Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
227 LAKE DR
KENSINGTON, CA 94708
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,804 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,959 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$105,096 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,333
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,763
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$103,036
Climate Risk
Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
72
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
48
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1953
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(5)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Kensington Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
El Cerrito High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 mi
District: West Contra Costa Unified School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 94708These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.583
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,977
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,453 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$190,538
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,719
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%
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How this home compares
227 Lake Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Older than 86% of homes in Contra Costa County
How it measures up in Berkeley 94708
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berkeley 94708.
Living area1,804 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,924 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 43% of homes nearby
Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger
Bigger than 54% of homes nearby
Year built1950
OlderTypical 1941Newer
Newer than 66% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Kensington | Berkeley 94708 | Contra Costa County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,804 ft² | 44% of homes | 43% of homes | 53% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.14 ac | 58% of homes | 54% of homes | 44% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1950 | 70% of homes | 66% of homes | 14% of homes |
About 227 Lake Dr
When did 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA last sell?
227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA?
227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,804 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.
When was 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA built?
227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA?
227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA is assigned to Kensington Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; El Cerrito High School (high), rated B+; Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA compare to other homes in Berkeley 94708?
Among the 4,608 homes in Berkeley 94708, it is bigger than 43% of them (1,804 ft² against a typical 1,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1950 against a typical 1941). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 227 Lake Dr, Kensington, CA was $3,959. The county assessed it at $105,096.
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