Gorgeous 1964 Tri-Level Mid-Century Modern on a wooded Kensington cul-de-sac now has a fresh new look! Peek of bay & bridge. Wrap around windows & floor to ceiling sliding glass doors fill top & mid levels with an abundance of natural light & tranquil green canyon & creekside views. Upper & lower decks; dining or family room includes built in storage & large closet; remotely controlled gas fireplace; kitchen & living room skylights; efficient U-shaped kitchen design with a pass-through window OPEN SUN 5/28 2-4:30PM Half bath at top level; full bath at mid level Bedrooms with large closets at mid & bottom levels; built-in desks; off street parking; easy access to Bus, El Cerrito Plaza BART and Solano Avenue, Colusa Circle & El Cerrito Plaza shops & dining.
Single-familyProperty Type
1964Year Built
5,400 sq ftLot Size
$835Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ira Serkes•DRE #00936453• Compass
Listed by Carol Serkes•DRE #01143916• Compass
Bought with Elisa Audo-beliov•DRE #01974092• Compass
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40781575
Jun 12, 2017
Sold
$1,090,000
$639/sq ft
Jun 12, 2017
Sold
$1,090,000
$639/sq ft
May 31, 2017
Pending
—
May 16, 2017
Listed
$900,000
$528/sq ft
May 16, 2017
Listed
$900,000
$528/sq ft
Gorgeous 1964 Tri-Level Mid-Century Modern on a wooded Kensington cul-de-sac now has a fresh new look! Peek of bay & bridge. Wrap around windows & floor to ceiling sliding glass doors fill top & mid levels with an abundance of natural light & tranquil green canyon & creekside views. Upper & lower decks; dining or family room includes built in storage & large closet; remotely controlled gas fireplace; kitchen & living room skylights; efficient U-shaped kitchen design with a pass-through window OPEN SUN 5/28 2-4:30PM Half bath at top level; full bath at mid level Bedrooms with large closets at mid & bottom levels; built-in desks; off street parking; easy access to Bus, El Cerrito Plaza BART and Solano Avenue, Colusa Circle & El Cerrito Plaza shops & dining.
Public Records
Apr 25, 1972
Sold
$35,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,258 (+2.3%)
$920,494 + $390,540
$1,311,034
2024
$17,839 (+1.9%)
$902,446 + $382,883
$1,285,329
2023
$17,505 (+1.4%)
$884,751 + $375,376
$1,260,127
2022
$17,267 (+1.8%)
$867,403 + $368,016
$1,235,419
2021
$16,969 (+4.9%)
$850,396 + $360,800
$1,211,196
2020
$16,175 (+1.1%)
$825,595 + $343,104
$1,168,699
2019
$15,993 (+2.6%)
$817,130 + $339,586
$1,156,716
2018
$15,587 (+547.8%)
$801,108 + $332,928
$1,134,036
2017
$2,406 (+1.4%)
$30,174 + $46,448
$76,622
2016
$2,373 (+0.5%)
$30,174 + $46,448
$76,622
2015
$2,362 (+1.9%)
$29,583 + $45,538
$75,121
2014
$2,317 (+2.0%)
$28,569 + $43,976
$72,545
2013
$2,272 (+5.1%)
$28,569 + $43,976
$72,545
2012
$2,163 (−1.3%)
$28,440 + $43,778
$72,218
2011
$2,191 (+2.9%)
$27,883 + $42,920
$70,803
2010
$2,128 (+15.6%)
$27,337 + $42,079
$69,416
2009
$1,841 (+1.3%)
$27,133 + $41,765
$68,898
2008
$1,818
$27,198 + $41,865
$69,063
Tax history for 298 Lexington Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,258 (+2.3%)
$920,494 + $390,540
$1,311,034
2024
$17,839 (+1.9%)
$902,446 + $382,883
$1,285,329
2023
$17,505 (+1.4%)
$884,751 + $375,376
$1,260,127
2022
$17,267 (+1.8%)
$867,403 + $368,016
$1,235,419
2021
$16,969 (+4.9%)
$850,396 + $360,800
$1,211,196
2020
$16,175 (+1.1%)
$825,595 + $343,104
$1,168,699
2019
$15,993 (+2.6%)
$817,130 + $339,586
$1,156,716
2018
$15,587 (+547.8%)
$801,108 + $332,928
$1,134,036
2017
$2,406 (+1.4%)
$30,174 + $46,448
$76,622
2016
$2,373 (+0.5%)
$30,174 + $46,448
$76,622
2015
$2,362 (+1.9%)
$29,583 + $45,538
$75,121
2014
$2,317 (+2.0%)
$28,569 + $43,976
$72,545
2013
$2,272 (+5.1%)
$28,569 + $43,976
$72,545
2012
$2,163 (−1.3%)
$28,440 + $43,778
$72,218
2011
$2,191 (+2.9%)
$27,883 + $42,920
$70,803
2010
$2,128 (+15.6%)
$27,337 + $42,079
$69,416
2009
$1,841 (+1.3%)
$27,133 + $41,765
$68,898
2008
$1,818
$27,198 + $41,865
$69,063
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1974
Sq. Ft.
1,742
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5712400190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Apr 29, 2024 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Install a new heat pump and air handler. A HERS report may be required at the final inspection.
HVAC
Mar 25, 2024 • Final
Residential mechanical-electrical-plumbing combo
Replace and relocate a tankless water heater to the exterior of the home. Install a dedicated electrical circuit from the panel to the water heater.
Electrical
Plumbing
Water heater
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
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: No Additional Rooms, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Disposal, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
Upper Level Features: 0.5 Bath, No Steps to Entry, Main Entry
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Electric Range/Cooktop,Garbage Disposal,Refrigerator,Skylight(s)
Rooms Total: 7
Fireplace Features: Gas, Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,705
Builder Name: Contemporary
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Mobile Home Information
Model: Mid Century Modern
Property Information
Living Area: 1705
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1964
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5400
Lot Size Area: 0.12
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Features: Sloped Down
Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,742
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1964
Year Renovated: 1974
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5712400190
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kensington Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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
0.46% 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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Historical weather
Kensington, CA • 94707
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Sun exposure
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.
11.1 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.35M – $1.64M
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