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Single family home for sale at 249 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708 | MLS# 41149870 | Listing updated on 2026-10-07
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Listed by: Leif Jenssen (510) 207-3387 DRE #01182699, Samuel Jacob Bartsch DRE #02173884 | Vanguard Properties (510) 590-4290

$1,695,000

Monthly Est:$8,437

  • Beds Icon5 Beds
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    4 Baths
  • Beds Icon3,184sqft

249 Yale Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

$8,437/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1926

  • $-- HOA

  • 5,800 sqft lot

  • $532/sq.ft

Description

This is Kensington at its finest! Enjoy the best of both worlds with the mesmerizing views and accessibility to the neighborhood amenities. From the moment you walk into the generous living room you are greeted with one of the most iconic views in the Bay Area. With French doors opening from both the living and dining rooms you can't help but be mesmerized by the stunning views. and gorgeous sunsets with the sun setting over San Francisco. The hardwood floors add warmth to the sundrenched living and dining rooms. The impressive kitchen features a stainless steel, 6 burner gas range and a large skylight over the peninsula work space and breakfast bar. Up a half flight of stairs you have a large media room that spills out to a private patio. There are also two bedrooms and a full bath on this level. The upper level features three bedrooms and two full bathrooms including a bright primary with an incredible view, walk-in closet and full bathroom. Lower level petit au pair or office with a kitchenette and full bathroom. Set in the town of Kensington the home is just around the corner from the quaint and bustling commercial center. With Young's Market, the Inn Kensington, Raxakoul Coffee and Sakana Sushi nearby it's easy to enjoy the relaxing pace. Just one mile to Berkeley's Solano Ave and less than two miles to the famed Northbrae shopping district there is no shortage of things to do and places to eat. Incredible and magical parks are nearby, and miles of gorgeous hiking trails are close as well. Welcome to Kensington!

  • Houzeo last checked: 6 hours ago
  • Listing updated: October 7, 2026 at 6:59 pm
  • Source: California Regional MLS-CA | MLS#: 41149870 California Regional MLS-CA

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Contra Costa County

  • City

    Kensington

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1926

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    3,184 sqft

  • Lot Size

    5,800 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    California Regional MLS

  • MLS Number

    41149870

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    7

  • Cumulative Days on Market

    7

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 4

Interior

  • Flooring

    Laminate, Vinyl, Wood

  • Heating

    Forced Air

  • Cooling

    None

  • Appliances

    Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1926

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Roof

    Shingle

  • Architectural Style

    Bungalow, Traditional

  • Construction Materials

    Stucco

Utilities & Energy

  • Pool Features

    None

  • Parking Features

    Garage, Off Street

  • Fireplace Features

    Living Room, Wood Burning

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck, Patio

  • Lot Features

    Back Yard, Sloped Up, Yard

  • Subdivision Name

    Kensington

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/29/2026

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #41149870

Listed for Sale

$1,695,000 +21.24%

$532/sqft

04/22/2024

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #41053344

Price Decreased

$1,398,000 -29.68%

$439/sqft

01/20/2024

Source: mls_logoCalifornia Regional MLS-CA #41047506

Off Market

$1,988,000

$624/sqft

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