Discover this stunning mid-century modern home uniquely situated on an expansive 13,000+ square foot lot nestled within the tranquil Tilden parklands. It’s a perfect blend of design and nature. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass maximize the expansive vistas, while gumwood paneling, built-in seating, and a double-sided fireplace create a sense of warmth and intimacy. The house has a spacious layout with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large library/office, easily convertible into a third bedroom. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is perfectly designed for entertaining. The property is surrounded by multiple courtyards and patios that offer varying sunlight and shade throughout the day alongside a lush garden with mature Japanese maples, dogwoods, hydrangeas, rhododendrons and many other flowering plants that bloom almost year-round. Nature trails are less than a block away while Cheese Board is only an 8-minute drive. This home is a dream-come-true for those who cherish both nature and the amenities of city living. Open 5/18 & 5/19 2-4:30
Sold for $1,650,000
$1,650,000
245 Los Altos Dr, Kensington, CA 94708
2beds
1,706sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.32 Acres Lot
$1,605,900 Zestimate®
$967/sqft
$5,027 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,605,900
$1.49M - $1.72M
$5,027/mo
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Double - sided fireplaceInterior courtyardNatural environmentBeautiful family roomNatural settingSpacious two bedroomMaster gardener
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Listed by:
Jodi Nishimura DRE #01762935 510-459-0471,
Real Brokerage Technologies
Bought with:
Marilyn Garcia, DRE #01355514
The Grubb Co. Inc.
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41058835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,706
- Total interior livable area: 1,706 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has carport: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Premium Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 5702510107
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Kensington
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/17/2024 | Sold | $1,650,000$967/sqft |
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| 5/18/2024 | Pending sale | $1,650,000$967/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,650,000+10.4%$967/sqft |
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| 4/4/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000-9.4%$876/sqft |
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| 5/6/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/2/2023 | Price change | $6,500+10.2%$4/sqft |
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| 3/26/2023 | Listed for rent | $5,900$3/sqft |
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| 2/7/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/24/2023 | Price change | $5,900-9.2%$3/sqft |
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| 1/4/2023 | Price change | $6,500-13.3%$4/sqft |
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| 12/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $7,500+15.4%$4/sqft |
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| 10/13/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/10/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,500$4/sqft |
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| 3/25/2022 | Sold | $1,650,000+57.3%$967/sqft |
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| 3/16/2022 | Pending sale | $1,049,000$615/sqft |
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| 3/1/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,049,000$615/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,783 +10.7% | $1,683,000 +11.1% |
| 2024 | $21,492 +2.4% | $1,515,000 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $20,991 +258.2% | $1,479,000 +379.2% |
| 2022 | $5,860 +1.2% | $308,625 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,788 +4.3% | $302,575 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,552 +2.2% | $299,474 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,435 +3.7% | $293,602 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,242 +1.7% | $287,846 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,155 +0.9% | $282,203 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,110 +5.4% | $276,670 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,850 | $272,516 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,850 | $267,178 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $265,971 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $260,757 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $255,645 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $253,736 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $254,340 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $249,354 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $244,466 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $239,674 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $234,975 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $230,368 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $226,147 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $221,713 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $217,367 |
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Neighborhood: 94708
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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- Contra Costa County
- Kensington
- 94708
- 245 Los Altos Dr
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