6356 Kensington Avenue

Richmond, CA 94805

$1,095,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,245 Sq. Ft.
$488 / Sq. Ft.
2,245
Sq. Ft.
$488
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to your dream home in the serene East Richmond Heights! Situated in a quiet neighborhood you'll enjoy the tranquility of nature just minutes from Wildcat Canyon, Alvarado Park, and Berkeley Country Club. Prime location tucked peacefully in the hills with easy access to El Cerrito BART and major freeways. Walking distance to schools, Arlington's top market and produce store, and the largest dog park in El Cerrito. Step inside to discover an inviting sunlit floor plan. The main level features...Welcome to your dream home in the serene East Richmond Heights! Situated in a quiet neighborhood you'll enjoy the tranquility of nature just minutes from Wildcat Canyon, Alvarado Park, and Berkeley Country Club. Prime location tucked peacefully in the hills with easy access to El Cerrito BART and major freeways. Walking distance to schools, Arlington's top market and produce store, and the largest dog park in El Cerrito. Step inside to discover an inviting sunlit floor plan. The main level features 2 bright bedrooms and 1 bathroom. The heart of this home is its expansive living and dining area boasting hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and filtered bay views. The kitchen includes a breakfast nook, stainless steel appliances, and access to the 2-car garage. Down the stairs is a versatile retreat with an additional living room and kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a flexible area with great potential. With separate exterior back entrances, this lower level is perfect for an in-law unit or guest accommodations. The private fenced-in yard has a tranquilizing Koi pond, multiple year-round fruit trees, and a generous lot size making it a fantastic spot for entertaining. This property combines privacy, functionality, and a zen atmosphere making it a true gem for you to call home.
  1. Listed by Deana M Anderson • DRE #02058779 • Brokerage DRE #01845706 • Twin Oaks Real Estate INC

Property Details for 6356 Kensington Avenue

Architectural Style
Ranch, See Remarks
Subdivision
East Richmond Heights
View Description
Bay, City, Golden Gate Bridge, Mt Tamalpais
Cross Street
Elm Ave
Total Parking Spaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 10/02/2024 04:05 PM

Property Details for 6356 Kensington Avenue

StatusContingent - Show
MLS #324068255
Days on Compass35
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1958
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Building Information for 6356 Kensington Avenue

Stories1Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF

Property Information for 6356 Kensington Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Richmond View
  • Area Short Display: 1703
  • Directions to Property: From Berkeley take Arlington towards Richmond, go right on Elm Ave and left on Kensington home is on your left on the corner
  • Area Long Display: Richmond View
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 521-061-002-7
Parking
  • Parking Features: Garage Facing Front, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 1
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 2245.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5998.0
  • Lot Features: Corner, See Remarks
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 89
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gated, Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard, Wood
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
  • Pool: No
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: Central
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo, Space in Kitchen
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: In Garage
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • # of Rooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 6356 Kensington Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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

Public Records for 6356 Kensington Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$728,655Additions$258,575Total$987,230
Tax Record2024$13,889 ($1,157 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt2,245 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,245 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958Year Renovated1968ZoningR-6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN521-061-002-7

Schools near 6356 Kensington Avenue

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

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Vista High (Alternative) School
PublicK 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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