251 Stanford Avenue

Kensington, CA 94708

$1,398,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,145 Sq. Ft.
$652 / Sq. Ft.
2,145
Sq. Ft.
$652
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Cool crisp modern lines, walls of glass, and captivating views of the Golden Gate, Bay, Bridge, Cityscape and beyond. Sophisticated 3+BR/2.5BA mid-century modern on the border of Berkeley. Enjoy the best of California living from this turnkey split-level home built in 1959 that features a open living room with fireplace, light-filled dining room, an updated chef's kitchen, a spacious separate plus room that offers flexible uses and easeful indoor-outdoor flow to view/sun deck. Inviting rear patio...Cool crisp modern lines, walls of glass, and captivating views of the Golden Gate, Bay, Bridge, Cityscape and beyond. Sophisticated 3+BR/2.5BA mid-century modern on the border of Berkeley. Enjoy the best of California living from this turnkey split-level home built in 1959 that features a open living room with fireplace, light-filled dining room, an updated chef's kitchen, a spacious separate plus room that offers flexible uses and easeful indoor-outdoor flow to view/sun deck. Inviting rear patio and garden with mature landscaping. Ideal for entertaining, relaxing, playing and/or gardening. Other highlights include hardwood floors, dual paned windows, and updates through out. Impeccably maintained by long time owners. Centrally located in Kensington, blocks to awarded Hilltop school, public and regional parks, 8 min. to UC Berk, and 30 min. to SF by car. A stroll down the hill to Village shops and dining.

Property Details for 251 Stanford Avenue

City
KENSINGTON
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
UPPER KENSINGTON
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Carport - 2 Or More
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Ruth Frassetto, DRE #00779030
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LISTING UPDATED: 05/18/2024 08:09 PM

Property Details for 251 Stanford Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #41058927
Days on Compass13
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1959
Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,515 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

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Building Information for 251 Stanford Avenue

Stories2Year Built1959Building Size-Lot Size0.10 AC / 4,515 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,776 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,629

Property Taxes

$1,147

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 251 Stanford Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, In Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Updated Baths
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central 1 Zone A/C
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Energy Star Appliances, Energy Star HVAC, Energy Star Windows Doors
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector
  • Builder/Architect: Custom Mid-Cen
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco & Stone, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bath, Laundry Facility
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths
  • Lot Description: Premium Lot
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4515
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4515.0
  • Model: Hip and Modern
  • Roof: Tar and Gravel
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2145
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: Other, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Garden/Play, Terraced Up, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Acres: 0.01
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • Directions to Property: Yale to Stanford
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 570-092-009-2
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Property History for 251 Stanford Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 251 Stanford Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$688,065Additions$258,807Total$946,872
Tax Record2023$13,764 ($1,147 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,145 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,145 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,515 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959Year Renovated1972ZoningR-6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN570-092-009-2

Schools near 251 Stanford 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 - 6 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

Richmond Charter Academy
Charter6 to 8

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251 Stanford Avenue is a single family home for sale in Kensington, CA 94708. This property was listed for sale on May 8, 2024 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,398,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on June 12, 2008. 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. 251 Stanford Avenue is a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,145 sqft single family home built in 1959.

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