SOLD JUL 15, 2026

Sold on jul 2026

$1,100,000

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1,459

sq ft

287 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

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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!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

4,000 sq ftLot Size

$754Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Jaima Roberts •DRE #01152028 • BHG RE Reliance Partners

Listed by Linda Lipscomb •DRE #01400675 • BHG RE Reliance Partners

Bought with Paul Besse •DRE #02203376 • Compass

Bought with Jennifer Siem-oldham •DRE #01325650 • Compass

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•Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41137742

Redfin Estimate

$1,399,121

$299K since sold in July 2026$61K since September

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This home's estimate is 6.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.49M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD MAR 24, 2026
$1,400,000
A
2 beds2 baths1,487 sq ft
265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$1,910,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,805 sq ft
218 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD JUN 16, 2026
$1,410,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,702 sq ft
335 Vermont Ave, Berkeley, CA 94707
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN DEC 31, 2025
$1,600,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,473 sq ft
207 Cambridge Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$1,210,000
E
2 beds1 bath1,285 sq ft
231 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
SOLD MAY 19, 2026
$1,410,000
F
2 beds2 baths1,316 sq ft
37 Kenyon Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

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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

132.8%

+2.3% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$51K MoM

Avg. days on market

14d

1 days MoM

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3 MoM

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Est. $4,627 per month, based on comparable rentals

Sale and tax history for 287 Purdue Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$5,634 (+2.1%)

$189,670 + $127,526

$317,196

2024

$5,517 (+1.8%)

$185,951 + $125,026

$310,977

2023

$5,420 (+2.1%)

$182,305 + $122,575

$304,880

2022

$5,310 (+1.1%)

$178,731 + $120,172

$298,903

2021

$5,250 (+4.3%)

$175,227 + $117,816

$293,043

2020

$5,035 (+1.3%)

$171,792 + $115,506

$287,298

2019

$4,969 (+2.2%)

$170,031 + $114,322

$284,353

2018

$4,863 (+1.4%)

$166,698 + $112,081

$278,779

2017

$4,794 (+3.9%)

$160,226 + $107,730

$267,956

2016

$4,615

$160,226 + $107,730

$267,956

2015

$4,618 (+0.5%)

$157,085 + $94,344

$251,429

2014

$4,597 (+1.5%)

$151,696 + $91,107

$242,803

2013

$4,531 (+6.6%)

$151,696 + $91,107

$242,803

2012

$4,251 (−0.6%)

$151,011 + $90,696

$241,707

2011

$4,278 (+3.7%)

$148,050 + $88,918

$236,968

2010

$4,125 (+7.3%)

$145,148 + $87,175

$232,323

2009

$3,843 (+4.4%)

$144,064 + $86,524

$230,588

2008

$3,681

$144,407 + $86,730

$231,137

Public record

Public record
Permits

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

4,000 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

1965

Sq. Ft.

1,459

Year built

1940

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Contra Costa County

APN

5702010041

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.

Jan 5, 2023 • Final

Building - residential electrical

Electrical

Ev charger

Nov 19, 2021 • Final

Building - residential electrical

Install an alternating current battery storage system.

Battery

Electrical

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Parking Spaces, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Deck, Garage Door Opener

Interior

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Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Bidet, Stall Shower, Updated Baths, Dual Flush Toilet
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Bidet, Skylight(s), Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Dual Flush Toilet, Window

Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer, Cabinets, Electric, In Kitchen
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
Window Features: Double Pane Windows, Bay Window(s), Greenhouse Window(s), Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Breakfast Nook,Counter - Solid Surface,Dishwasher,Eat-in Kitchen,Gas Range/Cooktop,Kitchen Island,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 6
Room Type: Dining Area
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Basement: Crawl Space

Exterior

Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,459
Foundation Details: Raised

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Front Porch, Porch, Porch Steps
Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
Fencing: Partial Fence, Front Yard, Wood

Property Information
Living Area: 1459
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1940

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 4000
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Level, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped

Utilities

Green Features Information
Green Energy Generation: Solar, Solar Power On Grid
Green Energy Efficient: Insulation - Floor, Water Heater

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned, 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Heat Pump, Solar, Central, Heat Pump-Air
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump

Location

School Information
High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,459
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5702010041

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026

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Schools

Kensington Elementary School

Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi

10/10

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi

5/10

El Cerrito Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

7/10

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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, 14 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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Historical weather

Kensington, CA • 94708

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Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

80/ 100

Very good sunlight

Sunscore

There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

9.3 hrs

5.7 hrs

JuneDecember

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Estimated sale price

$1.33M – $1.61M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
261 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1016 Sq. Ft.	$963,777
269 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1067 Sq. Ft.	$1,122,750

Address	Redfin Estimate
290 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1408 Sq. Ft.	$967,509
276 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2216 Sq. Ft.	$1,629,911

Address	Redfin Estimate
265 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1487 Sq. Ft.	$1,454,030
272 Purdue Avenue, Kensington, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$1,277,962

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