An exceptional Kensington Hills hm set on a luch and peaceful court with views of the bay. A perfect retreat for busy people and a great home for entertaining. Beautifully remodeled gourmet kitchen. Walk to shops!
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
5,600 sq ftLot Size
$983Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Todd Hodson•DRE #00909437• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Nancy Lee Noman• TEMPLETON LEVERETTE COMPANY
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #20021077
Jul 5, 2000
Sold
$652,000
$381/sq ft
Jun 1, 2000
Listed
$489,000
$285/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 1991
Sold
$324,000
$189/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,375 (+2.3%)
$614,785 + $387,308
$1,002,093
2024
$14,048 (+1.9%)
$602,731 + $379,714
$982,445
2023
$13,785 (+1.5%)
$590,913 + $372,269
$963,182
2022
$13,585 (+0.4%)
$579,327 + $364,970
$944,297
2021
$13,531 (+4.5%)
$567,968 + $357,814
$925,782
2020
$12,953 (+1.6%)
$556,832 + $350,799
$907,631
2019
$12,752 (+3.0%)
$551,123 + $347,202
$898,325
2018
$12,378 (+1.6%)
$540,317 + $340,395
$880,712
2017
$12,182 (+0.4%)
$519,337 + $327,178
$846,515
2016
$12,137 (+8.3%)
$519,337 + $327,178
$846,515
2015
$11,212 (+3.1%)
$509,154 + $320,763
$829,917
2014
$10,872 (+19.7%)
$438,653 + $276,347
$715,000
2013
$9,080 (+15.2%)
$438,653 + $276,347
$715,000
2012
$7,883 (−22.0%)
$358,898 + $226,102
$585,000
2011
$10,111 (+3.6%)
$323,621 + $203,879
$527,500
2010
$9,764 (+2.1%)
$429,450 + $270,550
$700,000
2009
$9,566 (−0.6%)
$429,450 + $270,550
$700,000
2008
$9,621
$434,051 + $273,449
$707,500
Tax history for 97 Ardmore Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,375 (+2.3%)
$614,785 + $387,308
$1,002,093
2024
$14,048 (+1.9%)
$602,731 + $379,714
$982,445
2023
$13,785 (+1.5%)
$590,913 + $372,269
$963,182
2022
$13,585 (+0.4%)
$579,327 + $364,970
$944,297
2021
$13,531 (+4.5%)
$567,968 + $357,814
$925,782
2020
$12,953 (+1.6%)
$556,832 + $350,799
$907,631
2019
$12,752 (+3.0%)
$551,123 + $347,202
$898,325
2018
$12,378 (+1.6%)
$540,317 + $340,395
$880,712
2017
$12,182 (+0.4%)
$519,337 + $327,178
$846,515
2016
$12,137 (+8.3%)
$519,337 + $327,178
$846,515
2015
$11,212 (+3.1%)
$509,154 + $320,763
$829,917
2014
$10,872 (+19.7%)
$438,653 + $276,347
$715,000
2013
$9,080 (+15.2%)
$438,653 + $276,347
$715,000
2012
$7,883 (−22.0%)
$358,898 + $226,102
$585,000
2011
$10,111 (+3.6%)
$323,621 + $203,879
$527,500
2010
$9,764 (+2.1%)
$429,450 + $270,550
$700,000
2009
$9,566 (−0.6%)
$429,450 + $270,550
$700,000
2008
$9,621
$434,051 + $273,449
$707,500
*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
5,600 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1941
Sq. Ft.
1,713
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5711200088
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Jan 17, 2012 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Remodel a master bathroom.
Bathroom
Remodel
Apr 2, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/al/alteration
Perform a voluntary seismic upgrade and foundation repair according to the project plans.
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, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Stall Shower
Interior Features
Interior Features: Formal Dining Room, Utility Room, Workshop, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet,Counter - Stone,Dishwasher,Eat In Kitchen,Garbage Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Island,Pantry,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen,Other
Rooms Total: 6
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Stucco
Building Area Total: 1,713
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1713
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1936
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 5600
Lot Size Area: 0.13
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.13
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Zoning: R-6
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
School Information
High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,713
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,600 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1926
Year Renovated: 1941
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5711200088
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 • 0.7mi
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
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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
$1.60M – $1.94M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2000. This data may not match public records. Learn more.