OFF MARKET

Off Market Jul 2017 for $1.1M

$1,610,351

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,942/mo

•

1,586

sq ft

227 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

About this home

Don't miss this beautifully remodeled home in the hills of Kensington with peek-a-boo views of the Bay. The home has been thoughtfully brought into 2017 with details that enhance the homes original charm. The home offers a formal living room with wood burning fireplace that is bright and open. The dining room leads to a gorgeous kitchen that has been re-purposed for today’s lifestyle and appointed with white cabinets, new counter tops and designer back-splash. Also on the main level are two bedrooms and full bathroom. On the lower level is an oversized master suite that can double as a family room. Enjoying the beautiful outdoor areas this home has to offer is easy, with access out of most rooms. The lush canopy creates an inviting area great for entertaining friends and family. Home is conveniently located near Berkeley, Tilden Park, Grizzly peak and much more. Don’t miss your chance to live in one of the most beautiful cities in the Bay.

Single-familyProperty Type

1939Year Built

4,018 sq ftLot Size

$1,015Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Sammy Hastings •DRE #01908151 • Renovation Design Realty

Bought with Mark Choi •DRE #01433100 • Red Oak Realty

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40777843

Redfin Estimate

$1,610,351

$420K since sold in July 2017$12K since August

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This home's estimate is 20.6% higher than the average sale price ($1.33M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 15, 2026
$1,100,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,459 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,410,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,702 sq ft
335 Vermont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,700,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,841 sq ft
214 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN DEC 31, 2025
$1,600,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,473 sq ft
207 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$1,400,000
E
2 beds2 baths1,487 sq ft
265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$800,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,588 sq ft
11 Edgecroft Rd, Kensington, CA 94707

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$4,953/mo

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Market trends in 94708, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

129.7%

+0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$1.8M

$779 MoM

Avg. days on market

15d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

8 MoM

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Sale history for 227 Colgate Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,039 (+2.3%)

$1,241,011 + $140,079

$1,381,090

2024

$18,607 (+1.9%)

$1,216,678 + $137,333

$1,354,011

2023

$18,262 (+1.3%)

$1,192,822 + $134,641

$1,327,463

2022

$18,022 (+8.7%)

$1,169,434 + $132,001

$1,301,435

2021

$16,584 (+6.4%)

$1,146,504 + $129,413

$1,275,917

2020

$15,581 (+0.9%)

$1,029,314 + $116,186

$1,145,500

2019

$15,448 (−5.9%)

$998,313 + $112,687

$1,111,000

2018

$16,414 (+149.6%)

$986,631 + $111,369

$1,098,000

2017

$6,576 (+0.5%)

$254,357 + $154,059

$408,416

2016

$6,541 (−0.2%)

$254,357 + $154,059

$408,416

2015

$6,554 (+0.7%)

$249,370 + $151,039

$400,409

2014

$6,510 (+1.3%)

$240,814 + $145,857

$386,671

2013

$6,426 (+7.1%)

$240,814 + $145,857

$386,671

2012

$6,002 (−0.4%)

$239,726 + $145,198

$384,924

2011

$6,028 (+3.9%)

$235,026 + $142,351

$377,377

2010

$5,799 (+5.0%)

$230,418 + $139,560

$369,978

2009

$5,521 (+5.3%)

$228,696 + $138,517

$367,213

2008

$5,240

$229,240 + $138,847

$368,087

Tax history for 227 Colgate Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$19,039 (+2.3%)

$1,241,011 + $140,079

$1,381,090

2024

$18,607 (+1.9%)

$1,216,678 + $137,333

$1,354,011

2023

$18,262 (+1.3%)

$1,192,822 + $134,641

$1,327,463

2022

$18,022 (+8.7%)

$1,169,434 + $132,001

$1,301,435

2021

$16,584 (+6.4%)

$1,146,504 + $129,413

$1,275,917

2020

$15,581 (+0.9%)

$1,029,314 + $116,186

$1,145,500

2019

$15,448 (−5.9%)

$998,313 + $112,687

$1,111,000

2018

$16,414 (+149.6%)

$986,631 + $111,369

$1,098,000

2017

$6,576 (+0.5%)

$254,357 + $154,059

$408,416

2016

$6,541 (−0.2%)

$254,357 + $154,059

$408,416

2015

$6,554 (+0.7%)

$249,370 + $151,039

$400,409

2014

$6,510 (+1.3%)

$240,814 + $145,857

$386,671

2013

$6,426 (+7.1%)

$240,814 + $145,857

$386,671

2012

$6,002 (−0.4%)

$239,726 + $145,198

$384,924

2011

$6,028 (+3.9%)

$235,026 + $142,351

$377,377

2010

$5,799 (+5.0%)

$230,418 + $139,560

$369,978

2009

$5,521 (+5.3%)

$228,696 + $138,517

$367,213

2008

$5,240

$229,240 + $138,847

$368,087

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,018 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1960

Sq. Ft.

1,586

Year built

1939

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

5701920182

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

May 16, 2025 • Active

Building - residential mechanical

Install a new heat pump and a dedicated electrical circuit.

Heat pump

HVAC

Jan 30, 2010 • Final

Building - residential electrical

Perform miscellaneous electrical work.

Electrical

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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Updated Baths

Interior Features
Interior Features: No Additional Rooms, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Hookups Only, In Garage
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 6
Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,586

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Exterior Features: Back Yard
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Living Area: 1586
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1939

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4018
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Sloped Up
Zoning: R1

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Gravity

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,586
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,018 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1939
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5701920182

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Kensington Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.5mi

10/10

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi

5/10

El Cerrito Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 85° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

1/10 Wind Factor

Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years

9/10 Air Factor

16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

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Kensington, CA • 94708

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In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.53M – $1.85M

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Home values near 227 Colgate Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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232 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1541 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,907

Address	Redfin Estimate
244 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2839 Sq. Ft.	$1,785,306
250 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1122 Sq. Ft.	$1,217,577

Address	Redfin Estimate
206 Colgate, Kensington, CA 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1791 Sq. Ft.	$1,185,357
221 Colgate Ave, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1956 Sq. Ft.	$1,612,813

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