A beautifully unique and inspiring retreat built in 1924 and modernized in 2019. Nestled on over a quarter-acre, private hillside in central Kensington, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom single-family residence offers 1,875 square feet of bright and airy living space, set on an expansive 11,410 square foot lot. The property boasts a fruitful orchard with persimmons, lemons, and apple trees, a serene oak forest, a tranquil bamboo grove, and ample sunlight and space for flourishing vegetable gardens. This home, perfect for those seeking tranquility, combines eclectic architecture and farmhouse styles with modern updates. The exterior showcases board and batten-weathered redwood, while the interior exudes warmth with a white-weathered finish and stained glass accents. This two-story abode is a sanctuary of light, lush surroundings, and stunning cityscapes. Every detail has been thoughtfully enhanced since 2019, with over $400,000 in updates including Nest smart control, a central alarm system, new exterior walls and insulation, ACME solar-powered retractable awnings, along with mini-split heat and AC units. Additional updates include newly replaced foundations, seismic retrofitting, new skylights, upgraded electrical and plumbing systems, as well as Marvin Signature windows.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
85 Edgecroft Rd, Kensington, CA 94707
3beds
1,875sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.26 Acres Lot
$1,599,500 Zestimate®
$773/sqft
$6,146 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,599,500
$1.46M - $1.76M
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Listed by:
Darrell Hoh DRE #00981094 510-295-3541,
Compass
Bought with:
Loren Eva Ybarra, DRE #02138632
Exp Realty of California Inc.
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41067413
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Has cooling: Yes
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Features
- Au Pair, Dining Area, In-Law Floorplan, Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Concrete, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Free Standing, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,875
- Total interior livable area: 1,875 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Parking on Site
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Garden, Landscape Back
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Bay Bridge,Golden Gate Bridge
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Land Locked, Flag Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 5711500206
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Kensington
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $773/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,355,100
- Annual tax amount: $21,509
- Date on market: 7/22/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2024 | Sold | $1,450,000+12%$773/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41067413 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2024 | Pending sale | $1,295,000$691/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41067413 Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+17.7%$691/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41067413 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2018 | Sold | $1,100,000+10.6%$587/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40841057 Report a problem | ||
| 11/14/2018 | Pending sale | $995,000$531/sqft |
Source: THE GRUBB CO. INC. #40841057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2018 | Listed for sale | $995,000+40.1%$531/sqft |
Source: THE GRUBB CO. INC. #40841057 Report a problem | ||
| 10/27/2014 | Sold | $710,000+18.7%$379/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 8/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $598,000$319/sqft |
Source: THE GRUBB CO. INC. #40670726 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $21,509 +33.8% | $1,355,100 +20.9% |
| 2024 | $16,078 +1.9% | $1,120,983 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,777 +1.4% | $1,099,004 +2% |
| 2022 | $15,557 +0.3% | $1,077,456 +2% |
| 2021 | $15,504 +4.5% | $1,056,330 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,841 +1.8% | $1,045,500 +2% |
| 2019 | $14,576 +50.5% | $1,025,000 +59.1% |
| 2018 | $9,688 +1.5% | $644,320 +2% |
| 2017 | $9,548 +0.5% | $631,687 +2% |
| 2016 | $9,499 +403.5% | $619,302 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,886 | $610,000 +1909.3% |
| 2014 | $1,886 | $30,359 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $30,223 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,631 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,051 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $28,835 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $28,905 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $28,339 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $27,785 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $27,241 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $26,708 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $26,185 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $25,706 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $25,203 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,710 |
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- 10/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
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