
685 Kern St Richmond, CA 94805
East Richmond NeighborhoodHighlights
- Partial Gulf or Ocean Views
- Updated Kitchen
- Wood Flooring
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- Traditional Architecture
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of June 2025Stunning, turn-key split level home in coveted Mira Vista. Thoughtful upgrades by meticulous owners throughout the years boast pride of ownership inside and out. Spacious floor plan features a bedroom on main level and 2 bedrooms and renovated bath with spacious walk-in shower and designer finishes on upper level. Updated galley kitchen equipped with stainless appliances, granite counters/backsplash, cabinetry with under cabinet lighting, pull out drawers/spice rack, water filtration system and LED lighting. Sun-filled dining area flows into the upper deck and offers a grand view of the magical outdoor space; an urban gardener's dream with mature landscape, organic planters, fruit trees, greenhouse, tall redwoods and new garden level deck with outdoor shower. Two car garage with laundry, utility sink, water closet and storage. New interior paint, hardwood floors, LED recessed lighting, dual pane windows, ceiling fans +more! Easy freeway access, 1.3 miles to BART, 5 miles to SF Ferry.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01470312 Listed on: 06/25/2020

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,384
Year Built
- Built in 1947
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Composition Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- Multi-Level Property
- Partial Bay or Harbor Views
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Built-In Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Floor Furnace
- Water Filtration System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Mira Vista Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5190600089
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in the area
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
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 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
06/17/2025 06/17/25 | Sold | $840,000 | -1.8% | $663 / Sq Ft |
06/16/2025 06/16/25 | Off Market | $855,000 | -- | -- |
05/30/2025 05/30/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
04/28/2025 04/28/25 | For Sale | $895,000 | +4.7% | $706 / 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 |
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 | $14,384 | $925,478 | $649,458 | $276,020 |
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 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2025
Laurie Pfohl
Coldwell Banker Realty
(510) 851-3551
1 in this area
68 Total Sales
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Buyer's Agent in 2025
George Pleasants Iii
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners
(510) 868-1400
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
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Seller's Agent in 2020
Thomas Schneckenberger
Sereno Group
(925) 280-8500
24 Total Sales
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Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020
Jeannette Schneckenberger
Sereno Group
(925) 280-8500
18 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 40909853

APN: 519-060-008-9
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