265 265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, California 94708, Kensington, 94708 - 2 bed, 2 bath

265 265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, California 94708 home-pic-0

265 265 Purdue Ave

Kensington, California 94708

ACTIVE
CONDITION: EXCELLENT
2Beds
2Baths
1,487Sq Ft
4,000Lot Size

Property Price

LIST PRICE$1,149,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$1,164,486

SUMMARY

Analysis of 265 265 Purdue Ave, Kensington, California 94708 reveals a Fairly Priced Property with a current list price of $1,149,000  aligned with the estimated $1,164,486 Fair Market Value. This represents a stable investment opportunity at market rate. The property maintains a Excellent Condition Rating (95/100), indicating excellent structural integrity and modern finishes throughout. This turnkey property requires minimal updates and is ready for immediate occupancy. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Kensington Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.

Estimated Market Value

$1,164,486
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Kensington.

Comparable Sales Map

Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently

Address Sold Price BedsBathsSq Ft$/SqftDistance
265 265 Purdue Ave
Subject
$1,149,000*
List Price
221,487$783-
A
161 Purdue Ave
Sold
$1,315,000321,607$8180.2 mi
B
267 Columbia Ave
Sold
$1,200,000241,844$6510.1 mi
C
411 Vassar Ave
Sold
$1,395,000331,430$9760.2 mi
D
255 255 Stanford Ave
Active
$995,000
List Price
221,076$9250.2 mi

* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.

Condition Analysis

OVERALL CONDITION SCORE

Excellent
TeardownExcellent

Property is new construction or fully renovated.

Although originally built in 1939, the property has undergone an extensive professional renovation within the last 5 years, including a high-end kitchen remodel by Oliver Builders, updated bathrooms with heated floors, and a brand-new roof installed in 2025. With a 200-amp electrical panel, energy-efficient upgrades, and pristine hardwood floors, the home meets the highest standards of modern quality and maintenance.

PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES

  • High-End Modern Updates

    The home features a professional remodel by Oliver Builders, including a chef's kitchen with high-end appliances and bathrooms with classic tile and heated floors, blending modern luxury with original 1939 charm.

  • Single-Story Accessibility

    This 'level-in' single-story layout offers effortless accessibility and flow, which is a highly sought-after and rare feature for the hilly Kensington terrain.

  • Infrastructure & Efficiency

    The property boasts significant long-term value with a new roof (2025), numerous energy-efficient improvements, and a 200-amp electrical panel ready for EV charging.

CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES

  • Limited Bedroom Count

    With only two primary bedrooms, the home may not meet the needs of larger families or those requiring multiple dedicated sleeping quarters beyond the converted office space.

  • Lack of Enclosed Garage

    The conversion of the garage into a family room/office removes protected indoor parking and traditional workshop storage, leaving only an outdoor parking pad for vehicles.

About 265 265 Purdue Ave

Effortlessly charming! Behind the picket fence and past the delightful garden, you'll find a lovingly maintained and beautifully updated LEVEL-IN single-story 2+ bedroom/2 bathroom Kensington home. The owner engaged a local architect and well-known Oliver Builders to remodel the kitchen, create a 2nd full bathroom and laundry area, and transform the interior of the converted garage into a light-filled home office or family room. Details like the divided light windows in the living room, hardwood floors, and the original front door were preserved. The remodeled kitchen has high end appliances, quality cabinets, pull-out pantry, and a desk area overlooking the garden. Both baths feature classic tile and heated floors! There are too many energy-efficient improvements to list, capped with a new roof in 2025. The hard work is done, so just sit back and smell the roses! A 2-car parking pad and a 200 amp panel makes EV charging possible. From this peaceful spot, Tilden Park is your backyard, the Village has a convenient grocery and hardware, Colusa Circle has a fabulous Sunday Farmer’s Market, and the best of Berkeley (including renowned UC Berkeley), Albany, and El Cerrito are all less than 15 minutes away.

Property Details

Public Facts

Property Type
Single Family Residence
Year Built
1939
Lot Size
4,000 Sq. Ft.

Interior

Total Bedrooms
2
Total Bathrooms
2 (2 Full, 0 Half)

Exterior & Parking

No exterior & parking available.

Utilities & Misc

HOA Fee
$0 / Month

Neighborhood Insights

Kensington Unified Schools

Kensington Elementary School

Grades K-6 • 0.5 mi

8/10

Thousand Oaks Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi

5/10

Jefferson Elementary School

Grades K-5 • 2.1 mi

7/10

Sensitive Facilities

No sensitive facilities data found.

Neighborhood Comparison

FeatureSubjectAverage HomeNeighborhood Ranking (50 Listings)
Beds2.03.0
17%
Baths2.02.0
50%
Square foot1,4871,910.5
19%
Lot Size4,0005,714.5
10%
Price$1.15M$1.58M
15%
Price per sq ft$773$820
42%
Built year19391951
35%
HOA$0$0
50%
Days on market10161
2%

Pricing History

Listed for Sale

Feb 25, 2026

$1,149,000

Initial Listing

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