1643 Oak View Ave, Kensington, CA 94707
$795,000 Mortgage Calculator Pending Single Family Residence
Property Details
About this Property
Unlock the potential of 1643 Oak View, a classic 1927 Mediterranean-style home located in the heart of Kensington. Streetside, you’ll be immediately greeted by a balcony that beckons one to pull up a chair and sip your morning coffee while listening to the neighborhood birdsong. Once inside this 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home, you’ll discover arches, built-in’s, an original fireplace and more- all the charm you’d expect. An added bonus is the long driveway leading to a garage, storage shed, and sunny backyard. Owned by the same family since 1944, this home is in need of significant TLC, is being sold AS-IS and will not qualify for a conventional home loan- the sale must be cash, making it perfect for contractors, investors or eager developers. Located on a quiet street in the most coveted part of Kensington, you’re mere steps away from the Kensington Farmer’s Market, local shops, parks, dining and more. Walk Score of 78! Brimming with possibilities, this home is perfectly poised for your personalized renovation. Bring your vision and breathe new life into this timeless beauty!
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MLS Listing Information
MLS #
MR41089162
MLS Source
Bridge MLS
Interior Features
Kitchen
None
Fireplace
Living Room
Flooring
Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Laundry
None
Cooling
None
Heating
Floor Furnace
Exterior Features
Roof
Other
Pool
None, Pool - No
Style
Mediterranean
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
School Ratings
Nearby Schools
| Schools | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany High School | public | 9-12 | 0.47 mi | |
| Macgregor High (Continuation) School | public | 10-12 | 0.47 mi | |
| El Cerrito Senior High School | public | 9-12 | 0.51 mi | |
| Albany Middle School | public | 6-8 | 0.52 mi | |
| Harding Elementary School | public | K-6 | 0.54 mi | |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.60 mi | |
| Marin Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.87 mi | |
| Cornell Elementary School | public | K-5 | 0.92 mi | |
| Kensington Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.02 mi | |
| Cragmont Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.07 mi | |
| Fairmont Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.20 mi | |
| Ocean View Elementary School | public | K-5 | 1.29 mi | |
| Martin Luther King Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.36 mi | |
| Ruth Acty Elementary | public | K-5 | 1.47 mi | |
| Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School | public | K-5 | 1.79 mi | |
| Fred T. Korematsu Middle School | public | 7-8 | 1.80 mi | |
| Berkeley Adult | public | UG | 1.91 mi | N/A |
| Madera Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.04 mi | |
| Oxford Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.17 mi | |
| Berkeley Special Education Preschool | public | UG | 2.24 mi | N/A |
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1643 Oak View Ave is a Single Family Residence in Kensington, CA 94707. This 1,131 square foot property sits on a 4,200 Sq Ft Lot and features 3 bedrooms & 1 full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $795,000 and was built in 1927. This address can also be written as 1643 Oak View Ave, Kensington, CA 94707.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 27, 2025. For the most current information, please contact Julie Durkee, (510) 548-2900
