Rarely available 2BA/2BA Albany town-home style Condo in a boutique 4-unit complex steps from El Cerrito Plaza, Solano Avenue and BART. With two full floors of comfortable living space, a private balcony, two parking spaces, and low HOA dues, this well-located home is a rare find. 518 Kains Avenue #102 greets visitors with a large LR/DR Combination with fireplace, private balcony, guest half BA, and a breakfast bar. The nearby kitchen boasts lots of cabinet and counter space, and a big passthrough to the dining area. Upstairs are two ample BDs, including a roomy Primary Suite at the front w/great natural light, big closets, and private shower and vanity. A second BD w/good closet space, and a full bath nearby, are located at the unit's rear. Fresh paint, new carpeting and new vinyl flooring run throughout this well-maintained home. Located in a small, well-run HOA, the residence comes with two parking spaces, a dedicated storage closet, and shared laundry, all on the ground floor. Excellent central location, just blocks from coveted Albany Schools, Solano Avenue's shops, restaurants, cafes, El Cerrito Plaza (Trader Joes, Barnes & Noble, CVS, Petco), Memorial and Albany Hill Parks, and easy commute access via nearby BART, bus, and freeway access.
Sold for $630,000
$630,000
518 Kains Ave APT 102, Albany, CA 94706
2beds
1,104sqft
Condominium
Built in 1986
-- sqft lot
$625,000 Zestimate®
$571/sqft
$3,083 Estimated rent
Home value
$625,000
$563,000 - $694,000
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Private balconyBreakfast barNew carpetingRoomy primary suiteFresh paintGreat natural lightNew vinyl flooring
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Listed by:
Andrew de Vries DRE #01368031,
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan 415-664-9400
Bought with:
Terri White, DRE #01719341
District Homes
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425012172
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Synthetic Counter
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Deck Attached
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Range, Range Hood, Microwave
- Laundry: Ground Floor, In Garage
Features
- Formal Entry
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,104
- Total interior livable area: 1,104 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Independent, On Site
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 5,092 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 0672826030
- Special conditions: Successor Trustee Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Chalet,Contemporary
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1986
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance on Structure, Sewer, Water
- HOA fee: $375 monthly
- HOA name: Plaza Townhomes Association
Location
- Region: Albany
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $571/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,542
- Date on market: 2/20/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/27/2025 | Sold | $630,000+5.2%$571/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #425012172 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$543/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425012172 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000+51.6%$543/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425012172 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2004 | Sold | $395,000$358/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $550,542 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,727 +1.5% | $539,751 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,596 +1.8% | $529,168 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,442 +1.5% | $518,796 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,322 +0.2% | $508,624 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,302 +2.5% | $503,411 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,098 +5.9% | $493,544 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,648 | $483,870 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,648 +5.1% | $474,386 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,275 +13.4% | $465,088 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,414 | $458,104 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $6,414 | $420,000 +33.3% |
| 2013 | -- | $315,000 +12.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $280,000 -11.1% |
| 2011 | -- | $315,000 -2.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $323,000 |
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Neighborhood: Garfield
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Cornell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 10/10Albany Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Albany City Unified
Source: SFAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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