SOLD 11/13/2023
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Home sold for $1,098,000 in 41 days
262 Amherst Ave Kensington, CA, 94708
Neighborhood: Upper KensingtonOff the market 3 beds 1 full + 1 half baths 1,398 sqft
Nestled in the Kensington Hills, yet just a block to Village shops and a short distance to Solano Avenue shops and restaurants. Luscious Bay Views. Open and airy Spanish style craftsman. With nearly 1,400 square feet, plus expansive basement with a photography dark room. Spacious deck looks out to invigorating San Francisco Bay Views! Absolutely charming bungalow featuring vintage aesthetic & appeal. The Roof and HVAC are both recent improvements per owner. This was the home of recognized photographer Jim Millett who was mentored by Ansel Adams and other famed photographers.
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Property details
1,398 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
1,398 sqft
View
Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Other, Bridges, Mt Tamalpais
Land area
4,356 sqft (0.10 acres)
Price per sqft
$785/sqft
Address
262 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA, 94708
City of California
Kensington
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$989,000
Sold price
$1,098,000
Style
Spanish
Stories
1
Year Built
1928
Neighborhood
Upper Kensington
District
Listing
Stories
One Story
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Interior Features
6 rooms, Hardwood Flrs Throughout floors
Beds
3
Baths
1 full + 1 half
Floors
Hardwood Flrs Throughout
Stories
One Story
Property Condition
Existing
Garage & Parking
Off Street, No Garage
Rooms
6
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Insert, Living Room
Laundry Features
Dryer, In Basement, Washer
Heathing & Cooling
None, Forced Air
Kitchen features
Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Island, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Updated Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Basement
Partial
Listed by
Ruth Frassetto, Compass
Name
Ruth Frassetto
License number
00779030
Brokerage company
Compass
MLS #
41040947
Buyer agent
Name
Xiaodong Xu
Brokerage company
Compass
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Mortgage
$3,372
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$219,600 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$3,372 / month
Exterior Features
Stucco construction and more
Roof
Composition
Construction
Stucco
Building information
Builder/Architect: c.20's Custom
Model: Spanish Bungalow
Model: Spanish Bungalow
Pool
None
Yard
Back Yard, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
Lot details
TMK #5700600082
Lot Description
Level, Premium Lot
Parcel nr.
5700600082
Upper Kensington neighborhood info
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People living in Upper Kensington
46%
Families with children
National average: 39%
37%
Non family households
196,994
Population
$123,313
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 38 years
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Commute types
51% commute by car
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Education level
31% 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
$1.33m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.25m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
329
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
56% 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
53% are owners
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17.33 / 20
Most Walkable
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15-20
Most Walkable
10-15
Above Average
5-10
Below Average
1-5
Least Walkable
Walkability according to the National Walkability Index
Price history
Sold Nov 13, 2023
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 13, 2023 | Sold | $1,098,000 | 785.41 | Public Record |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Price Increase | $1,098,000 +11.02% | 785.41 | MLS #41040947 |
| Oct 23, 2023 | Pending | $989,000 | 707.44 | MLS #41040947 |
| Oct 19, 2023 | Under contract | $989,000 | 707.44 | MLS #41040947 |
| Oct 4, 2023 | New Listing | $989,000 | 725.61 | MLS #41040947 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 262 Amherst Ave
What is 262 Amherst Ave?
262 Amherst 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 3 bedrooms & 1 full bathroom + & 1 half bathroom with an interior area of 1,398 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1928.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2023.
What is the full address of this Home?
262 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA, 94708.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, 0.03 miles away and Colusa Market, 0.6 miles 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 38.9 years and 51% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 53% is owner.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-27-2024. 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: Nov 15, 2023
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The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, 0.03 miles away and Colusa Market, 0.6 miles away.
The Upper Kensington neighborhood has a population of 196,994, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 38.9 years and 51% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 53% is owner.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.
