Fresh modern-feeling SMART Home with stunning bay and city views, gorgeous outdoor space, and updates galore- it checks all the boxes on your list! Mid-century beauty in the sweet spot-between Kensington Village shops and Colusa circle-for easy access to dining, shopping, farmers market, parks & transportation. The beautiful and spacious home has a fab yard, views & charm- PLUS wired smart features, updates, retrofitting, efficient heat AND A/C! The split level floor plan offers exceptional flow for flexible living, working, entertaining-you'll love the light and airy rooms, and access to the incredible hardscape/landscaped backyard, with its patios, lawn, veggie beds and seating. Enjoy the outdoors, dine, garden, play- live the California Lifestyle. Drink in dramatic sunsets and sweeping views of the bay, city and horizon while you cozy up in front of the fireplace. Imagine lively parties flowing between the bright kitchen, open living/dining/seating areas and out to the patio. 2 car garage w/ interior access holds the laundry area & tons of storage. Cool curb appeal with the glass garage door and stunning terraced front yard welcome you home! Minutes to Plaza, Solano, BART, SF Bus, parks & more. Open Sat. & Sun. 2-4pm
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
5,702 sq ftLot Size
$1,113Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by • Red Oak Realty
•510-527-9111 (broker)
Bought with Tamara Sorensen•DRE #DRE #01270802• Vanguard Properties
Nicely maintained Kensignton home with partial views. The layout feels a bit more open than other homes from the 50's.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Nicholas Johnson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 539 Coventry
Date
Event
Price
San Francisco MLS #41022183
Apr 18, 2023
Sold
$1,651,000
$1,027/sq ft
Mar 22, 2023
Listed
$1,295,000
$806/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 13, 2019
Sold
$1,100,000
$685/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,212 (+1.3%)
$1,475,079 + $276,974
$1,752,053
2025
$23,900 (+2.4%)
$1,475,079 + $276,974
$1,752,053
2024
$23,351 (+41.6%)
$1,446,156 + $271,544
$1,717,700
2023
$16,491 (+1.4%)
$1,417,800 + $266,220
$1,684,020
2022
$16,264 (+0.3%)
$893,501 + $262,793
$1,156,294
2021
$16,212 (+4.5%)
$875,982 + $257,641
$1,133,623
2020
$15,516 (+26.9%)
$858,806 + $252,590
$1,111,396
2019
$12,226 (+3.5%)
$850,000 + $250,000
$1,100,000
2018
$11,810 (+1.6%)
$647,619 + $188,394
$836,013
2017
$11,620 (+0.4%)
$622,472 + $181,079
$803,551
2016
$11,579 (−0.3%)
$622,472 + $181,079
$803,551
2015
$11,618 (+1.3%)
$610,267 + $177,529
$787,796
2014
$11,466 (+5.1%)
$589,327 + $171,438
$760,765
2013
$10,910 (+5.8%)
$589,327 + $171,438
$760,765
2012
$10,313 (+7.3%)
$561,621 + $163,379
$725,000
2011
$9,615 (−5.0%)
$561,621 + $163,379
$725,000
2010
$10,126 (+2.7%)
$506,233 + $147,267
$653,500
2009
$9,857 (+414.0%)
$559,670 + $162,813
$722,483
2008
$1,918
$561,000 + $163,200
$724,200
Tax history for 539 Coventry
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$24,212 (+1.3%)
$1,475,079 + $276,974
$1,752,053
2025
$23,900 (+2.4%)
$1,475,079 + $276,974
$1,752,053
2024
$23,351 (+41.6%)
$1,446,156 + $271,544
$1,717,700
2023
$16,491 (+1.4%)
$1,417,800 + $266,220
$1,684,020
2022
$16,264 (+0.3%)
$893,501 + $262,793
$1,156,294
2021
$16,212 (+4.5%)
$875,982 + $257,641
$1,133,623
2020
$15,516 (+26.9%)
$858,806 + $252,590
$1,111,396
2019
$12,226 (+3.5%)
$850,000 + $250,000
$1,100,000
2018
$11,810 (+1.6%)
$647,619 + $188,394
$836,013
2017
$11,620 (+0.4%)
$622,472 + $181,079
$803,551
2016
$11,579 (−0.3%)
$622,472 + $181,079
$803,551
2015
$11,618 (+1.3%)
$610,267 + $177,529
$787,796
2014
$11,466 (+5.1%)
$589,327 + $171,438
$760,765
2013
$10,910 (+5.8%)
$589,327 + $171,438
$760,765
2012
$10,313 (+7.3%)
$561,621 + $163,379
$725,000
2011
$9,615 (−5.0%)
$561,621 + $163,379
$725,000
2010
$10,126 (+2.7%)
$506,233 + $147,267
$653,500
2009
$9,857 (+414.0%)
$559,670 + $162,813
$722,483
2008
$1,918
$561,000 + $163,200
$724,200
*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
5,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1965
Sq. Ft.
1,607
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5711700160
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 30, 2026.
Apr 25, 2025 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Tear off and replace the roof with a torch down system.
Roofing
Apr 6, 2023 • Final
Building - residential plumbing
Install an automatic gas shutoff valve.
Gas
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
Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Other
# of Covered Spaces: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 2
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
Laundry Features: In Garage
Has Heating
Heating: Zoned
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Dryer, Washer
Exterior
Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Building Information
Living Area: 1607
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Building Area Total: 1607
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Levels: Multi/Split
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Wood Siding
Architectural Style: Other
Year Built: 1958
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Foundation Details: Other
Mobile Home Information
Mobile Dim Units: Feet
Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Property Information
Property Condition: Original
Lot Information
Lot Features: Garden, Other
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 5702.004
Lot Size Acres: 0.1309
Lot Size Area: 5702.004
Lot Size Units: SqFt
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Elevation: 0
Elevation Units: Feet
Zoning Description: Other
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Kensington Circl
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,607
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,700 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1965
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5711700160
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 • 0.9mi
10/10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
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
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$1.70M – $2.06M
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