Tranquil Retreat in Lower Kensington. Lovely 3BR/2BA home is surrounded by private gardens and patios. On a quiet street, an unassuming fenced exterior opens to a secluded courtyard. The paver patio off the kitchen is the perfect spot for outdoor dining and gathering, surrounded by verdant plantings, the mature apricot tree, and the lovely gurgling waterfall fountain.The living area is open and bright, with a handsome corner fireplace anchoring the space. Gorgeous hardwood floors, an updated kitchen, and sweet sunny breakfast nook provide multiple spaces for relaxed living. Two ample bedrooms and a bath on the entry level. Downstairs has a large bedroom, plus an office or hobby room. There is a separate laundry room with the original built-in ironing board, plus 1 more bath downstairs, which opens to the lower garden. The property backs to East Bay Mud reservoir land below, where you can occasionally see deer. Happily the yard is well fenced! 2-car garage. Just up from Colusa Cir.
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
4,900 sq ftLot Size
$819Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Todd Hodson•DRE #00909437• Red Oak Realty
Listed by Tania Balazs Jacard•DRE #01469906• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Melissa Eizenberg•DRE #01184596• Zip Code East Bay
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40949397
Jun 18, 2021
Sold
$1,386,000
$759/sq ft
May 24, 2021
Pending
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May 11, 2021
Listed
$1,195,000
$655/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40709458
Sep 21, 2015
Sold
$975,000
$534/sq ft
Aug 14, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2015
Listed
$745,000
$408/sq ft
+25
Inviting 3 bed/2 bath home with flowing floor plan and level living space drenched in natural light. Stainless appliances, granite countertops and plenty of cabinet space. Kitchen nook overlooks charming front courtyard.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40336921
Jun 4, 2008
Sold
$750,000
$411/sq ft
May 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Apr 17, 2008
Listed
$749,000
$410/sq ft
+4
One-Of-A-Kind House over 1,800 sq. ft. Open floor plan with welcoming living, outstanding kitchen and peaceful kitchen nook. Bright plus room w/ closet and separate entrance. Absolute paradise of Private yard.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #22028057
Oct 15, 2002
Sold
$557,500
$305/sq ft
Sep 19, 2002
Listing Removed
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Sep 2, 2002
Listed
$565,000
$310/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,110 (+2.1%)
$212,380 + $140,528
$352,908
2024
$5,982 (+1.8%)
$208,216 + $137,773
$345,989
2023
$5,877 (+2.0%)
$204,134 + $135,072
$339,206
2022
$5,763 (−63.0%)
$200,132 + $132,424
$332,556
2021
$15,556 (+4.5%)
$196,208 + $129,828
$326,036
2020
$14,889 (+1.6%)
$862,118 + $204,181
$1,066,299
2019
$14,656 (+3.1%)
$853,279 + $202,088
$1,055,367
2018
$14,220 (+1.6%)
$836,549 + $198,126
$1,034,675
2017
$13,994 (+0.3%)
$804,066 + $190,434
$994,500
2016
$13,950 (+13.9%)
$804,066 + $190,434
$994,500
2015
$12,246 (+4.2%)
$788,300 + $186,700
$975,000
2014
$11,758 (+8.7%)
$677,725 + $125,900
$803,625
2013
$10,817 (+12.2%)
$677,725 + $125,900
$803,625
2012
$9,637 (−3.9%)
$598,768 + $111,232
$710,000
2011
$10,028 (+2.9%)
$558,288 + $103,712
$662,000
2010
$9,749 (+4.0%)
$571,781 + $106,219
$678,000
2009
$9,375 (+13.0%)
$575,997 + $107,003
$683,000
2008
$8,298
$575,997 + $107,003
$683,000
Tax history for 50 Avon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,110 (+2.1%)
$212,380 + $140,528
$352,908
2024
$5,982 (+1.8%)
$208,216 + $137,773
$345,989
2023
$5,877 (+2.0%)
$204,134 + $135,072
$339,206
2022
$5,763 (−63.0%)
$200,132 + $132,424
$332,556
2021
$15,556 (+4.5%)
$196,208 + $129,828
$326,036
2020
$14,889 (+1.6%)
$862,118 + $204,181
$1,066,299
2019
$14,656 (+3.1%)
$853,279 + $202,088
$1,055,367
2018
$14,220 (+1.6%)
$836,549 + $198,126
$1,034,675
2017
$13,994 (+0.3%)
$804,066 + $190,434
$994,500
2016
$13,950 (+13.9%)
$804,066 + $190,434
$994,500
2015
$12,246 (+4.2%)
$788,300 + $186,700
$975,000
2014
$11,758 (+8.7%)
$677,725 + $125,900
$803,625
2013
$10,817 (+12.2%)
$677,725 + $125,900
$803,625
2012
$9,637 (−3.9%)
$598,768 + $111,232
$710,000
2011
$10,028 (+2.9%)
$558,288 + $103,712
$662,000
2010
$9,749 (+4.0%)
$571,781 + $106,219
$678,000
2009
$9,375 (+13.0%)
$575,997 + $107,003
$683,000
2008
$8,298
$575,997 + $107,003
$683,000
*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
4,900 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,825
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5712310027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Dec 10, 2024 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off the existing roof layer and install new composite shingles. A separate electrical permit is required to remove and reinstall solar panels.
Electrical
Roofing
Solar
Jan 27, 2023 • Final
Building - residential mechanical
Install a new furnace.
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, Garage Faces Front, 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: Bonus/Plus Room, Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters
Appliances: Disposal, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Main Entry
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.