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Listed by: Karen Richmond (925) 852-1100 DRE #01722616 | Compass (925) 270-4269
$1,048,000
Monthly Est:$5,216
3 Beds
2 Baths
--sqft
291 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708
$1,048,000
$5,216/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
$-- HOA
4,500 sqft lot
--/sqft
Description
This special property offers a rare opportunity to own two charming homes on one lot in coveted Kensington. A classic 1939 main residence and newly renovated 1940s one-bedroom cottage makes an ideal in-law, office space, or rental income. The main house offers wonderful curb appeal. Inside, large picture windows fill the living space with natural light. The dining room opens to a lovely brick patio that shines when entertaining at night. Enjoy quiet mornings in the delightful eat-in kitchen refreshed with new oak floors, quartz countertops & stainless-steel appliances. Two bedrooms, one with filtered golden gate views, share an updated bath. Below, the tandem garage & laundry area offers potential bonus space. Set beyond a lovely brick hardscape, the newly renovated 1940s cottage is truly special with big picture windows, new vaulted ceilings, updated electrical & lighting, wide-plank flooring, new kitchen, updated bath & new roof. Other improvements: past retrofitting, new drainage & sewer system, new sidewalk & expanded driveway for additional two cars! Stroll to Village shops, within .07 miles to top-rated Kensington Hilltop Elementary, Tilden Park Trails, and AC transit a few steps away.
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 23, 2026 at 6:44 pm
- Source: California Regional MLS-CA | MLS#: 41151288
Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
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Year Built
1939
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
- sqft
Lot Size
4,500 sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
California Regional MLS
MLS Number
41151288
MLS Status
Active
Days on Market
9
Cumulative Days on Market
8
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Interior
Heating
Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Flooring
Laminate
Appliances
Dryer, Washer
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1939
Home type
Single Family Residence
Roof
Shingle
Construction Materials
Stucco
Utilities & Energy
Parking Features
Direct Access, Garage
Other Features
Subdivision Name
Upper Kensington
Lot Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Timer, Street Level
Tenant Pays
Gas
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/14/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $1,048,000 $603/sqft |
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