44 Anson Way, Kensington, CA, 94707
About This Home
SHORT SALE APPROVED UNMATCHED KENSINGTON OPPORTUNITY. ATTENTION FLIPPERS, CONTRACTORS, AND EQUITY SEEKERS: The bank has authorized a price drop below the loan balance, creating the most aggressive value-add play in Kensington. This high-margin short sale is priced for immediate action and maximum ROI. A dream scenario for professionals looking to capitalize on a cosmetic blank slate in a premier location, you are starting with the advantage of newer dual-pane windows and a recently updated kitchen. Boasting iconic SF Bay and Golden Gate Bridge views, this 3BD/2BA ranch sits on a rare, expansive lot with massive ADU potential to skyrocket your investment. The interior is a "diamond in the rough" ready for an overhaul including bathrooms, flooring, and paint. By acquiring these world-class views at a price that reflects the needed maintenance, you can bypass the premium of someone else's finishes and capture the substantial upside this neighborhood commands. Sold strictly AS-IS, this is the lowest price-per-square-foot opportunity on a view lot in Kensington over the past year. If you have the crew and the vision, the equity gap here is unmatched. Act nowat this price, it will not last. Top-rated schools and neighborhood amenities. Your next high-margin project starts here.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1949
Materials
- Foundation: Pillar/Post/Pier,Raised
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Oven/Range
- Laundry features: Inside
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: BreakfastBar, BreakfastNook, DiningAreainLivingRoom
Family Room
- Features: SeparateFamilyRoom
Features
- Flooring: Carpet,Hardwood,Laminate,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,578
- Total interior livable area: 1,578 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5722330130
- Zoning: R-6
- Special condition: ShortSale
Features
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Lot size: 8,800 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Contra Costa County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,051 | $60,612 |
| Home Insurance * | $161 | $1,932 |
| Property Taxes | $1,341 | $16,092 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $6,951 | $83,412 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Listed for sale | $999,000 |
| 2026-04-14 | Listing removed | $1,099,999 |
| 2026-01-29 | Price change | $1,099,999 |
| 2025-11-21 | Price change | $1,159,999 |
| 2025-11-12 | Listed for sale | $1,198,000 |
| 2025-07-16 | Listing removed | $1,180,000 |
| 2025-06-22 | Price change | $1,180,000 |
| 2025-03-27 | Price change | $1,190,000 |
| 2024-10-30 | Listed for sale | $1,299,000 |
| 2023-01-20 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-11-17 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000 |
| 2002-05-24 | Sold | $379,000 |
| 2001-11-02 | Sold | $310,000 |
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