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253 Purdue Ave Kensington, CA, 94708
Neighborhood: Upper KensingtonOff the market 2 beds 1 baths 1,437 sqft
Perched gently in the hills of Kensington this sweet, chic bungalow offers you incredible space, a fabulous flow & a level yard, rare in the hills. Greeted by its large foyer, fabulous spacious living room w/ a wood-burning fireplace. The expansive formal dining room opens to the patio and fenced-in level yard perfect for entertaining, relaxing, playing, or just soaking in the sun on a summer day. Just feet away you’ll find the kitchen w/ modern updates of quartz countertops, subway tile, stainless steel appliances & just enough leeway for you to bring your own personality to make this kitchen really shine. With 2 large bedrooms on the main level, and 1 updated bathroom - the ease of level-in living has never been so good. Upstairs you will find a bonus room perfect for a third bedroom, office space, family room, work-out room or just a place to tinker with your favorite hobby or pastime. More "wow" Newer roof, updated windows, new paint, polished hardwood floors & new lighting!
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Property details
1,437 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
1,437 sqft
Land area
3,920 sqft (0.09 acres)
Price per sqft
$974/sqft
Address
253 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA, 94708
City of California
Kensington
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$899,000
Sold price
$1,400,000
nr.of parking places
1
Style
Cottage
Stories
Other
Year Built
1938
Solar
None
Neighborhood
Upper Kensington
District
Kensington
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Interior Features
6 rooms, 1 parking places
Beds
2
Baths
1
Other Baths
Shower Over Tub,Tile,Tub,Updated Baths
Floors
Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Parking
1
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage
Rooms
6
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Living Room
Laundry Features
Hookups Only
Heathing & Cooling
None, Forced Air Heating (1 Zone)
Kitchen features
Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Bonus/Plus Room, Formal Dining Room
Upper Level Features
Other
Amenities
None
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Basement
Crawl Space, Partial
Listed by
Negar Souza, RED OAK REALTY
Name
Negar Souza
License number
01701667
Brokerage company
RED OAK REALTY
MLS #
40948383
Buyer agent
Name
Andrew Sohn
Brokerage company
COMPASS
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Mortgage
$4,299
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$280,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$4,299 / month
Exterior Features
Wood Siding construction and more
Roof
Composition Shingles
Construction
Wood Siding
Yard
Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic
Building information
Model: Chic
Pool
No
Lot details
TMK #570191011
Lot Description
Regular
Parcel nr.
570191011
Upper Kensington neighborhood info
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People living in Upper Kensington
46%
Families with children
National average: 39%
36%
Non family households
196,994
Population
$123,313
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 39 years
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Commute types
52% commute by car
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Education level
32% have professional education
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Number of employees
3% work in education and healthcare
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Vehicles available
43% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
43% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$1.32m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.26m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
304
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
57% are single detacheds
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Rooms
41% of the houses have 4 or 5 rooms
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Bedrooms
67% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
55% are owners
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Green energy efficient
Efficient
Water Heater
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Description
det garage conversion, 240 sqft
Baths
1 full
Kitchen
Yes
Schools
2 schools with rating up to 8
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 |
Kensington Elementary School
90 Highland Boulevard,
Kensington, CA 94708
Elementary School |
0.551mi |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 |
Kensington Elementary School
90 Highland Boulevard,
Kensington, CA 94708
|
0.551mi |
|
Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington
52 Arlington Avenue,
Kensington, CA 94707
|
0.64mi | |
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Price history
Sold Jun 2, 2021
Upper Kensington Median sales price 2023
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | $1.1m | 3.45% |
| 2 beds | $1.25m | 34.48% |
| 3 beds | $1.73m | 37.93% |
| 4 beds | $1.83m | 20.69% |
| 5 beds | $1.7m | 3.45% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2021 | Sold | $1,400,000 | 974.25 | Public Record |
| Jun 2, 2021 | Price Increase | $1,400,000 +55.73% | 974.25 | MLS #40948383 |
| May 10, 2021 | Pending | $899,000 | 625.61 | MLS #40948383 |
| May 4, 2021 | New Listing | $899,000 +22.31% | 625.61 | MLS #40948383 |
| Nov 17, 2006 | Sold | $735,000 | 638.02 | Public Record |
| Nov 17, 2006 | Price Decrease | $735,000 -1.87% | 638.02 | MLS #40214349 |
| Oct 19, 2006 | Under contract | $749,000 | 650.17 | MLS #40214349 |
| Oct 5, 2006 | New Listing | $749,000 +42.67% | 650.17 | MLS #40214349 |
| Feb 23, 2001 | Sold | $525,000 | 0 | Public Record |
| Feb 23, 2001 | Price Increase | $525,000 +6.06% | 0 | MLS #21001449 |
| Jan 31, 2001 | Under contract | $495,000 | 0 | MLS #21001449 |
| Jan 14, 2001 | New Listing | $495,000 | 0 | MLS #21001449 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 253 Purdue Ave
What is 253 Purdue Ave?
253 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA, 94708 is a single family home located in the Upper Kensington neighborhood in the city of Kensington, California with zipcode 94708. This single family home has 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom with an interior area of 1,437 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1938.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2021.
What is the full address of this Home?
253 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA, 94708.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, 0.42 miles away and Colusa Market, 1 mile away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The Upper Kensington neighborhood has a population of 196,994, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 39.34 years and 52% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 55% is owner.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-26-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing last updated on: Jun 02, 2021
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The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, 0.42 miles away and Colusa Market, 1 mile away.
The Upper Kensington neighborhood has a population of 196,994, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 39.34 years and 52% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 55% is owner.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.
