55 Kingston Rd

Kensington, CA, 94707

$2,168,000

$745 per ft²
$2,168,000
$745 per ft²
Pending
Pending
 - For Sale
beds
5 Beds
baths
4 Baths
carpenters-square
2,907 ft²
property_type
Residential
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Built 1942
Surprising in scale and size, this home has a modern East Coast vibe. Architectural features-Gabled roof, and an abundance of divided light windows, an open flow with definition and a kitchen facing the garden. Rare large level parcel with an inviting spacious and updated home. 55 Kingston Rd is a thoughtfully designed and expanded residence, expertly blending indoor and outdoor spaces. The romantic upper level features a master retreat with fireplace, private deck and inspiring San Francisco Bay views. . This suite is the perfect space to relax. Two bedrooms and a bath are a few steps below providing excellent separation of space. At the entry level, the layout is versatile with a flex room, opposite a full bath. Great room style kitchen and a separate family room. Plus a laundry room/pantry. On the lower level there is a separate entrance, a bedroom and bath & a second laundry area. The owners vision was to create public spaces meant for entertaining on a large or small scale, while maintaining an intimate and inviting home. Plenty of off street parking. Excellent location midway between Colusa Circle & Village shopping, minutes to Tilden Park, top-rated Kensington Elementary School, & the Community Center. San Francisco is a 35 min. commute. 3/19 Open Sun 2-4 pm
MLS® ID:
41016828
Listed:
1/9/23
Updated:
3/31/23

Interior Features

Kitchen Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Kitchen Features
Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
Total Bedrooms
5
Full Bathrooms
4
Interior Features
Au Pair, Dining Area, Family Room, Utility Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Laundry Description
Laundry Room, Other, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Floor Description
Hardwood, Tile, Wood
Fireplace
Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Cooling
None
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Exterior/Building Features

Lot Size
9,500 ft² lot
Exterior Features
Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Architectural Style
Custom
Lot Details
Level, Premium Lot
Roof
Shingle
Sewer
Public Sewer

School Information

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

Other Property Details

Area Name
Kensington
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking
Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Garage Faces Front, On Street
View
Y
County
Contra Costa
Utilities
All Public Utilities
Water Source
Public
Pool
No
Pool Description
None
Total Stories
2
Buyer Agency Compensation
2.5

Property History

Date
Event
Price
Value
2/12/23
Price Change
$2,168,000
-11%
3/23/23
Pending
-
-

Courtesy of Ruth Frassetto with Compass
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