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Sold on 09/25/2023
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51 Arlington Ave, Kensington, CA 94707

  • $1,506,000

    Last sold 09/25/2023 for $1.8M

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,908

    Sqft ($944/Sqft)

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About 51 Arlington Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1947
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 7,770 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
This exquisite 1947 home boasts an ideal layout on one-level, and is located moments from Kensington’s beloved library, park, and Blake Gardens. The spacious living room is flanked by large windows and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling gas fireplace makes this an elegant and cozy hub for homeowners and guests. With a seamless transition into a dining area with glass doors that enter onto the curated gardens, the home enjoys indoor-outdoor living with views of the Golden Gate bridge and San Francisco. The kitchen was beautifully remodeled in 2005 with stainless steel appliances and granite countertops. This home offers three large bedrooms with beautiful views, generous closets, and the owner’s suite features a full en-suite bathroom. Downstairs, a grand two-car garage with ample storage and workshop is a perfect place for hobby crafters. With many improvements and renovations, this home has been well-cared for in its lifetime. Solar panels, a 2008 roof, remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, thoughtful hardscaping and landscaping, and much more! Ideally located in highly coveted Kensington and nearby neighborhood favorites such as Kensington Park and Library, Blake Gardens, and easy access to public transportation. Just up the street is the top-performing Hilltop Elementary School!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Alissa Custer
Listing Office - District Homes
Source: MAXEBRDI mls logo
MLS#41038189 • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked MAXEBRDI for data 9 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC No Air Conditioning
Heating Forced Air
Levels/Style One Story, 1, Contemporary
Type Residential
Status Sold
SubType Detached
Living Area 1908
Lot Size (SqFt) 7770
Lot Size (Acres) 0.18
Year Built 1947
Property Condition Existing
Interior
Total # of Bathrooms 2
# Full Baths 2
# Bedrooms 3
Total # of Rooms 6
Laundry Inside Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Kitchen Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
# Fireplaces 1
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
Fireplace Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room
Exterior
Foundation Slab, Concrete, Concrete Perimeter
Roof Composition Shingles
Construction Stucco, Wood Siding
# Garage Spaces 2
Parking Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Lot Description Premium Lot, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Water Source Public
Power Production: Type Photovoltaics
Pool None
Location
View City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Bridges
County Contra Costa
Subdivision Upper Kensington
Directions Arlington To Estates Dr
APN 5720320166
$1.5M
Range: $1.08M-$1.92M
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $8,769/month
Gross rent multiplier: 10.0 - Good
  • Sep 2023
    mls logo MLS # 41038189
  • Sep 25, 2023 Sold
    $1,802,000 (+71.8%)
  • Sep 15, 2023 Pending
  • Sep 6, 2023 Listed
    $1,049,000
  • Sep 6, 2023 Listed
    $1,049,000 (+261.7%)
  • Oct 1996
    mls logo MLS # 26112117
  • Oct 18, 1996 Sold
    $290,000 (-4.9%)
  • Jul 10, 1996 Listed
    $305,000
  • 51 Arlington Ave
    $1.8M
  • Upper Kensington
  • 94707
    $1.39M -4% y/y
  • Kensington
    $1.19M -11% y/y
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