Susan Koide
Compass
(650) 866-1190
46 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$1.2M - $1.4M Price Range
290 Colgate Ave Kensington, CA 94708
Kensington AreaEstimated Value: $1,299,423
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,216
Sq Ft
$1,069/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Kensington Elementary School Rated 10
- Wood Flooring
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of April 2026Transparent price! Incredible opportunity: World class views, indoor-outdoor flow & single level living in this dreamy ranch style sanctuary. The moment you enter into the first courtyard your your spirit will be lifted. Upon entering the Spanish inspired inner courtyard it's easy to see your life taking shape. Stepping 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 & the Golden Gate Bridge. Go straight out to the spacious deck to enjoy the SF views. Entertaining is a breeze on the deck or the lrg lower patio level. The eat-in kitchen opens out to the courtyard for great outdoor dining options. 2 large bedrms 1 full bath w/ walk-in shower & a deep tup. Detached 1+ car garage opens to interior courtyard & lrg useful storage area under deck. Great location just a few blocks to Kensington Hilltop Park tennis courts or Wildcat Canyon hiking trails. Just over 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 & hiking trails. Easy trip to North Berkeley Solano Ave & Northbrae shops or El Cerrito Plaza options plus BART.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Vanguard Properties License #01182699 Listed on: 03/04/2026
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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
- Fenced
- Level Lot
- Garden
- 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
- Views of the Bay Bridge
- Bridge
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,216 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Storage
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
- Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Basement
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Built by Level-in
- Upper Kensington Subdivision
- The community has rules related to parking rules
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 4, 2026
Closed on
Apr 8, 2026
Sold by
Morad Movassaghi and M & A Family Trust
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Leif Jenssen
Vanguard Properties
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Prokup
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,095,000
Sold Price
$1,290,000
Premium/Discount to List
$195,000
17.81%
Views
57
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
$9,423
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.75%
Original Mortgage
$1,032,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,028,902
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$270,521
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2024
Sold by
Movassaghi Ali Morad
Bought by
Movassaghi
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Atai Maryam
Bought by
Movassaghi Ali Morad
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$820,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 1, 2017
Sold by
Thompson Leonti H and Thompson Esther S
Bought by
Thompson Leonti H and Thompson Esther S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 14, 2016
Sold by
Roupe Esther S
Bought by
Roupe Esther S and Thompson Leonti H
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$687,500
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 2000
Sold by
Roupe Mark D and Roupe Esther S
Bought by
Roupe Esther S
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Kensington, CA
-
Susan Koide
-
Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Village Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
71 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,600,000 Price
-
Ann Wilkins
Ann Wilkins
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 616-4757
18 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,250,000 Price
-
Derek Han
Derek Han
Bhg Reliance Partners
(510) 851-9881
145 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,750,000 Price
-
Leslie Manzone
Leslie Manzone
Compass
(707) 244-7025
70 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,500,000 Price
-
Michele Manzone
Michele Manzone
Compass
(510) 291-6194
60 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,500,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,290,000 | Old Republic Title | ||
| Movassaghi | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Movassaghi Ali Morad | $1,025,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Movassaghi Ali Morad | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Thompson Leonti H | -- | None Available | |
| Roupe Esther S | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Roupe Esther S | -- | First American Title |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,032,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Movassaghi Ali Morad | $758,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Movassaghi Ali Morad | $820,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Roupe Esther S | $687,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Roupe Esther | $50,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Roupe Esther S | $235,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | Sold | $1,290,000 | +3.2% | $1,061 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2026 04/04/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/31/2026 03/31/26 | Price Changed | $1,250,000 | +14.2% | $1,028 / Sq Ft |
| 03/04/2026 03/04/26 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $900 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $16,691 | $1,189,595 | $928,466 | $261,129 |
| 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
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Leif Jenssen
Seller's Agent in 2026
Leif Jenssen
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
46 Total Sales
-
Tamir Mansour
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Tamir Mansour
Vanguard Properties
(510) 590-4290
68 Total Sales
-
Shannon Prokup
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Shannon Prokup
Red Oak Realty
(510) 813-8400
73 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41125969
APN: 570-142-013-4
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