Seller's Agent in 2021
Maya Hiersoux
Real Brokerage Technologies
(505) 479-0194
1 in this area
20 Total Sales
38 Franciscan Way Kensington, CA 94707
Estimated Value: $1,548,000 - $1,942,508
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,660
Sq Ft
$664/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Bonus Room
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- No HOA
About This Home
As of June 2021This Mid-Century modern home is level-in living at its best. Upon entering, the bay view mesmerizes and beckons you to the sliding glass door opening onto the backyard deck, perfect for entertaining. The main level has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, and an open concept living/dining room with a fireplace. The home has a cool 50's vibe complete with a diner booth and Blue Star culinary stove in the kitchen and a wet bar in the living room. The lower level has a 2 car garage, a utility basement, and a finished basement that acts like a studio apartment with a separate entrance. Plus, there is a light filled art studio too. Complete with an enclosed front patio w/mature low maintenance landscaping and a huge backyard with a variety of fruit trees, flowers and edible plants - this home is a true gardeners dream! Solar power & greywater system installed. The house has had significant foundation improvements and seismic strengthening and is move-in ready. Top rated Kensington elementary school.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real Brokerage Technologies License #01450016 Listed on: 05/05/2021
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $25,014
Year Built
- Built in 1952
Lot Details
- 10,010 Sq Ft Lot
- Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
- Landscaped
- Lot Sloped Down
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
- Laundry in Garage
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- Blakemont Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5722320107
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 5, 2021
Closed on
May 24, 2021
Sold by
Edens Matthew Brandon and Edens Erin
Bought by
Giovannetti Arthur L and Rand Cynthia S
Seller's Agent
Maya Hiersoux
Real Brokerage Technologies
Buyer's Agent
Kara Thacker
The Agency
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,906,000
Premium/Discount to List
$611,000
47.18%
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
-$151,046
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.29%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$913,618
Interest Rate
2.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$890,501
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 23, 2017
Sold by
Baptiste Suzanne
Bought by
Edens Matthew Brandon and Edens Erin
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$636,100
Interest Rate
4.02%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 8, 2012
Sold by
Baptiste Suzanne
Bought by
Baptiste Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 15, 2010
Sold by
Baptiste Suzanne
Bought by
Baptiste Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 2007
Sold by
Baptiste Suzanne
Bought by
Baptiste Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 6, 2007
Sold by
Tajco Llc
Bought by
Baptiste Suzanne
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 23, 2007
Sold by
Chang Po Ta Todd and Chang Pi Chu
Bought by
Tajco Llc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$691,390
Interest Rate
6.21%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 5, 2000
Sold by
Chu Chang Pi
Bought by
Chang Po Hua
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Giovannetti Arthur L | $1,906,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Edens Matthew Brandon | $945,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Baptiste Suzanne | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Tajco Llc | $690,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Chang Po Hua | $250,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Rand Cynthia S | $1,000,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Edens Matthew Brandon | $831,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Edens Matthew Brandon | $636,100 | |
| Previous Owner | Baptiste Suzanne | $40,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Baptiste Suzanne | $417,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Baptiste Suzanne | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Baptiste Suzanne | $400,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Tajco Llc | $691,390 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,906,000 | -- | -- |
| 06/02/2021 06/02/21 | Sold | $1,906,000 | +47.2% | $717 / Sq Ft |
| 05/18/2021 05/18/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/05/2021 05/05/21 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | -- | $487 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $25,014 | $1,786,000 | $937,041 | $848,959 |
| 2024 | $25,860 | $1,785,000 | $936,516 | $848,484 |
| 2023 | $25,860 | $1,854,000 | $973,000 | $881,000 |
| 2022 | $27,156 | $1,944,120 | $1,020,000 | $924,120 |
| 2021 | $15,234 | $1,013,230 | $696,931 | $316,299 |
| 2019 | $14,353 | $983,178 | $676,260 | $306,918 |
| 2018 | $13,920 | $963,900 | $663,000 | $300,900 |
| 2017 | $11,730 | $782,615 | $497,977 | $284,638 |
| 2016 | $11,679 | $767,270 | $488,213 | $279,057 |
| 2015 | $11,707 | $755,746 | $480,880 | $274,866 |
| 2014 | $11,377 | $740,943 | $471,461 | $269,482 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kara Thacker
The Agency
(510) 332-8325
2 in this area
57 Total Sales
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40948603
APN: 572-232-010-7
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