Looking for a gracious setting? See this sparkling 1925 home featuring a magical back garden reminiscent of an expansive English estate. Enjoy a game of croquet and badminton. Admire the wonderful details inside: coffered ceiling in liv.rm & dining rm, 10" base boards, wood-burning fireplace.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
7,350 sq ftLot Size
1 car garageParking
Listed by Caroline Slotemaker-de-bruine•DRE #00682034• BHG RE Reliance Partners
Listed by Ronald Cadigal•DRE #01403766• BHG RE Reliance Partners
Bought with Darrell Hoh•DRE #00981094• Red Oak Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40186671
Aug 11, 2006
Sold
$875,000
Jul 28, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Jul 26, 2006
Contingent
—
Jul 12, 2006
Listed
$875,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,906 (+2.3%)
$864,358 + $333,573
$1,197,931
2024
$16,520 (+1.9%)
$847,410 + $327,033
$1,174,443
2023
$16,212 (+1.4%)
$830,795 + $320,621
$1,151,416
2022
$15,989 (+0.3%)
$814,505 + $314,335
$1,128,840
2021
$15,939 (+4.5%)
$798,535 + $308,172
$1,106,707
2020
$15,255 (+3.9%)
$782,878 + $302,130
$1,085,008
2019
$14,686 (+8.5%)
$774,851 + $299,033
$1,073,884
2018
$13,532 (+4.7%)
$741,022 + $285,978
$1,027,000
2017
$12,921 (+9.3%)
$675,000 + $225,000
$900,000
2016
$11,818 (+14.9%)
$675,000 + $225,000
$900,000
2015
$10,281 (+4.7%)
$575,000 + $225,000
$800,000
2014
$9,815 (+17.4%)
$454,570 + $175,430
$630,000
2013
$8,357 (+10.9%)
$454,570 + $175,430
$630,000
2012
$7,535 (−24.9%)
$378,808 + $146,192
$525,000
2011
$10,030 (+11.7%)
$356,801 + $137,699
$494,500
2010
$8,982 (−7.3%)
$490,646 + $189,354
$680,000
2009
$9,692 (−5.7%)
$448,797 + $173,203
$622,000
2008
$10,283
$507,963 + $196,037
$704,000
Tax history for 42 Ardmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,906 (+2.3%)
$864,358 + $333,573
$1,197,931
2024
$16,520 (+1.9%)
$847,410 + $327,033
$1,174,443
2023
$16,212 (+1.4%)
$830,795 + $320,621
$1,151,416
2022
$15,989 (+0.3%)
$814,505 + $314,335
$1,128,840
2021
$15,939 (+4.5%)
$798,535 + $308,172
$1,106,707
2020
$15,255 (+3.9%)
$782,878 + $302,130
$1,085,008
2019
$14,686 (+8.5%)
$774,851 + $299,033
$1,073,884
2018
$13,532 (+4.7%)
$741,022 + $285,978
$1,027,000
2017
$12,921 (+9.3%)
$675,000 + $225,000
$900,000
2016
$11,818 (+14.9%)
$675,000 + $225,000
$900,000
2015
$10,281 (+4.7%)
$575,000 + $225,000
$800,000
2014
$9,815 (+17.4%)
$454,570 + $175,430
$630,000
2013
$8,357 (+10.9%)
$454,570 + $175,430
$630,000
2012
$7,535 (−24.9%)
$378,808 + $146,192
$525,000
2011
$10,030 (+11.7%)
$356,801 + $137,699
$494,500
2010
$8,982 (−7.3%)
$490,646 + $189,354
$680,000
2009
$9,692 (−5.7%)
$448,797 + $173,203
$622,000
2008
$10,283
$507,963 + $196,037
$704,000
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,350 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,369
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5711000058
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Nov 6, 2018 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Remove the existing tar and gravel roof and install a new composition shingle roof with a double layer of felt.
Roofing
Jul 14, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Replace windows in their existing sizes and locations. Perform stucco repairs at the parapet.
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower
Interior Features
Interior Features: Au Pair, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office, Storage, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Basement, In Garage, Washer
Upper Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Laundry Facility, No Steps to Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Concrete, Hardwood, Vinyl, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Counter - Laminate,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven
Rooms Total: 8
Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
Basement: Full
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Foundation Details: Slab
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side, Storage
Mobile Home Information
Model: Traditional
Property Information
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1925
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 7350
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Features: Level, Premium Lot, Regular
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Sump Pump, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Location
School Information
High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,369
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,350 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5711000058
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 • 1.7mi
5/10
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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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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
$1.47M – $1.78M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2006. This data may not match public records. Learn more.