About 287 Purdue Ave.
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!
Features of 287 Purdue Ave.
| MLS® # | 41137742 |
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| Price | $1,195,000 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 1,459 |
| Acres | 0.09 |
| Year Built | 1940 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary, Custom |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 287 Purdue Ave. |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | UPPER KENSINGTON |
| City | Kensington |
| County | Contra Costa |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94708-1136 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Sewer Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Attached, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Parking Spaces, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Deck, Garage Door Opener |
| # of Garages | 1 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Dining Area, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Smart Home, Smart Thermostat |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater |
| Heating | Heat Pump, Solar, Central, Heat Pump-Air |
| Cooling | Central Air, Heat Pump |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Entry Gate, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Level, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows, Bay Window(s), Greenhouse Window(s), Skylight(s) |
| Construction | Stucco, Other |
| Foundation | Raised |
School Information
| District | West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100 |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 9th, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Jaima Roberts |
|---|---|
| Office | BHG RE Reliance Partners |