$1,450,000
SOLD SEP 3, 2024

85 Edgecroft Rd Kensington, CA 94707

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
1,875 Sq Ft
0.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$773 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of September 2024

A beautifully unique and inspiring retreat built in 1924 and modernized in 2019. Nestled on over a quarter-acre, private hillside in central Kensington, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom single-family residence offers 1,875 square feet of bright and airy living space, set on an expansive 11,410 square foot lot. The property boasts a fruitful orchard with persimmons, lemons, and apple trees, a serene oak forest, a tranquil bamboo grove, and ample sunlight and space for flourishing vegetable gardens. This home, perfect for those seeking tranquility, combines eclectic architecture and farmhouse styles with modern updates. The exterior showcases board and batten-weathered redwood, while the interior exudes warmth with a white-weathered finish and stained glass accents. This two-story abode is a sanctuary of light, lush surroundings, and stunning cityscapes. Every detail has been thoughtfully enhanced since 2019, with over $400,000 in updates including Nest smart control, a central alarm system, new exterior walls and insulation, ACME solar-powered retractable awnings, along with mini-split heat and AC units. Additional updates include newly replaced foundations, seismic retrofitting, new skylights, upgraded electrical and plumbing systems, as well as Marvin Signature windows.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Darrell Hoh

COMPASS License #00981094 Listed on: 07/22/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Loren Eva Ybarra

Exp Realty Of California Inc. License #02138632

Exp Realty Of California Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,160

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Flag Lot
  • Lot Sloped Down
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Concrete
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Radiant Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • 1,875 Sq Ft Building
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Kensington Park Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5711500206

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,160

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1924
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2619
  • Subdivision Name: KENSINGTON PARK
  • Directions: Coventry/south on Edgecroft
  • Architectural Style: Farm House
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Au Pair, Dining Area, In-Law Floorplan, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Sloped Down, Land Locked, Landscape Back, Landscape Misc, Flag Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Bridges, City
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Misc
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: No Parking on Site

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11410
  • Parcel Number: 5711500206
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 22, 2024
Closed on
Aug 15, 2024
Sold by
Lin Margaretta
Bought by
Bard Deborah Joanne and Tuton Michael
Seller's Agent
Darrell Hoh
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Loren Eva Ybarra
Exp Realty Of California Inc.
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
11.97%
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
$1,388,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$61,500
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.28%
Original Mortgage
$766,550
Outstanding Balance
$759,111
Interest Rate
6.77%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$629,389

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2018
Sold by
Barton Denny Jeanneta and Barton Denny
Bought by
Lin Margaretta

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2014
Sold by
Kittel Peter and Kittel Mary Ellen
Bought by
Denny Jeanneta and Denny Barton

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2014
Sold by
Kittel Mary Ellen
Bought by
Kittel Peter and Kittel Mary Ellen

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 8, 2013
Sold by
Murchio George William
Bought by
Murchio George W

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2010
Sold by
Kittel Mary Ellen and Murchio George William
Bought by
Murchio George William

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 20, 1997
Sold by
Murchio Jack C and Murchio Mary K
Bought by
Murchio Jack C and Murchio Mary Katherine
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,445,500 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $1,100,000 Chicago Title Company
Grant Deed $710,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $766,550 New Conventional
Previous Owner $264,062 New Conventional
Previous Owner $266,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $417,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,450,000 -- --
09/03/2024 09/03/24 Sold $1,450,000 +12.0% $773 / Sq Ft
08/07/2024 08/07/24 Pending -- -- --
07/22/2024 07/22/24 For Sale $1,295,000 -- $691 / 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
2025 $1,160 $90,000 $90,000 --
2024 $1,140 $82,021 $82,021 --
2023 $1,140 $80,413 $80,413 $0
2022 $1,130 $78,837 $78,837 --
2021 $1,131 $77,292 $77,292 $0
2019 $1,234 $75,000 $75,000 $0
2018 $2,734 $105,624 $73,937 $31,687
2017 $2,701 $103,554 $72,488 $31,066
2016 $2,683 $101,524 $71,067 $30,457
2015 -- $100,000 $70,000 $30,000
2014 $1,566 $14,686 $5,870 $8,816
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41067413

bridgeMLS

APN: 571-150-021-4