Off market sep 2024 for $1.1M

$1,335,320

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,119/mo

•

1,222

sq ft

237 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

About this home

Vintage charm meets stylish updates in this ideally located Kensington Mediterranean with fabulous view! A small entry foyer welcomes visitors into the vaulted living room with a big view window overlooking the Golden Gate Bridge and a cozy space with a wood burning fireplace that opens to the dining room. The sunny and freshly renovated eat-in kitchen has brand new appliances, countertops and opens to the outdoor patio, seating area and romantic gardens. Two well-proportioned bedrooms, an adjacent office or nursery and a gracious full bath, round out the main floor. A detached cottage for use as an office or guest space sits comfortably at the end of the driveway and presents an ideal ADU opportunity. Make all of your gardening dreams come true in the level yard, or simply relax at the end of the day and enjoy the birds and butterflies. A long 2-car driveway and spacious basement with exterior access offers plenty of space for parking and storage. Located within a short distance from Kensington shops and restaurants, public transportation, parks, schools, the great outdoors and the SF commute!

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

5,100 sq ftLot Size

$1,093Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Anja Plowright •DRE #01351797 • The Grubb Co. Inc.

Bought with Perry Riani •DRE #01402540 • Compass

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41068823

Redfin Estimate

$1,335,320

$215K since sold in September 2024$10K since September

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This home's estimate is 1.2% higher than the average sale price ($1.32M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,210,000
A
2 beds1 bath1,285 sq ft
231 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$800,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,588 sq ft
11 Edgecroft Rd, Kensington, CA 94707
SOLD JUN 12, 2026
$1,200,000
C
2 beds1.5 baths1,505 sq ft
178 Ardmore Rd, Kensington, CA 94707
SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$1,805,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,452 sq ft
54 Colorado Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$1,250,000
E
2 beds1.5 baths1,070 sq ft
71 Norwood Ave, Kensington, CA 94707
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$1,650,000
F
3 beds1 bath1,636 sq ft
282 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Kensington, CA 94708

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$3,951/mo

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Market trends in 94708, CA

Last updated September 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

New listings for sale

$1,550,000
3 beds2 baths1,394 sq ft
1188 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94708
Pinnacle Realty Advisors, Pinnacle Realty Advisors
$1,695,000
5 beds4 baths3,184 sq ft
249 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
OPEN SAT, 2PM TO 4PM
$1,298,000
3 beds3 baths2,127 sq ft
752 Grizzly Peak Blvd, Berkeley, CA 94708
3D WALKTHROUGH
$1,195,000
3 beds2 baths1,952 sq ft
1160 Glen Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
(415) 378-3120
$995,000
3 beds1.5 baths1,527 sq ft
612 Vistamont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94708
(415) 535-2550
HOT HOME
$1,295,000
4 beds2 baths2,159 sq ft
1394 Queens Rd, Berkeley, CA 94708
HOT HOME
$1,088,000
2 beds3 baths1,625 sq ft
141 Fairlawn Dr, Berkeley, CA 94708
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Redfin agents who toured

2 bedroom home in the Kensington hills with a bonus space off one of the bedrooms, and a garage that has been converted. Laundry in basement that is accessed from the side. Wide lot with extra yard space and off street parking for 2-3 cars.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Katy Polvorosa
Redfin Premier agent • Principal Agent
Spacious home featuring a converted garage for the 3rd bedroom; washer and dryer located in the basement.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Cody Luther
Redfin Principal agent

Sale history for 237 Amherst Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,106 (+115.1%)

$979,200 + $163,200

$1,142,400

2024

$7,487 (+1.9%)

$960,000 + $160,000

$1,120,000

2023

$7,348 (+0.6%)

$359,923 + $93,136

$453,059

2022

$7,304 (+0.8%)

$352,866 + $91,310

$444,176

2021

$7,245 (+4.3%)

