Home | Contra Costa County | Kensington | 94708 | 685 Oberlin Ave
MLS: EB41147597 | Status: Active | Price: $1,495,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Sq Ft Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | 3 | 2,690 | 5,280 | 1931 |
| Date | Time | Hosted By |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday, September 13 | 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm | Anja Plowright |
Built in the 1930s and extensively remodeled for modern living, this enchanting Kensington residence is a masterful blend of vintage Mediterranean architecture and sophisticated contemporary design. Filled with natural light, warmth, and character, the home offers exceptional privacy and a wonderful sense of soul. A charming wooden gate opens to an arched entryway and an inviting front courtyard—a secluded outdoor retreat that sets the tone for the home. Inside, an elegant foyer leads directly to the spacious living room, the heart of the house. An iconic fireplace, dramatic gabled ceiling with period detailing, and tall French doors opening to the courtyard create a setting that is both gracious and wonderfully intimate. The open floor plan flows into a generous dining area and an oversized, sun-filled kitchen, newly custom-designed with state-of-the-art appliances, sophisticated cabinetry, abundant counter space, and exceptional storage. Modern and elegant, the kitchen is designed for both effortless daily living and memorable gatherings. Sliding glass doors connect the kitchen to a spacious and versatile family or guest suite with a closet, full bath, and direct garden access. Upstairs, four additional bedrooms are arranged across thoughtfully separated levels. Two spacious be
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | EB41147597 |
| MLS Source | Bridge MLS |
| Days on Site | 4 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Bathrooms | Primary - Shower(s) over Tub(s), Primary - Solid Surface, Primary - Tile, Primary - Updated Bath(s), Tile, Tub, Updated Bath(s) |
| Kitchen | Breakfast Nook, Eat In Kitchen, Updated |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer |
| Dining Room | Dining Area, Formal Dining Room |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Family Room, Stone |
| Flooring | Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood, Tile |
| Cooling | None |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Roof | Tile |
| Foundation | Crawl Space |
| Pool | None, Pool - No |
| Style | Mediterranean |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Attached Garage, Enclosed, Garage, Off-Street Parking, Parking Space(s), Garage: 1 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | West Contra Costa Unified |
| High School District | West Contra Costa Unified |
Anja Plowright
The Grubb Co. Inc.
License #: 01351797
Phone: (510) 593-8376
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