NOT LISTED FOR SALE

314 Vassar Ave Kensington, CA 94708

Estimated Value: $1,668,000 - $1,788,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,813 Sq Ft
$622/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 29, 2021

Last sale price $1,600,000 $569 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,458/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • No HOA
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Stone Countertops
  • Converted Garage

About This Home

As of October 2021

Spacious Mediterranean with a modern twist, this 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath view home is flooded with natural light and sits in a magical setting in coveted Kensington. Unobstructed San Francisco, Bay and bridge views framed by huge windows and soaring ceilings, with traditional Mediterranean details including curving archways and multiple tiled terraces. The expansive chef’s kitchen features an island with cooktop, roomy eat-in area, and attached terrace – the perfect spot for morning coffee. Space and privacy for all with separate family room and study. Indoor/outdoor living at its best offers a deck and level garden with mature lemon, apple, fig and pear trees. Handmade tile and hardwood floors, new carpet (2021). Blocks from top-rated Kensington Hilltop Elementary School, Step One School, village shops, Tilden Park, and public transport including TransBay bus.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leigh Schneider

Red Oak Realty License #02033564 Listed on: 09/08/2021

Red Oak Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Hardwicke

BHG RE Reliance Partners License #01352634

BHG RE Reliance Partners

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,162

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 5,814 Sq Ft Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back Yard Fenced

Home Design

  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • Converted Garage
  • Uncovered Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Upper Kensington Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 570121019

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,162

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1979
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.13
  • Subdivision Name: UPPER KENSINGTON
  • Directions: Yale or Spruce to Vassar.
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Study, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Lot Features: See Remarks
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Storage, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage, Uncovered Parking Space

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Space For Frzr/Refr
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • 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: 5814
  • Parcel Number: 570121019
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Turner Dejuan Marcel and Moreno Maria Rosa
Bought by
Turner Dejuan Marcel and Mora Rosie
Current Estimated Value
$1,748,599

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2021
Closed on
Oct 12, 2021
Sold by
Blitz Leo and De Vries Lidewey
Bought by
Turner Dejuan Marcel and Moreno Maria Rosa
Seller's Agent
Leigh Schneider
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mark Hardwicke
BHG RE Reliance Partners
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$305,000
23.55%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.40%
Original Mortgage
$1,440,000
Interest Rate
2.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 5, 2018
Sold by
Blitz Leo
Bought by
Blitz Leo and Devries Lidewey

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2003
Sold by
Blitz Leo and Devries Lidewey
Bought by
Blitz Leo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$418,500
Interest Rate
5.79%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 1996
Sold by
Amy Silver and Amy Robert Orton
Bought by
Blitz Leo

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$377,550
Interest Rate
7.91%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Turner Dejuan Marcel -- None Listed On Document
Turner Dejuan Marcel $1,600,000 Chicago Title Company
Blitz Leo -- None Available
Blitz Leo -- American Title
Blitz Leo $419,500 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Turner Dejuan Marcel $185,473
Previous Owner Turner Dejuan Marcel $1,440,000
Previous Owner Turner Dejuan Marcel $1,440,000
Previous Owner Blitz Leo $315,000
Previous Owner Blitz Leo $411,000
Previous Owner Blitz Leo $417,000
Previous Owner Blitz Leo $418,500
Previous Owner Blitz Leo $377,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,600,000 -- --
10/29/2021 10/29/21 Sold $1,600,000 +23.6% $569 / Sq Ft
09/30/2021 09/30/21 Pending -- -- --
09/24/2021 09/24/21 For Sale $1,295,000 0.0% $460 / Sq Ft
09/22/2021 09/22/21 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2021 09/08/21 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $460 / 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 $23,162 $1,697,932 $1,061,208 $636,724
2024 $23,162 $1,664,640 $1,040,400 $624,240
2023 $22,730 $1,632,000 $1,020,000 $612,000
2022 $22,441 $1,600,000 $1,000,000 $600,000
2021 $10,087 $635,703 $221,175 $414,528
2019 $9,521 $616,850 $214,616 $402,234
2018 $9,173 $604,756 $210,408 $394,348
2017 $9,031 $592,899 $206,283 $386,616
2016 $8,991 $581,275 $202,239 $379,036
2015 $9,024 $572,545 $199,202 $373,343
2014 $8,891 $561,330 $195,300 $366,030
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40966209

bridgeMLS

APN: 570-121-019-6