$345,948 + $89,520

$435,468

2020

$6,943 (+1.4%)

$339,165 + $87,765

$426,930

2019

$6,844 (+2.6%)

$335,688 + $86,866

$422,554

2018

$6,673 (+1.5%)

$329,106 + $85,163

$414,269

2017

$6,574 (+0.5%)

$316,327 + $81,857

$398,184

2016

$6,538 (−0.2%)

$316,327 + $81,857

$398,184

2015

$6,549 (+1.4%)

$310,125 + $80,252

$390,377

2014

$6,457 (+1.3%)

$299,484 + $77,499

$376,983

2013

$6,374 (+7.1%)

$299,484 + $77,499

$376,983

2012

$5,955 (−0.5%)

$298,131 + $77,149

$375,280

2011

$5,982 (+5.5%)

$292,286 + $75,637

$367,923

2010

$5,670 (+5.2%)

$286,555 + $74,154

$360,709

2009

$5,391 (+5.3%)

$284,414 + $73,600

$358,014

2008

$5,119

$285,090 + $73,775

$358,865

Tax history for 237 Amherst Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$16,106 (+115.1%)

$979,200 + $163,200

$1,142,400

2024

$7,487 (+1.9%)

$960,000 + $160,000

$1,120,000

2023

$7,348 (+0.6%)

$359,923 + $93,136

$453,059

2022

$7,304 (+0.8%)

$352,866 + $91,310

$444,176

2021

$7,245 (+4.3%)

$345,948 + $89,520

$435,468

2020

$6,943 (+1.4%)

$339,165 + $87,765

$426,930

2019

$6,844 (+2.6%)

$335,688 + $86,866

$422,554

2018

$6,673 (+1.5%)

$329,106 + $85,163

$414,269

2017

$6,574 (+0.5%)

$316,327 + $81,857

$398,184

2016

$6,538 (−0.2%)

$316,327 + $81,857

$398,184

2015

$6,549 (+1.4%)

$310,125 + $80,252

$390,377

2014

$6,457 (+1.3%)

$299,484 + $77,499

$376,983

2013

$6,374 (+7.1%)

$299,484 + $77,499

$376,983

2012

$5,955 (−0.5%)

$298,131 + $77,149

$375,280

2011

$5,982 (+5.5%)

$292,286 + $75,637

$367,923

2010

$5,670 (+5.2%)

$286,555 + $74,154

$360,709

2009

$5,391 (+5.3%)

$284,414 + $73,600

$358,014

2008

$5,119

$285,090 + $73,775

$358,865

*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

5,100 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1940

Sq. Ft.

1,222

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

5700710071

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.

Sep 5, 2025 • Final

Building - residential foundation repair

Perform a seismic retrofit in accordance with the existing building code and engineered plans.

Remodel

Jun 4, 2025 • Active

Building/residential/al/alteration

Remodel a kitchen with a similar layout. Demolish and replace countertops, cabinets, backsplash, appliances, and electrical receptacles. Install new recessed lighting and a new electrical subpanel.

Electrical

Kitchen

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
Parking Features: Off Street, Parking Spaces, Tandem

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile

Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Family Room, Office, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood

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

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,222

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Fencing: Fenced
Roof: Shingle

Mobile Home Information
Model: Meditteranean

Property Information
Living Area: 1222
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1925

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5100
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Features: Regular

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,222
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,100 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5700710071

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Kensington Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi

5/10

El Cerrito Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

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

0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 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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Estimated sale price

$1.27M – $1.54M

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Home values near 237 Amherst Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
235 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,360,328
246 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3645 Sq. Ft.	$2,420,972

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247 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1368 Sq. Ft.	$1,415,563
226 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2913 Sq. Ft.	$2,083,995

Address	Redfin Estimate
225 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2217 Sq. Ft.	$1,737,657
244 Amherst Ave, Kensington, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3208 Sq. Ft.	$2,236,536

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