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Danielle Broad

danielle.broad@exprealty.com +1(925) 383-9200

$1,195,000

Est. payment - /mo

2 Beds

2 Baths

1,459 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,459 sqft

Price per Sqft $819

Subdivision Upper Kensington

MLS Listing ID 41137742

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1940

Lot Size 4,000 Sqft

Acres 0.09

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Open the front gate of 287 Purdue to find a handsome patio and stone path leading to the porch of a truly unique Kensington home! This home presents the cozy warmth and grace of a mountain lodge coupled with modern smart system features! The glowing wood walls, floors and beams are rare - especially when combined with the upgraded improvements. With 2 bedrooms and 2 updated baths, and inviting public rooms, this special home offers a retreat and gathering spot as soon as you open the door! The open design kitchen area has a professional BlueStar stove. There is easy access from the kitchen area to the brick patio for entertaining and relaxing. Garage has an automatic door and separate entry to the house. Garage also houses storage batteries from the rooftop solar system. This home is in the wonderful community of Kensington which is recognized for its excellent elementary school, charming village setting of Colusa Circle and the Arlington area, and its convenient commute location. With its tradition of neighborliness and volunteerism, Kensington offers its residents a warm and rewarding environment!

Location

State CA

County Contra Costa

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Interior

Interior Features Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat

Heating Heat Pump, Solar, Central, Heat Pump-Air

Cooling Central Air, Heat Pump

Flooring Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Double Pane Windows,Bay Window(s),Greenhouse Window(s),Skylight(s)

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater

Laundry 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Washer, Cabinets, Electric, In Kitchen

Exterior

Exterior Feature Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance

Garage Spaces 1.0

Pool None

Utilities Available Sewer Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter

Total Parking Spaces 2

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Level, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped

Story 1

Foundation Raised

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public, Water District

Architectural Style Contemporary, Custom

Level or Stories One Story

New Construction Yes

Schools

School District West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Others

Tax ID 5702010041

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Listed by Jaima Roberts • BHG RE Reliance Partners

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+1(925) 383-9200

danielle.broad@exprealty.com

287 Purdue Ave. Kensington, CA 94708