PENDING
$40K PRICE DROP
685 Kern St Richmond, CA 94805
East Richmond NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,975/month
Total Views
169
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,267
Sq Ft
$675
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Bay View
- Updated Kitchen
- Bamboo Flooring
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Contemporary Architecture
- No HOA
About This Home
Set in the stunning Mira Vista hills, 685 Kern is filled with natural sunlight, warm hardwood floors, & timeless details including beveled glass windows & a garden window. Spacious living room with an easy flow into a fully renovated kitchen, & a dining room that opens onto a natural wood deck with incredible views of the bay and Mt. Tamalpais. Split level, the upstairs provides privacy from the hosting areas. Enjoy a walk-in rain shower and beautiful tile work in the upstairs bathroom. Every room has a custom-built closet. With light dimmers, ceiling fans, and many windows — each room offers ultimate comfort. Recently installed AC will keep you cool throughout the summer. Escape into your backyard, which is landscaped with the quintessential California experience, from mature redwoods & citrus trees to a fully grown palm. Host BBQs on the private lower deck & ping pong competitions in the finished garage. Detached teakwood she shed. Keep everything from large suitcases to holiday decor in large storage spaces. Convenient for commuters, with a short drive to BART. A perfect home to welcome summer.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,384
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- East Facing Home
- Lot Sloped Down
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Mountain
- Mount Tamalpais
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 2-Story Property
- Double Pane Windows
- Greenhouse Windows
- Window Screens
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Bamboo
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- 220 Volts In Laundry
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Richmond Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5190600089
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $14,384 | $907,332 | $636,724 | $270,608 |
| 2023 | $14,139 | $889,542 | $624,240 | $265,302 |
| 2022 | $13,926 | $872,100 | $612,000 | $260,100 |
| 2021 | $13,844 | $855,000 | $600,000 | $255,000 |
| 2019 | $6,284 | $360,837 | $224,850 | $135,987 |
| 2018 | $6,061 | $353,763 | $220,442 | $133,321 |
| 2017 | $5,920 | $346,827 | $216,120 | $130,707 |
| 2016 | $5,837 | $340,028 | $211,883 | $128,145 |
| 2015 | $5,803 | $334,922 | $208,701 | $126,221 |
| 2014 | $5,741 | $328,362 | $204,613 | $123,749 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/25/2025 05/25/25 | Price Changed | $855,000 | +7.1% | $617 / Sq Ft |
| 05/13/2025 05/13/25 | Price Changed | $798,000 | -10.8% | $576 / Sq Ft |
| 04/28/2025 04/28/25 | For Sale | $895,000 | +4.7% | $646 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $855,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/24/2020 07/24/20 | Sold | $855,000 | +15.7% | $675 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/25/2020 06/25/20 | For Sale | $739,000 | -- | $583 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $855,000 | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Servicelink | |
| Individual Deed | $253,000 | North American Title Co | |
| Grant Deed | $173,500 | Placer Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $684,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $290,200 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $350,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $50,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $262,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $245,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $202,400 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $118,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $25,300 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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