286 Colgate Avenue

Sold 3/22/17
Sold 3/22/17
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,095,000
2 beds1,335 sqft
286 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.09 acresLot Size
1939Year Built
$820/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Sophisticated Traditional exudes eclectic vibe! Gorgeous kitchen, lovely updated baths. Panoramic Bay views and delightful garden. Blks to awarded Hilltop Sch. & TransBay Exp. & BART bus stop. Near village shops and Tilden Regional Park. 35 min. to SF by car. 8 min. to BART. Vintage bar & bonus rm!Sophisticated Traditional exudes eclectic vibe! Gorgeous kitchen, lovely updated baths. Panoramic Bay views and delightful garden. Blks to awarded Hilltop Sch. & TransBay Exp. & BART bus stop. Near village shops and Tilden Regional Park. 35 min. to SF by car. 8 min. to BART. Vintage bar & bonus rm!

Listing Agent

  1. Ruth Frassetto

    Ruth Frassetto

    Listing Agent

    THE GRUBB CO. INC.

    DRE #00779030

    ruthfrassetto@compass.com

    P: (510) 697-8606

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Listing closed: 03/22/2017 12:00 AM • Source: EBRD, MLS#: 40771217

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Median sold price

$1,250,000

Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Kensington, CA

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Property Information for 286 Colgate Avenue

Property Details
  • MLS Type: RESIDENTIAL / Detached
  • County: Contra Costa County
  • City: KENSINGTON
  • Dist/Neighborhood/Subdiv: UPPER KENSINGTON
  • Building Type: Detached
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Style: Traditional
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage/Parking: Attached Garage, Converted Garage, Off Street Parking
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Lot Size: 0.09 AC / 4,000 SF
Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Basement, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Primary Bath Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Storage
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, DSL/Modem Line, Mirrored Closet Door(s), Washer, Water Heater Gas, Window Coverings
  • Builder/Architect: Custom 30's
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Level - Lower: 0.5 Bath, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Level - Upper: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4000.0
  • Model: Charmer!
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1335
  • Stories: Split Level
  • Street Level: Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Garden/Play
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Acres: 0.09
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • Directions to Property: Between Trinity & Kenyon
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 570-142-012-6
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: BERKELEY
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Property History for 286 Colgate Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 22, 2017

Sold

EBRD #40771217

$1,095,000—
Mar 17, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #590564326

$1,095,000

+5.0% / yr

Mar 9, 2017

Pending

EBRD #40771217

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/22/2017

Sold

EBRD #40771217

$1,095,000
03/17/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #590564326

$1,095,000

+5.0% / yr

03/09/2017

Pending

EBRD #40771217

—

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

Public Records for 286 Colgate Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$947,036Additions$349,217Total$1,296,253
Tax Record2025$18,031 ($1,503 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,176 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939Year Renovated1950ZoningR6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN570-142-012

Schools near 286 Colgate Avenue

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
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

Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
CharterK to 8

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 286 Colgate Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708
$1,095,000
2
1,335
4,000
284 Colgate Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708
–
2
1
815
4,000
0 Colgate Avenue
$5,000
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–
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10,454
280 Colgate Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708
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3
1.5
1,690
4,000
447 Beloit Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708
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2
1
966
4,840
455 Beloit Avenue, Kensington, CA 94708
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3
2
2,282
4,500

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