Perched in the coveted Kensington hills, 155 Purdue Avenue is a beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 1,994 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space on a serene 4,600 square foot lot. The home’s low split-level layout flows effortlessly from a welcoming main level to an upper retreat featuring a cozy reading alcove, two spacious bedrooms each with private balconies and views, and a luxurious adjoining en-suite bath complete with a jetted tub, separate stall shower, and double vanity. The inviting living room showcases a gas fireplace insert framed by bay windows that frame the Golden Gate Bridge, a sightline that carries all the way from the backyard’s corner landing through the kitchen and into the living room. The rear of the home features an eat-in kitchen and sunken family room with soaring ceilings and windows that open to a level and well maintained backyard. Downstairs, a laundry room, half bath, and interior-access to the single-car garage with a new garage door and opener with camera that is Wi-Fi enabled. Fresh interior and exterior paint, refinished hardwood floors throughout, new hardwood in the family room, staircase, upper bedrooms, and landing, make this home truly move-in ready! Zoned for Kensington Hilltop School with access via the Ye Olde School Trail, and just moments from Tilden Park, Little Farm, Kensington Village shops and dining, Solano Avenue, and downtown Berkeley - this is Kensington living at its finest!
Single-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
4,600 sq ftLot Size
$1,229Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Mark Choi•DRE #01433100• The Agency
Bought with Isabelle Cole•DRE #01996039• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Claudia Mills•DRE #01881682• KW Advisors East Bay
Est. $6,100 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Located in the Upper Kensington neighborhood, the house is in a peaceful residential setting. It features a functional layout with inviting living spaces, abundant natural light, and an attractive indoor-outdoor connection that enhances everyday...
living. Its location provides convenient access to Kensington Village, Tilden Regional Park, and the shopping, dining, and transit options available in nearby Berkeley and El Cerrito.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41137775
Jul 7, 2026
Sold
$2,450,000
$1,229/sq ft
Jun 23, 2026
Pending
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Jun 10, 2026
Listed
$1,198,000
$601/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #28116225
Jul 2, 1998
Sold
$550,000
$276/sq ft
Jun 2, 1998
Listing Removed
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May 21, 1998
Listed
$495,000
$248/sq ft
WONDERFUL REMODEL/ADDITION!FABULOUS KITCH/ FAM RM OPENING TO BLISSFUL YARD!2/1 ON MAIN LEVEL,MASTER SUITE & DEN UP!BAY VIEWS!
Public Records
Aug 31, 1989
Sold
$272,500
$137/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,891 (+2.3%)
$327,794 + $555,986
$883,780
2024
$12,605 (+1.8%)
$321,367 + $545,085
$866,452
2023
$12,376 (+1.5%)
$315,066 + $534,398
$849,464
2022
$12,198 (+0.4%)
$308,889 + $523,920
$832,809
2021
$12,147 (+4.4%)
$302,833 + $513,648
$816,481
2020
$11,631 (+1.5%)
$296,896 + $503,577
$800,473
2019
$11,455 (+2.9%)
$293,852 + $498,414
$792,266
2018
$11,130 (+1.6%)
$288,091 + $488,642
$776,733
2017
$10,958 (+0.4%)
$276,905 + $469,668
$746,573
2016
$10,919 (−0.3%)
$276,905 + $469,668
$746,573
2015
$10,956 (+0.9%)
$271,476 + $460,459
$731,935
2014
$10,862 (+1.1%)
$262,162 + $444,659
$706,821
2013
$10,740 (+15.3%)
$262,162 + $444,659
$706,821
2012
$9,315 (−7.0%)
$260,978 + $442,650
$703,628
2011
$10,013 (+4.2%)
$235,709 + $399,791
$635,500
2010
$9,612 (+2.9%)
$250,845 + $425,462
$676,307
2009
$9,343 (+6.2%)
$248,971 + $422,283
$671,254
2008
$8,796
$249,563 + $423,287
$672,850
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1975
Sq. Ft.
1,912
Year built
1946
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5701710047
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Feb 3, 2011 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off the existing roof and install new composition shingles.
Roofing
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Work on a bay window.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Space Per Unit - 1, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Double Vanity, Jack & Jill, Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Tub with Jets, Window
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Nook, Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.