287 Purdue Ave. Kensington, CA 94708
Listing Courtesy of:  bridgeMLS / Listed By: Jaima Roberts, BHG Re Reliance Partners

  287 Purdue Ave. Kensington, CA 94708

Active (1 Days)
$1,195,000 (USD)
2
BED
2
BATH
1,459
SQFT
OPEN HOUSE TIMES
  • OPEN
    Sat, Jun 13
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  • OPEN
    Sun, Jun 14
    2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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!

MLS #:
41137742
Lot Size
4,000 SQFT
Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Style
Contemporary, Custom
School District
West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
County
Contra Costa County
Community
Upper Kensington

Listed By

Jaima Roberts, DRE #01152028 CA, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners
Linda Lipscomb, DRE #01400675 CA, Better Homes And Gardens Real Estate Reliance Partners
Source
bridgeMLS
Last checked Jun 10 2026 at 9:05 PM GMT+0000
Bathroom Details
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
Interior Features
  • Dishwasher
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Range
  • Gas Range
  • Laundry: Dryer
  • Laundry: Washer
  • Windows: Double Pane Windows
  • Dining Area
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Counter - Solid Surface
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet
  • Laundry: Electric
  • Tankless Water Heater
  • Laundry: Cabinets
  • Windows: Skylight(s)
  • Smart Home
  • Smart Thermostat
  • Windows: Greenhouse Window(s)
  • Windows: Bay Window(s)
  • Laundry: In Kitchen
Kitchen
  • 220 Volt Outlet
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Counter - Solid Surface
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas Range/Cooktop
  • Range/Oven Built-In
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Eat-In Kitchen
Subdivision
  • Upper Kensington
Lot Information
  • Front Yard
  • Level
  • Landscaped
  • Rectangular Lot
Property Features
  • Fireplace: Living Room
  • Fireplace: Stone
  • Fireplace: 1
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Foundation: Raised
Heating and Cooling
  • Heat Pump
  • Solar
  • Central
  • Heat Pump-Air
  • Central Air
Pool Information
  • None
Flooring
  • Tile
  • Hardwood
Exterior Features
  • Roof: Metal
Utility Information
  • Utilities: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected, Public Sewer
  • Energy: Water Heater, Other, Insulation - Floor, Solar, Solar Power on Grid
Garage
  • Garage
Parking
  • Attached
  • Int Access From Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
  • Parking Spaces
  • Deck
Stories
  • 1
Living Area
  • 1,459 sqft
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