$1,800,000
SOLD JUN 20, 2025

615 Kains Ave Albany, CA 94706

Garfield Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,430 Sq Ft
5,227 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,259 Per Sq Ft

64% Above List Price

13 Days on Market

About This Home

As of June 2025

Beautifully renovated one-level 3+ bed, 2 bath Craftsman bungalow in the heart of Albany. Enter through an enclosed sun porch into a bright, airy living room with open floor plan, recessed lighting, and seamless flow into the dining area. This home features updated windows and gleaming wood floors throughout. The dining space includes a breakfast bar that opens to a gourmet kitchen with custom cabinetry, stainless steel, granite counters, central island with second sink, and large skylight. Spacious primary suite with a wall of windows overlooking the fenced backyard, walk-in closet with custom drawers and shelving, and updated en-suite bath with double vanity and custom tile shower. Two generously sized bedrooms and a fully renovated bath are located off the front hallway. A separate laundry room is tucked conveniently off the back hallway. Finished bonus room* with recessed lighting opens directly to the expansive backyard with deck, lush lawn, mature trees, and finished detached Tuff Shed with sliding glass door and electricity*. EV charger and solar panels. Long, gated driveway. Located just north of Solano Ave with unbeatable access to local favorites like Juanita & Maude, Little Star, Everest Kitchen and more! Also close to Trader Joe's, Ohlone Greenway, BART & I-80/580.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Meridee Carter

Red Oak Realty License #01269227 Listed on: 05/20/2025

Co-Listed By

Benjamin Levin

Red Oak Realty License #02029995

Last Buyer's Agent

Eleanor Ridge

District Homes License #02217753

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$11,500

Year Built

1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 01
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 03
  • Subdivision Name: CENTRAL ALBANY
  • Directions: San Pablo Ave to Garfield
  • Green Power: Solar Power On Grid
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Year Built: 1924

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Stories: 1
  • Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Screens, Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Direction Faces: West
  • Foundation Details: Raised, Concrete Perimeter
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Off Street, Side Yard Access, Parking Lot

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
  • Utilities: Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Albany (510) 559-6500

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2025
Closed on
Jun 4, 2025
Sold by
Wh4 Llc
Bought by
Strawn Justin and Strawn Katherine
Seller's Agent
Meridee Carter
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Eleanor Ridge
District Homes
List Price
$1,099,000
Sold Price
$1,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
$701,000
63.79%
Views
6

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-94.86%
Original Mortgage
$1,260,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,258,746
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,876

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 11, 2025
Sold by
Graudenz Deborah M
Bought by
Wh4 Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 15, 2005
Sold by
Rosenblum Rom B
Bought by
Rosenblum Rom B and Graudenz Deborah M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
5.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 23, 2003
Sold by
Rosenblum Rom B and Graudenz Deborah M
Bought by
Rosenblum Rom B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$277,000
Interest Rate
5.17%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 1998
Sold by
Franks Kathleen
Bought by
Khan Tariq M and Khan Christiane

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$185,200
Interest Rate
7.1%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1998
Sold by
Khan Tariq M and Khan Christiane
Bought by
Rosenblum Rom B and Graudenz Deborah M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$275,000
Interest Rate
6.8%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,800,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,005,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Placer Title Company
Grant Deed $231,500 Chicago Title Co
Grant Deed $375,000 Placer Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,260,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $125,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $415,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 Commercial
Previous Owner $450,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $481,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $50,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $520,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $170,300 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $68,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $277,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $56,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $185,200 No Value Available
Previous Owner $275,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Sold $1,800,000 +63.8% $1,259 / Sq Ft
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $769 / 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
2024 $11,500 $600,019 $162,927 $444,092
2023 $11,043 $595,119 $159,733 $435,386
2022 $10,517 $576,450 $156,601 $426,849
2021 $10,364 $565,012 $153,531 $418,481
2020 $10,219 $566,148 $151,957 $414,191
2019 $9,990 $555,050 $148,978 $406,072
2018 $9,712 $544,168 $146,057 $398,111
2017 $9,469 $533,501 $143,194 $390,307
2016 $9,021 $523,044 $140,387 $382,657
2015 $8,444 $515,189 $138,279 $376,910
2014 $8,344 $505,100 $135,571 $369,529
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Meridee Carter

    Red Oak Realty

  • B

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Benjamin Levin

    Red Oak Realty

  • E

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Eleanor Ridge

    District Homes

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41098306

bridgeMLS

APN: 067-2814-024-00

California Alameda County Albany 94706 Garfield

615 Kains Ave, Albany, CA

This home is located at 615 Kains Ave, Albany, CA 94706 and is currently priced at $1,800,000, approximately $1,258 per square foot. This property was built in 1924. 615 Kains Ave is a home located in Alameda County with nearby schools including Albany Middle School, Albany High School, and Tehiyah Day School.

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