), Mt Tamalpais
  • Builder Name: Level-in
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Side By Side, Size Limited

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public, None (Irrigation)

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000
  • Parcel Number: 5701420134

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $16,691 $1,166,270 $910,261 $256,009
2024 $16,015 $1,143,403 $892,413 $250,990
2023 $16,015 $1,120,984 $874,915 $246,069
2022 $15,709 $1,099,005 $857,760 $241,245
2021 $15,659 $1,077,457 $840,942 $236,515
2019 $14,750 $1,045,500 $816,000 $229,500
2018 $14,327 $1,025,000 $800,000 $225,000
2017 $6,237 $376,633 $281,292 $95,341
2016 $6,114 $369,249 $275,777 $93,472
2015 $6,125 $363,703 $271,635 $92,068
2014 $6,085 $356,580 $266,315 $90,265
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/04/2026 03/04/26 For Sale $1,095,000 -- $900 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $1,025,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $820,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $687,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41125969

bridgeMLS

APN: 570-142-013-4

California Contra Costa County Kensington 94708

290 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA

For Sale

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