291 Purdue Ave, Kensington, CA 94708

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Listed by Karen Richmond, (925) 852-1100 from Compass
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List Price
$1,048,000
MLS#
CC41151288
Status
ACTIVE
Sqft. of Residence
1,737
Lot Size
4,500
Listing Area
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

Acres
0.10
Cooling System
Air Conditioning - None
Exterior Features
Stucco
Floor Covering
Laminate
Garage Parking
Attached Garage, Access - Interior, Tandem Parking
Heating System
Forced Air, Wall Furnace
Laundry Facilities
Washer, Dryer
Living Area
1,737
Lot Description
Grade - Level, Regular
Lot Size
4,500
Neighborhood
Kensington
Numberof Units
2
Other Rooms
Basement - Finished
Roof
Composition
Unincorporated Yn
Yes

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