TANIA BALAZS JACARD
Red Oak Realty
(510) 495-1339
83 Total Sales
32 in Kensington
$1M - $2.8M Price Range
296 Lexington Rd Kensington, CA 94707
Kensington AreaEstimated Value: $1,360,322
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,489
Sq Ft
$914/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Enclosed Parking
- Forced Air Heating System
- Granite Countertops
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Ceiling Fan
About This Home
As of August 20203D Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=aVWsoGggBVt&brand=0 A Nature-Lover's Dream! Rare opportunity to own this cozy home in desirable Kensington neighborhood. This multi-level home offers two bedrooms and two baths in the main house and there is also a one bedroom/one bath downstairs with separate entrance, perfect for in-laws or au-pair. Upgrades included dual pane windows through-out, newly paint interior & exterior, upgraded kitchens and bathrooms, upgraded central heating system and airduct, a lot of foundation and seismic work done. The cozy living room opens to the outdoors, a nice size deck overlooks a beautiful Live Oak forest situated on an oversized lot. Conveniently located just a few short blocks to Colusa Avenue, as well as the Kensington Circle shops offering coffee, pizza, groceries. Transportation is a breeze with the BART and AC Transit nearby. Come home for the holidays!
Last Buyer's Agent
Astrid Lacitis
Vanguard Properties License #00684382
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1938
Lot Details
- 7,427
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Enclosed Parking
Home Design
- Wood Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,489 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Crawl Space
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
Additional Features
- 7,427 Sq Ft Lot
- Forced Air Heating System
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 22, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$910,000
Outstanding Balance
$806,928
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$553,394
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 21, 2020
Closed on
Aug 6, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Maggie Guo
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Astrid Lacitis
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,088,000
Sold Price
$1,010,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$78,000
-7.17%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.12%
Original Mortgage
$899,809
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 11, 2010
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 12, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
6.26%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 7, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$530,000
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 21, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$399,600
Interest Rate
8.67%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Kensington, CA
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TANIA BALAZS JACARD
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Alexis Thompson
Alexis Thompson
Responds QuicklyVillage Associates Real Estate
(510) 422-0708
70 Total Sales
4 in Kensington
$1.6M - $2.5M Price Range
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Ann Wilkins
Ann Wilkins
Golden Gate Sothebys International Realty
(510) 616-4757
20 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$1,250,000 Price Range
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Leslie Manzone
Leslie Manzone
Compass
(707) 244-7025
67 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,500,000 Price
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Michele Manzone
Michele Manzone
Compass
(510) 291-6194
57 Total Sales
1 in Kensington
$1,500,000 Price
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Sally Han
Sally Han
(510) 544-0866
50 Total Sales
2 in Kensington
$2,560,000 Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Unisource | ||
| $1,010,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | First American Title Company | ||
| $265,000 | Chicago Title Co | ||
| $499,500 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $910,000 | ||
| Closed | $899,809 | ||
| Previous Owner | $19,900 | ||
| Previous Owner | $450,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $530,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $399,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2020 08/18/20 | Sold | $1,010,000 | -2.7% | $678 / Sq Ft |
| 07/11/2020 07/11/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/03/2020 07/03/20 | Price Changed | $1,038,000 | -4.6% | $697 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2020 06/09/20 | For Sale | $1,088,000 | +7.7% | $731 / Sq Ft |
| 06/09/2020 06/09/20 | Off Market | $1,010,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/21/2020 04/21/20 | For Sale | $1,098,000 | -- | $737 / Sq Ft |
Source: MLSListings
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 | $15,782 | $1,115,119 | $883,263 | $231,856 |
| 2025 | $15,782 | $1,093,255 | $865,945 | $227,310 |
| 2024 | $15,132 | $1,071,819 | $848,966 | $222,853 |
| 2023 | $15,132 | $1,050,804 | $832,320 | $218,484 |
| 2022 | $14,919 | $1,030,200 | $816,000 | $214,200 |
| 2021 | $14,865 | $1,010,000 | $800,000 | $210,000 |
| 2019 | $11,886 | $814,229 | $706,493 | $107,736 |
| 2018 | $11,542 | $798,265 | $692,641 | $105,624 |
| 2017 | $11,359 | $782,613 | $679,060 | $103,553 |
| 2016 | $11,406 | $767,269 | $665,746 | $101,523 |
| 2015 | $10,619 | $700,000 | $607,378 | $92,622 |
| 2014 | $10,565 | $693,000 | $601,303 | $91,697 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Maggie Guo
Seller's Agent in 2020
Maggie Guo
Compass
(408) 834-3996
100 Total Sales
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A
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Astrid Lacitis
Vanguard Properties
Map
Source: MLSListings
MLS Number: ML81795827
APN: 571-240-027-3
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