See Home Value
$1,100,000
● House - Off Market

287 Purdue Ave.

Kensington, CA 94708
bedrooms
2 Beds
bathrooms
2 Baths
square feet
1,459 Ft²
$5,868
Est. Monthly

About This Property

Open the front gate of 287 Purdue to find a handsome patio and stone path leading to the porch of a truly unique Kensington home! This home presents the cozy warmth and grace of a mountain lodge coupled with modern smart system features! The glowing wood walls, floors and beams are rare - especially when combined with the upgraded improvements. With 2 bedrooms and 2 updated baths, and inviting public rooms, this special home offers a retreat and gathering spot as soon as you open the door! The open design kitchen area has a professional BlueStar stove. There is easy access from the kitchen area to the brick patio for entertaining and relaxing. Garage has an automatic door and separate entry to the house. Garage also houses storage batteries from the rooftop solar system. This home is in the wonderful community of Kensington which is recognized for its excellent elementary school, charming village setting of Colusa Circle and the Arlington area, and its convenient commute location. With its tradition of neighborliness and volunteerism, Kensington offers its residents a warm and rewarding environment!
Unit Size
1,459 Ft²
Days on Market
36 days
Land Size
0.09 acres
Price per sqft
$819
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
-
HOA Dues
-
Year Built
1940

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Last updated: 4 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41137742)

Price History

Date / Event Date Event Price
Jul 15, 2026 Sold
Sold
Jun 25, 2026 In contract -
In contract
Jun 9, 2026 Listed by BHG RE Reliance Partners $1,195,000
Listed by BHG RE Reliance Partners

Property Highlights

Garage
Air Conditioning
Fireplace

Building Info

Overview

    General

  • Year Built: 1940
  • Effective Year Built: 1965
  • Building Count: 1
  • Total Rooms: 6
  • Bedroom Count: 2
  • Bathroom Count: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Partial Bathrooms: 2
  • Building Condition: 3
  • Building Quality: 7
  • Construction Type: 0
  • Building Style: 0
  • Exterior Walls Type: 0
  • Interior Walls Type: 0
  • Roof Shape Type: 0
  • Roof Cover Type: 0
  • Floor Count: 100
  • Living Units: 1
  • Floor Cover: 0
  • Basement Type: 0
  • Basement Area: 0
  • Garage Type: 1
  • Garage Square Area: 342
  • Parking Space Count: 1
  • Patio Type: 0
  • Porch Type: 0
  • Pool Type: 0
  • Location Influence Type: 000

    Dimensions

  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4,000
  • Lot Size Depth Feet: 1,000
  • Lot Size Frontage Feet: 400
  • Total Building Area: 1,459
  • Gross Building Area: 1,459
  • Building Area: 1,459
  • Building Area Measurement: L

    Heating and Cooling

  • Fireplace Count: 1
  • Air Conditioning: 0
  • Heating: 4
  • Heated Square Feet: 1,459
  • Heating Fuel Type: 0

    Utilities

  • Sewer System: 0
  • Water Service: 0

Building

  • Building Type: 0
  • Property Class: R
  • Subdivision: BERKELEY HIGHLANDS ADD
  • Land Acres: 0000000092
  • Standard Land Use Code: 1001
  • County Land Use Code: 11
  • Legal Description 1: BERKELEY HIGHLANDS ADDN LOT 19 BLK S

Neighborhood

  • School District Name: West Contra Costa Unified School District
  • School Tax School District: W CONTRA COST
  • Census Tract: 392000

Zoning

  • Zoning: R6

Geography

  • Parcel: 570-201-004
  • Block: S
  • Lot: 19
  • Latitude: 37.9072
  • Longitude: -122.272

    Address

  • Full Address: 287 Purdue Ave
  • Address - House Number: 287
  • Address - Street Name: Purdue
  • Address - Suffix Type: Ave
  • State: CA
  • City Name: Kensington
  • Carrier Code: C090
  • 4-Digit Zip Code: 1136
  • Zip Code: 94708

Valuation

    Tax

  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Amount: $541,964
  • Tax Rate Code Area: 85-064

    Appraisal Valuation

  • Standard Deviation: 0.1887
  • Valuation Date: Nov 22, 2023
  • Confidence Score: 75
  • Final Value: 1,297,115
  • High Value: 1,541,970
  • Low Value: 1,052,261

    Assessments Valuation

  • Assessed Year: 2023
  • Assessed Total Value: $298,903
  • Assessed Land Value: $178,731
  • Assessed Improvements Value: $120,172

    Exemptions

  • Homeowner Exemption: Yes
Data used for valuation calculations is provided by RealtyHop, and other third party sources

Comparables

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Status
Type
Beds
Baths
ft²
Price/ft²
Asking Price
Listed On
Closing Price
Sold On
HOA + Taxes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was property at 287 Purdue Avenue built and last sold?
The property at 287 Purdue Avenue was built in 1940 and last sold on Jan 1, 1970 for $0.
How much is this home worth?
The estimated value of the home located at 287 Purdue Avenue is $1,206,950.
What are some comparable homes to 287 Purdue Avenue?
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