MOVE RIGHT IN! Light and Airy, easy one-level living. The perfect floor plan to enjoy city views and stunning sunsets, or head out to your private level garden. Oak plank floors in the public rooms; remodeled kitchen with built-in desk opens directly to the yard. The sun-filled primary bedroom has romantic views of the City while the third bedroom, with its door to the garden, makes a convenient office for those working from home. When you need a break, there’s the nearby Ye Old School Path trail. Parking for your EV is never a problem, with your EV charger in the 2-car garage, and parking for 2 cars in the driveway. Convenient location, just minutes to Kensington Hilltop Elementary School*, Tilden Park, and neighborhood shops in Kensington Village with Young's Market, Inn Kensington restaurant and Ace Hardware. Approximately 15-minutes to UC Berkeley. Many seismic upgrades. Interested parties should verify the school district and availability, as attendance is not guaranteed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
4,000 sq ftLot Size
$1,188Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ann Arriola Plant•DRE #00613099• Red Oak Realty
Listed by Lynn Signorelli•DRE #02021710• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Wanda Tomi Thomas•DRE #01373550• Abio Properties
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40969822
Nov 9, 2021
Sold
$1,425,000
$1,215/sq ft
Oct 13, 2021
Pending
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Oct 6, 2021
Listed
$995,000
$848/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40756016
Oct 7, 2016
Sold
$975,000
$831/sq ft
Sep 16, 2016
Pending
—
Sep 6, 2016
Listed
$795,000
$678/sq ft
Single-level 3BR, 1.5BA Kensington home on a quiet street w/bay views. Updated chef's kitchen opens to dining room & private backyard for perfect indoor/outdoor flow. Attached two-car garage and numerous options for storage. Only minutes to Hilltop School, Kensington shops, Tilden Park & AC Transit!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40001589
Apr 22, 2004
Sold
$630,000
$537/sq ft
Mar 25, 2004
Listing Removed
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Mar 9, 2004
Listed
$559,000
$477/sq ft
Sparkling sun-filled home in Kensington. Views of bay and garden. 3 bedrooms, 1 1/2 baths, 2 car garage. Ready to move in to!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #26112425
Oct 15, 1996
Sold
$261,000
$223/sq ft
Sep 16, 1996
Listing Removed
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Aug 21, 1996
Listed
$269,000
$229/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,936 (+2.3%)
$1,082,432 + $213,516
$1,295,948
2024
$17,529 (+1.9%)
$1,061,208 + $209,330
$1,270,538
2023
$17,204 (−13.6%)
$1,040,400 + $205,226
$1,245,626
2022
$19,918 (+30.8%)
$1,020,000 + $201,202
$1,221,202
2021
$15,232 (+4.5%)
$1,000,000 + $425,000
$1,425,000
2020
$14,577 (+1.6%)
$830,956 + $214,439
$1,045,395
2019
$14,348 (+3.1%)
$822,436 + $212,241
$1,034,677
2018
$13,921 (+1.6%)
$806,310 + $208,080
$1,014,390
2017
$13,699 (+24.5%)
$775,000 + $200,000
$975,000
2016
$11,007 (+9.6%)
$775,000 + $200,000
$975,000
2015
$10,042 (+3.5%)
$550,000 + $200,000
$750,000
2014
$9,698 (+14.0%)
$463,667 + $166,333
$630,000
2013
$8,504 (+13.4%)
$463,667 + $166,333
$630,000
2012
$7,499 (−3.0%)
$401,108 + $143,892
$545,000
2011
$7,729 (−11.3%)
$368,357 + $132,143
$500,500
2010
$8,709 (+15.4%)
$379,396 + $136,104
$515,500
2009
$7,549 (−14.4%)
$454,466 + $163,034
$617,500
2008
$8,822
$401,844 + $144,156
$546,000
Tax history for 295 Colgate Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,936 (+2.3%)
$1,082,432 + $213,516
$1,295,948
2024
$17,529 (+1.9%)
$1,061,208 + $209,330
$1,270,538
2023
$17,204 (−13.6%)
$1,040,400 + $205,226
$1,245,626
2022
$19,918 (+30.8%)
$1,020,000 + $201,202
$1,221,202
2021
$15,232 (+4.5%)
$1,000,000 + $425,000
$1,425,000
2020
$14,577 (+1.6%)
$830,956 + $214,439
$1,045,395
2019
$14,348 (+3.1%)
$822,436 + $212,241
$1,034,677
2018
$13,921 (+1.6%)
$806,310 + $208,080
$1,014,390
2017
$13,699 (+24.5%)
$775,000 + $200,000
$975,000
2016
$11,007 (+9.6%)
$775,000 + $200,000
$975,000
2015
$10,042 (+3.5%)
$550,000 + $200,000
$750,000
2014
$9,698 (+14.0%)
$463,667 + $166,333
$630,000
2013
$8,504 (+13.4%)
$463,667 + $166,333
$630,000
2012
$7,499 (−3.0%)
$401,108 + $143,892
$545,000
2011
$7,729 (−11.3%)
$368,357 + $132,143
$500,500
2010
$8,709 (+15.4%)
$379,396 + $136,104
$515,500
2009
$7,549 (−14.4%)
$454,466 + $163,034
$617,500
2008
$8,822
$401,844 + $144,156
$546,000
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,154
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5702030098
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jan 25, 2024 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
HVAC
Jan 25, 2024 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Add a new electrical circuit for a heat pump.
Electrical
Heat pump
HVAC
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: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Workshop in Garage, Enclosed, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.