NOT LISTED FOR SALE

554 Coventry Rd Kensington, CA 94707

Estimated Value: $2,045,000 - $2,497,160

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,884 Sq Ft
$781/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 2, 2023

Last sale price $2,400,000 $832 Per Sq Ft

Est. 6% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,668 / mo

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Private Lot
  • Bonus Room
  • Kensington Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Wood Flooring
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of October 2023

This authentically preserved Mid-Century has had only two owners. Initially built in 1952 by Robert Ratcliff for Dair A. Tandy, Ratcliff was engaged again in 1958 by Mr. and Mrs. J.J. Kukulan to design the lower-level expansion. In 1984, xeriscape-pioneering landscape architect, Kathryn Mathewson brought the landscape into harmony with Ratcliff's magnum opus. A surprisingly lush, drought-tolerant 10,500 sqft lot surrounds the property. Stone pathways and wooden walkways lead to level open spaces resulting in a natural playground, with trees to climb and safe spaces to run wild. Inside, a boomerang soffit orchestrates a graceful dance overhead, linking the entry, living room, and dining area. This floating melody is repeated in the sculptural lines of the roof as uplights accentuate the architect's illusion of a weightless structure. Exposed brick extends beyond the dining room's confines and through the large deck, blurring the boundaries between inside and out. Original redwood and the luster of copper accents conduct a visual chorus that is anchored by the impressive baritone of the metal fireplace. The fireplace is not the main attraction as floor-to-ceiling glass windows seem to bow to the forest beyond. Nary a curtain needs to drop as every outlook is uniquely private.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Sichterman

Berkeley Hills Realty License #01205767 Listed on: 09/05/2023

Co-Listed By

Linda Van Couvering

License #01417020

Last Buyer's Agent

Liana Dickson

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01984196

Kw Advisors East Bay

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 10,504 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by Robert Ratclif
  • Kensington Circl Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5711600048

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

10,504 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBBERK
  • Subdivision Name: KENSINGTON CIRCL
  • Directions: Down from Arlington or up from Colusa
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Family Room, Study, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Back Yard, Front Yard
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot, Secluded, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Builder Name: Robert Ratclif
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Entry Gate, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance, See Remarks
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10504
  • Parcel Number: 5711600048
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 3, 2024
Sold by
Hearn Michael M and Hearn Anna S
Bought by
Hearn Trust and Hearn
Current Estimated Value
$2,252,540

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 5, 2023
Closed on
Sep 25, 2023
Sold by
Jean Kukulan Reilly 1990 Living Trust and Laura J Kukulan 2012 Irrevocable Trust
Bought by
Hearn Michael M and Hearn Anna S
Seller's Agent
Tracy Sichterman
Berkeley Hills Realty
Buyer's Agent
Liana Dickson
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$1,895,000
Sold Price
$2,400,000
Premium/Discount to List
$505,000
26.65%
Views
44

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.46%
Original Mortgage
$1,900,000
Interest Rate
7.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 21, 2019
Sold by
Reilly Jean Kukulan
Bought by
Kukulan Nicholas J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2012
Sold by
Kukulan Nicholas J
Bought by
Kukulan Annis K and Kukulan Laura J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2005
Sold by
Reilly Jean Kukulan
Bought by
Kukulan Nicholas J

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1995
Sold by
Reilly Jean Kukulan
Bought by
Reilly Jean Kukulan
Source: Public Records

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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
Hearn Trust -- None Listed On Document
Hearn Trust -- None Listed On Document
Hearn Michael M $2,400,000 Chicago Title
Kukulan Nicholas J -- None Available
Reilly Jean Kukulan -- None Available
Kukulan Annis K -- None Available
Kukulan Annis K -- None Available
Kukulan Nicholas J -- --
Reilly Jean Kukulan -- --
Reilly Jean Kukulan -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Hearn Michael M $1,900,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,400,000 -- --
10/02/2023 10/02/23 Sold $2,400,000 +26.6% $832 / Sq Ft
09/20/2023 09/20/23 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2023 08/30/23 For Sale $1,895,000 -- $657 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $33,692 $2,448,000 $1,938,000 $510,000
2024 $4,877 $2,400,000 $1,900,000 $500,000
2023 $4,877 $213,557 $73,471 $140,086
2022 $4,752 $209,371 $72,031 $137,340
2021 $4,681 $205,267 $70,619 $134,648
2019 $4,438 $199,180 $68,525 $130,655
2018 $4,346 $195,276 $67,182 $128,094
2017 $4,281 $191,448 $65,865 $125,583
2016 $4,240 $187,695 $64,574 $123,121
2015 $4,229 $184,877 $63,605 $121,272
2014 $3,987 $181,257 $62,360 $118,897
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41037593

bridgeMLS

APN: 571-160-004-8

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