Residential > House
Pending
03/25/2022
List Price
$1,650,000$967/ft²
245 Los Altos Dr
Kensington, CA 94708
- 2Beds
- 2Baths
- 1,706ft²Living Area
- 0.3acLot Size
- -Pool
- 1Car
- 1953Year Built
- 16DOM
- 4Permits
245 Los Altos Dr, Kensington, CA 94708 is a 2 bed, 2 bath, 1,706 ft² house built in 1953 on a 0.320 acre lot with 4 construction permits. This house is currently pending, and it was last sold in 2022 for $1,650,000. The latest TopHap estimate of the house's value is $1,440,285.
Property Valuations
Latest estimates for 245 Los Altos Dr based on TopHap automated valuation model (AVM).
TopHap Estimate
$1,440,285
$844/ft²
-$210K below List Price
Updated 3 months ago
245 Los Altos Dr is valued at $1,440,285 by TopHap AVM 3 months ago.
MLS Description
The listing agent's description. Original Listing
Discover this stunning mid-century modern home uniquely situated on an expansive 13,000+ square foot lot nestled within the tranquil Tilden parklands. It’s a perfect blend of design and nature. Soaring ceilings and walls of glass maximize the expansive vistas, while gumwood paneling, built-in seating, and a double-sided fireplace create a sense of warmth and intimacy. The house has a spacious layout with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large library/office, easily convertible into a third bedroom. At the heart of the home, the gourmet kitchen is perfectly designed for entertaining. The property is surrounded by multiple courtyards and patios that offer varying sunlight and shade throughout the day alongside a lush garden with mature Japanese maples, dogwoods, hydrangeas, rhododendrons and many other flowering plants that bloom almost year-round. Nature trails are less than a block away while Cheese Board is only an 8-minute drive. This home is a dream-come-true for those who cherish both nature and the amenities of city living. Open 5/18 & 5/19 2-4:30
Listing Agents
The listing agent for 245 Los Altos Dr is Jodi Nishimura.
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Jodi Nishimura
Real Brokerage Technologies
Phone: (619) 248-6434
Permits
245 Los Altos Dr has 4 permit records of total value of $1,420,000.
Permit History
4
Permits
$1,420,000
Total Permit Value
February 9, 2023
Description: 629 sq ft addition and interior remodel. Per plansJob Value: $700,000Status: plancheckType: Building/residential/ad/single family additionFees: $3,862Effective Date: 2023-02-09Permit Number: BIAD23-001452
January 5, 2023
Description: This project proposes a renovation and 629 sq.ft. Addition to an existing single story (split level) residenceJob Value: $700,000Status: completeType: Permit submittalEffective Date: 2023-01-05Permit Number: BISUB23-00143
August 17, 2021
Description: Install gas seismic valve on gas meterStatus: finalType: Building - residential plumbingBusiness Name: ALL Ways Home ServicesFees: $133Effective Date: 2021-08-17Permit Number: BIPL21-009793
October 16, 2019
Description: Install new sewer ejector pump with electrical in existing crawlspace of residenceJob Value: $20,000Status: expiredType: Residential mechanical-electrical-plumbing comboBusiness Name: Albert Nahman Plumbing & HeatingFees: $697Effective Date: 2019-10-16Permit Number: BIMU19-010594
Current Ownership
Information about the current owner(s).
Taxes Billed
Taxes billed in 2023$20,991.40From latest Total Assessed Value1.42%Total Assessed Value$1,479,000=Land+
Assessed Value$1,210,000Additions
Assessed Value$269,000
In 2023, taxes billed for 245 Los Altos Dr were $20,991.4, which is 1.42% from latest Total Assessed Value of $1,479,000.
Property History
245 Los Altos Dr has undefined property events records (listings, deeds, permits, tax, foreclosure, loan).
Property Events
Environment
Environmental factors around 245 Los Altos Dr
Hazard Risks
Earthquake583Nat'l Avg100Carb Mono95Particulates93Air Pollution89Ozone88Lead41Tornado12Weather8Hail0Hurricane0Wind0
9 hazards (Carbon Monoxide, Earthquake Risk, Tornado Index, Air Pollution Index, Ozone Index, Weather Risk, Lead Index, Particulate Matter, National Average) are above the national average around 245 Los Altos Dr.
Walkability Index
13 /20
Most Walkable
20-18
Very Walkable
17-15
Somewhat Walkable
14-10
Car Dependent
9-0
245 Los Altos Dr has a walkability score of 13 out of 20, which means that it is in a somewhat walkable area.
Temperature
Seasonal temperature sampled over multiple years
Winter
Average
Low
41°F
High
56°F
Summer
Average
Low
53°F
High
76°F
In the winter at 245 Los Altos Dr, temperatures range from 41.36°F to 55.82°F with an average of 48.59°F. In the summer, the temperature ranges from 53.28°F to 76.17°F with and average of 64.73°F.
School Information
Public/private schools serving 245 Los Altos Dr
Public Schools
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Grades: 7-8
2.10 mi
C-
Kensington Elementary School
Grades: KG-6
0.59 mi
A
El Cerrito High School
Grades: 9-12
1.34 mi
B-
* The school rating is based entirely on the test score performance of each school. It is based on a scale of A-F, A being best.
Nearby public schools serving 245 Los Altos Dr have ratings undefined, undefined, and undefined.
Neighborhood
This property is located in Kensington, Kensington, CA 94708.
Seasonal Housing units 94708
26%of housing is for seasonal rent.
Daytime Population for 94708
-5%of people during work hours.
Boundary map of Kensington.
Crime Index for 94708
84
84
The crime index in 94708 is 84, which is 0.8 times lower than national average.
Market Trends
Historical market data near 245 Los Altos Dr over selected time period.
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