219 Arlington Ave

Kensington, CA 94707

$710,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,246 Sq. Ft.
$570 / Sq. Ft.
1,246
Sq. Ft.
$570
per Sq. Ft.

Description

An exceptional opportunity awaits your personal touch. For nearly fifty years, this Mediterranean-style home has been a haven for its artist owners, a place where family and inspiration have flourished. Perched above Arlington Avenue, this home offers a prime location with filtered views of San Francisco Bay. The living room features a statement fireplace and French doors that lead into the dining room. The large kitchen is an inviting, light-filled space ideal for gatherings. Step through the dining...An exceptional opportunity awaits your personal touch. For nearly fifty years, this Mediterranean-style home has been a haven for its artist owners, a place where family and inspiration have flourished. Perched above Arlington Avenue, this home offers a prime location with filtered views of San Francisco Bay. The living room features a statement fireplace and French doors that lead into the dining room. The large kitchen is an inviting, light-filled space ideal for gatherings. Step through the dining room onto a spacious deck, perfect for enjoying the outdoors or hosting guests. A terraced garden features a raised Zen deck under a canopy of Coast Live Oak trees. Original hardwood floors and Mediterranean details throughout the home add character and timeless elegance. The lower level is a versatile space with its own entrance, a full bath, and a lofty, creative room—perfect for an art studio, office, or guest quarters. Located just steps from quaint Arlington Avenue amenities makes for easy living in the hills. This one-of-a-kind property is ready for a new owner who embraces its potential and is ready to put their personal stamp on a home that has inspired creativity for decades.
  1. Listed by Derik Landry • DRE #01942214 • Goldman Land & Homes

Property Details for 219 Arlington Avenue

City
KENSINGTON
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
KENSINGTON
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mediterranean
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Converted Garage
Total # Parking Spaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 05/28/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 219 Arlington Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #41092122
Days on Compass29
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Detached
Year Built1926
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Goldman Land & Homes, Derik Landry, DRE #01942214

Sold By Compass, Mania Manavi, DRE #88888888

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Building Information for 219 Arlington Avenue

Stories2Year Built1926Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,008 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,720

Property Taxes

$288

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 219 Arlington Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Linoleum, Tile
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • Kitchen Features: Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Converted Garage
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: None
  • City Transfer Tax: No
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco
  • Foundation: Raised
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Up Slope
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5400
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5400.0
  • Roof: Flat
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1246
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Yard Description: Terraced Up
  • Year Built: 1926
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Maps
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 570-050-020-9
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: BAY EAST
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 219 Arlington Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 27, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41092122

$710,000
May 27, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41092122

$710,000
May 27, 2025

Sold

CRMLS #41092122

$710,000
May 20, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558244250

$710,000
May 6, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #41092122

May 6, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41092122

May 6, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41092122

Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41092122

$795,000
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41092122

$795,000
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41092122

$795,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/27/2025

Sold

MLSListings #BE41092122

$710,000
05/27/2025

Sold

EBRD #41092122

$710,000
05/27/2025

Sold

CRMLS #41092122

$710,000
05/20/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1558244250

$710,000
05/06/2025

Pending

CRMLS #41092122

05/06/2025

Pending

EBRD #41092122

05/06/2025

Pending

MLSListings #BE41092122

04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #41092122

$795,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #BE41092122

$795,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41092122

$795,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 219 Arlington Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$69,038Additions$69,038Total$138,076
Tax Record2024$3,459 ($288 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,246 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,246 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1926ZoningR-6CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN570-050-020-9Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 219 Arlington Avenue

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Richmond Charter Academy
Charter6 to 8

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Listing Courtesy of Goldman Land & Homes, Derik Landry, DRE #01942214

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