291 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

$1,048,000
1,737
SqFt

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List Price
$1,048,000
Status
ACTIVE
MLS#
41151288
Year Built
1939
Property Type
2houses-1lot
Living Area
1,737
Lot Size
4,500
Acres
0.10
County
Contra Costa
Subdivision
Upper Kensington

Property 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.

Additional Information

Appliances
Dryer, Washer
Exterior
Stucco
Flooring
Laminate
Lot Description
2 Houses / 1 Lot, Level, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped
Parking Features
Attached, Int Access From Garage, Tandem
Roof
Composition Shingles
Water Sewer
Public

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Listing courtesy of Karen Richmond from Compass. 925-852-1100

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