212 Yale Ave

2,218 Sq. Ft.
$766 / Sq. Ft.
2,218
Sq. Ft.
$766
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Stunning New Listing! Timeless 1930s architecture, elevated with sophisticated updates and mesmerizing San Francisco Bay views. Dramatic picture window, generous living areas, well designed updated eat-in kitchen with Viking range/grill, wide-plank hardwood floors, warm wood accents, and curated finishes throughout. Flexible layout offers excellent separation of space, including a primary/guest suite, two additional bedrooms with access to their own baths, plus a serene primary retreat with newly...Stunning New Listing! Timeless 1930s architecture, elevated with sophisticated updates and mesmerizing San Francisco Bay views. Dramatic picture window, generous living areas, well designed updated eat-in kitchen with Viking range/grill, wide-plank hardwood floors, warm wood accents, and curated finishes throughout. Flexible layout offers excellent separation of space, including a primary/guest suite, two additional bedrooms with access to their own baths, plus a serene primary retreat with newly remodeled spa-like bath and additional family room. Indoor-outdoor entertaining shines across two expansive decks, complemented by a hot-tub pad for stary nights. Beautiful, landscaped yards with level lawn, mature fruit trees and garden beds. A skylit, detached studio/office with updated 220V wiring, sewer compliant, new highly efficient heating system and 3-year-old roof complete this exceptional Upper Kensington retreat. Two blocks to Arlington shops, coffee & restaurants, AC Transit commuter bus and .07 miles to storybook time at the library and highly rated Hilltop Elementary. A truly special place - Welcome Home!

Listing Agent

  1. Karen Richmond

    Karen Richmond

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01722616

Property Details for 212 Yale Avenue

City
KENSINGTON
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
UPPER KENSINGTON
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street
LISTING UPDATED: 04/24/2026 09:24 AM

Property Details for 212 Yale Avenue

StatusActive - Coming Soon
MLS #41132020
Days on Compass-
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1936
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

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Building Information for 212 Yale Avenue

Stories-Year Built1936Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

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Property Information for 212 Yale Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 4.0
  • Room Additional: Family Room, Formal Dining Room
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 2 Zns or More
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood Shingles
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Level - Upper: Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot, RectangularLot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2218
  • Stories: Tri-Level
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers In Rear, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Front
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 570-042-016-8
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: CONTRA COSTA
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 212 Yale Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 29, 2016

Sold

EBRD #40745725

$1,507,000
Jul 13, 2016

Pending

EBRD #40745725

Jun 20, 2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40745725

$1,298,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/29/2016

Sold

EBRD #40745725

$1,507,000
07/13/2016

Pending

EBRD #40745725

06/20/2016

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40745725

$1,298,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 212 Yale Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$1,276,642Additions$472,354Total$1,748,996
Tax Record2025$24,256 ($2,021 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,218 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,218 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1970ZoningR-6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN570-042-016-8

Schools near 212 Yale Avenue

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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212 Yale Avenue is a single family home Coming Soon in Kensington, CA 94708. This property is currently priced at $1,698,000. This listing's school district is West Contra Costa Unified School District. Nearby schools include Kensington Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School and El Cerrito Senior High School. 212 Yale Avenue is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,218 sqft single family home built in 1936.

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