
685 Kern St Richmond, CA 94805
East Richmond NeighborhoodEstimated payment $5,998/month
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. Work-from-home has never been more peaceful, as you take meetings in a craftsman teakwood home office. The space transforms into a cozy guest room, with a full-size Murphy bed & mini split heater/cooler. 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.
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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 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
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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 |
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 |
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