SOLD 06/02/2021
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Off the market 4 beds 2 full + 1 half baths 1,983 sqft
PANO BAY VIEWS FROM OAKLAND TO MT TAM AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN! This Mid-Century Modern home is living at its best with abundant natural light in this Kensington/Berkeley Hills Border location! Enjoy Bay views of San Francisco, Angel Island, Golden Gate and Bay Bridges and mesmerizing sunsets. The home has a cool 50’s vibe and windows galore with spacious wood-beamed vaulted ceiling living and dining rooms that open to the large rear patio and mature low-maintenance landscaped yard perfect for entertaining. The lower level is a finished basement that serves as a fourth bedroom or office with fireplace, separate entrance, plus a half bath and utility/laundry room. Only a short 7 minutes to Kensington Center Shops, BART, and Transbay Bus. Easy access to Cal University, N Berkeley foodie heaven, Solano Ave Shops, Colusa Circle & El Cerrito Plaza Shopping for lots of local flavor. Nearby is the desirable top-rated Kensington Hilltop Elementary School. www.5FranciscanWay.com
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Property details
1,983 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
1,983 sqft
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco, Mt Tamalpais, Twin Peaks
Land area
7,518 sqft (0.17 acres)
Price per sqft
$806/sqft
Address
5 Franciscan Way, Kensington, CA, 94707
City of California
Kensington
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$1,295,000
Sold price
$1,600,000
nr.of parking places
2
Style
Contemporary, Craftsman
Stories
One Story
Year Built
1950
Solar
None
Neighborhood
Blakemont
District
Kensington
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Interior Features
9 rooms, 2 parking places
Beds
4
Baths
2 full + 1 half
Master bath
Stall Shower
Other Baths
Shower Over Tub,Tile
Floors
Tile, Wood
Parking
2
Garage & Parking
Attached Garage, Garage Parking, Int Access From Garage, Remote
Rooms
9
# of fireplaces
2
Fireplaces
Brick,Den,Living Room,Woodburning
Laundry Features
Inside Room
Heathing & Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), No Air Conditioning, Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
Kitchen features
220 Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Basement Finished, Office, Study
Amenities
Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Basement
Full
Listed by
John Law, Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
Name
John Law
License number
01392406
Brokerage company
Golden Gate Sotheby's Int'l Re
MLS #
40949846
Buyer agent
Name
Mahsa Sohi
Brokerage company
Altas Realty
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Mortgage
$4,913
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$320,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$4,913 / month
Exterior Features
Stucco, Wood construction and more
Roof
Composition Shingles
Construction
Stucco, Wood
Yard
Deck(s), Dog Run, Patio Covered, Sprinklers Automatic, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Pool
No
Lot details
TMK #5722310298
Lot Description
Auto Sprinkler F&R, Backyard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Parcel nr.
5722310298
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People living in Blakemont
46%
Families with children
National average: 39%
35%
Non family households
209,907
Population
$125,648
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 38 years
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Commute types
58% commute by car
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Education level
27% have bachelor education
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Number of employees
3% work in education and healthcare
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Vehicles available
41% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
41% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$1.25m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.15m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
353
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
58% are single detacheds
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Rooms
45% of the houses have 4 or 5 rooms
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Bedrooms
70% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
55% are owners
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ADU Accessory Dwelling Unit
Description
not a legal unit, 667 sqft
Baths
1 full
Kitchen
Yes
Schools
2 schools with rating up to 8
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington
52 Arlington Avenue,
Kensington, CA 94707
Elementary School |
0.327mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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Growing Light Montessori School Of Kensington
52 Arlington Avenue,
Kensington, CA 94707
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0.327mi | |
| out of 10 |
Kensington Elementary School
90 Highland Boulevard,
Kensington, CA 94708
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0.448mi |
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Price history
Sold Jun 2, 2021
Blakemont Median sales price 2022
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 3 beds | $1.5m | 50% |
| 4 beds | $1.5m | 50% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 2, 2021 | Sold | $1,600,000 | 806.86 | Public Record |
| Jun 2, 2021 | Price Increase | $1,600,000 +23.55% | 806.86 | MLS #40949846 |
| May 21, 2021 | Pending | $1,295,000 | 653.05 | MLS #40949846 |
| May 13, 2021 | New Listing | $1,295,000 | 653.05 | MLS #40949846 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 5 Franciscan Way
What is 5 Franciscan Way?
5 Franciscan Way, Kensington, CA, 94707 is a single family home located in the Blakemont neighborhood in the city of Kensington, California with zipcode 94707. This single family home has 4 bedrooms & 2 full bathrooms + & 1 half bathroom with an interior area of 1,983 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1950.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2021.
What is the full address of this Home?
5 Franciscan Way, Kensington, CA, 94707.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Young's Market, 0.87 miles away and Colusa Market, 1.03 miles away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The Blakemont neighborhood has a population of 209,907, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 38.95 years and 58% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 55% is owner.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 05-12-2024. 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, 0.87 miles away and Colusa Market, 1.03 miles away.
The Blakemont neighborhood has a population of 209,907, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 38.95 years and 58% 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.
