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Shawn Bengtson

Office Broker - DRE 01236964

  • Office 760-805-7199
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178 Ardmore Rd, Kensington – $895,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,505 Sqft
  • .09 Acres
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,505 Sqft
  • .09 Acres

178 Ardmore Rd

Elevated above the street, 178 Ardmore offers scenic views of majestic trees and the distant Bay. Built in 1927, this home evokes the feeling of a bygone era with its charming 1920s features such as the classic O'Keefe & Merritt stove, original tile kitchen countertops, the original grey and blue shower tiles, and hexagon floor tiles in the bathroom. The breakfast room, situated just off the kitchen and with hardwood floors and dappled sun, provides a delightful setting to begin your morning. For al fresco dining, there is a sunny patio accessible directly from the formal dining room. With the built-in cabinetry in the dining room, and plantation shutters on the wall of windows in the living room, along with newly refinished original hardwood floors, the space is warmly inviting. There are 2 bedrooms with the bathroom located between them off the hallway. The forward-facing bedroom captures lovely vistas, whereas the rear bedroom overlooks the private backyard. In the hallway off the dining room, there is a staircase to the versatile lower level. This flex space could be ideal as a family room, home office or third bedroom. The lower level also provides convenient access to the laundry room, half bath, and door to the side yard. Located in Lower Kensington, you can enjoy the Sunday farmers’ market at the Colusa Circle, Kensington village shops and restaurants, and Kensington Library and park, all under a mile from your doorstep. Zoned for top-rated Kensington Hilltop Elementary school.

Essential Information

  • MLS® #41134548
  • Price$895,000
  • Bedrooms2
  • Bathrooms2.00
  • Full Baths1
  • Half Baths1
  • Square Footage1,505
  • Acres0.09
  • Year Built1927
  • TypeResidential
  • Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
  • StyleMediterranean
  • StatusActive

Community Information

  • Address178 Ardmore Rd
  • SubdivisionLOWER KENSINGTON
  • CityKensington
  • CountyContra Costa
  • Zip Code94707

Amenities

  • Parking Spaces1
  • ParkingGarage, Garage Door Opener
  • # of Garages1
  • GaragesGarage, Garage Door Opener
  • PoolNone

Interior

  • InteriorLaminate, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • HeatingForced Air
  • CoolingNone
  • FireplaceYes
  • StoriesTwo

Appliances

Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer

Fireplaces

Living Room, Wood Burning, Free Standing

Exterior

  • ExteriorStucco
  • ConstructionStucco

Lot Description

Front Yard, Sprinklers In Front, Sloped Up, Yard

Additional Information

  • Date ListedMay 13th, 2026
  • Days on Market9

Listing Details

  • AgentTania Balazs Jacard
  • OfficeRed Oak Realty
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Tania Balazs Jacard, Red Oak Realty.

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