Incredible value! This updated 1936 home has been expanded and improved over time by the same family over generations. This home exudes the warmest, coziest feel, and retains its sweet character. From the exterior one would not expect how unbelievably spacious it is. A truly versatile floor plan. The upper level has four bedrooms and two baths. The principal suite was designed by recognized archit. Walter Thomas Brooks, known for his use of natural materials that blend beautifully into the landscape. The lower level has a sep. efficiency kitch. full bath, lg rumpus rm, bedroom, & laundry rm. (+Separate entrance) Multiple balconies and a spacious deck connect you to the out-of-doors and large rustic private garden. Surrounded by nature yet located on a rural street halfway between Colusa Circle and Village shops. Minutes to Berkeley, CAL, and BART. Public transportation is blocks away. Located in Desirable Kensington Hilltop Sch. zone
*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
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1951
Sq. Ft.
2,559
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5712210011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Aug 1, 2014 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Replace the electrical service entry conduit.
Electrical
Apr 14, 2011 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Upgrade the electrical service.
Electrical
Electric meter
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Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Information
Parking Features: No Garage
# of Covered Spaces: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 3
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Inside Room
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Zoned
Cooling: None
Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop
Rooms Information
Basement: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Building Information
Living Area: 2748
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Total: 2748
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Is New Construction
Construction Materials: Stone
Year Built: 1936
Mobile Home Information
Mobile Dim Units: Feet
Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Property Information
Property Condition: New Construction
Lot Information
Lot Features: Garden, Other
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 7801.596
Lot Size Acres: 0.1791
Lot Size Area: 7801.596
Lot Size Units: SqFt
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Elevation: 0
Elevation Units: Feet
Zoning Description: Not Mapped
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0
School Information
Elementary School District: Contra Costa
Middle Or Junior School District: Contra Costa
High School District: Contra Costa
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Colusa Circle
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,559
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1936
Year Renovated: 1951
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5712210011
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 30, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Kensington Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.6mi
5/10
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
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
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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.
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Estimated sale price
$1.91M – $2.31M
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