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listing_id: EB41137742
status: Active
price: 1195000
beds: 2
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1459
sqft_lot: 4000
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1940
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "287 Purdue Ave."
city: Kensington
state: CA
zip: 94708-1136
county: "Contra Costa County"
lat: 37.9072649
lng: -122.2717698
days_on_market: 4
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Jaima Roberts"
list_office: "BHG RE Reliance Partners"
list_agent_phone: "(510) 813-5535"
list_agent_license: 01152028
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-06-12
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Contra Costa County | Kensington | 94708-1136 | 287 Purdue Ave.

287 Purdue Ave., Kensington, CA 94708-1136

MLS: EB41137742 | Status: Active | Price: $1,195,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
2 2 1,459 4,000 1940

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Saturday, June 13 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Jaima Roberts
Sunday, June 14 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Jaima Roberts

Remarks

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 Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # EB41137742
MLS Source Bridge MLS
Days on Site 4

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Bidet, Dual Flush Toilet, Primary - Bidet, Primary - Skylight(s), Primary - Tile, Primary - Updated Bath(s), Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Solid Surface / Corian, Eat In Kitchen, Island
Appliances Dishwasher, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Dining Area
Fireplace Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Laundry 220 Volt Outlet
Cooling Central -1 Zone
Heating Heat Pump, Solar

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Metal
Foundation Raised, Crawl Space
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Contemporary, Custom

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Access - Interior, Attached Garage, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Parking Space(s), Garage: 1 Car(s)
Elementary District West Contra Costa Unified
High School District West Contra Costa Unified

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Jaima Roberts Linda Lipscomb
BHG RE Reliance Partners BHG RE Reliance Partners
License #: 01152028 License #: 01400675
Phone: (510) 813-5535 Phone: (510) 295-8168

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Kensington Elementary School public K-6 0.63 mi 10
Cragmont Elementary School public K-5 0.95 mi 9
Thousand Oaks Elementary School public K-5 1.14 mi 9
El Cerrito Senior High School public 9-12 1.22 mi 7
Harding Elementary School public K-6 1.28 mi 6
MacGregor High (Continuation) School public 10-12 1.35 mi N/A
Albany High School public 9-12 1.35 mi 10
Albany Middle School public 6-8 1.38 mi 10
Marin Elementary School public K-5 1.57 mi 8
Cornell Elementary School public K-5 1.77 mi 9
Fairmont Elementary School public K-6 1.78 mi 6
Martin Luther King Middle School public 6-8 1.81 mi 9
Madera Elementary School public K-6 2.04 mi 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School public 7-8 2.07 mi 5
Ruth Acty Elementary public K-5 2.09 mi 9
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School public K-5 2.10 mi 10
Ocean View Elementary School public K-5 2.15 mi 9
Cameron School public UG 2.15 mi N/A
Berkeley Adult public UG 2.59 mi N/A
Berkeley Special Education Preschool public UG 2.63 mi N/A

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
508 Bonnie Dr $995,000 3 1/1 1,730 Active
2206 Pinehurst Court $1,350,000 4 3 2,401 Active
155 Purdue Avenue $1,198,000 4 2/1 1,994 Active
1421 Cornell Avenue $995,000 2 2 1,481 Active
98 Fairlawn Dr $995,000 2 1/1 1,470 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of June 12, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Jaima Roberts, (510) 813-5535.