Seller's Agent in 2023
Jose Cerda-Zein
(510) 523-5673
104 Total Sales
540 Kenyon Ave Kensington, CA 94708
Estimated Value: $1,596,000 - $2,087,033
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,979
Sq Ft
$909/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Views of Golden Gate Bridge
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- Kensington Elementary School Rated 10
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of March 2023Love Where You Live. 540 Kenyon Drive is a gorgeous updated mid-century home located in the highly sought-after neighborhood of Upper Kensington. The sunny and spacious single-level home offers a ton of light. It features three bedrooms, two brand-new bathrooms, a large living-Dining Family-Kitchen combo, refinished wood floors, fresh paint, new light fixtures, a cozy fireplace, and a surrounding exterior balcony with partial Golden Gate bridge views. An entertainer's and chef's dream kitchen offers a large commercial oven, matching high-end appliances, quartz countertops and backsplash, new cabinets, tile floors, recessed lighting, and hardware. Sitting on just under a quarter-acre corner lot, relax in your tranquil park-liked, fully landscaped private rear yard and patio. Step out of the primary room through your French doors and enjoy your morning coffee or evening cocktails. The lower level includes laundry and a two-car garage with an adjacent bonus room perfect for an office or gym. Excellent location. The home is across from Wildcat Canyon Park and Ye Old School Path Hiking trail, close to Tilden Park and Little Farm. You are a short drive to Kensington/Arlington Ave and North Berkeley Shopping & Amenities.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- 10,450 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Corner Lot
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
Property Views
- Bay
- Partial Bay or Harbor
- Golden Gate Bridge
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
- Bonus Room
- Partial Basement
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-In Range
- Plumbed For Ice Maker
- Dishwasher
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- Upper Kensington Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 570222014
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 10, 2023
Closed on
Mar 9, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jose Cerda-Zein
Buyer's Agent
LINDA VAN COUVERING
BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
List Price
$1,197,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000
Premium/Discount to List
$653,000
54.55%
Views
49
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
-$51,742
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.86%
Original Mortgage
$480,000
Outstanding Balance
$464,822
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,333,436
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jun 1, 2022
Closed on
Jun 22, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Glen Bell
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Buyer's Agent
Desiree Bilich
Keller Williams Realty
List Price
$1,195,000
Sold Price
$1,350,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
12.97%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
57.88%
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Interest Rate
5.1%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 13, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,850,000 | First American Title | ||
| $1,350,000 | Chicago Title | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $480,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $1,080,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,850,000 | -- | -- | |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,350,000 | -- | -- | |
| 03/15/2023 03/15/23 | Sold | $1,850,000 | +54.6% | $935 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/22/2023 02/22/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/10/2023 02/10/23 | For Sale | $1,197,000 | -11.3% | $605 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/06/2022 07/06/22 | Sold | $1,350,000 | +13.0% | $697 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/15/2022 06/15/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/01/2022 06/01/22 | For Sale | $1,195,000 | -- | $617 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $26,904 | $1,924,740 | $1,508,580 | $416,160 |
| 2024 | $19,357 | $1,887,000 | $1,479,000 | $408,000 |
| 2023 | $19,357 | $1,350,000 | $1,000,000 | $350,000 |
| 2022 | $3,554 | $121,910 | $50,794 | $71,116 |
| 2021 | $3,482 | $119,521 | $49,799 | $69,722 |
| 2019 | $3,307 | $115,978 | $48,323 | $67,655 |
| 2018 | $3,251 | $113,705 | $47,376 | $66,329 |
| 2017 | $3,204 | $111,477 | $46,448 | $65,029 |
| 2016 | $3,163 | $109,292 | $45,538 | $63,754 |
| 2015 | $3,147 | $107,651 | $44,854 | $62,797 |
| 2014 | $2,917 | $105,543 | $43,976 | $61,567 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jose Cerda-Zein
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LINDA VAN COUVERING
L
Buyer's Agent in 2023
LINDA VAN COUVERING
BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
(510) 524-9888
17 Total Sales
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Glen Bell
Seller's Agent in 2022
Glen Bell
BHG RE Reliance Partners
(510) 333-4460
18 Total Sales
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Norman Gee
N
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022
Norman Gee
BHG RE Reliance Partners
(510) 552-0878
23 Total Sales
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Desiree Bilich
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Desiree Bilich
Keller Williams Realty
(925) 963-2628
182 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41019010
APN: 570-222-014-5
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