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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 178 Ardmore Rd
General
- Sold For: $1,200,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41134548
- Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Family Room
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Free Standing, Living Room, Metal, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Tile Counters, Freestanding Range/Oven, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Front
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: Lower Kensington
- Driving Directions: Coventry to Ardmore..
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Mediterranean
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Bitumen
- Stories/Levels: Two Story
- Living Area: 1,505 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1927
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Dimensions: 4080
- Lot Features: Sloped Up
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $595
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 5710800144
Listed by Red Oak Realty, Tania Balazs Jacard and Red Oak Realty, Lisa Robesch
Sold by Compass, Veronica Gray
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Schools
Schools serving 178 Ardmore Rd
School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Kensington Elementary School 90 Highland Boulevard, Kensington, CA 94708 | K-6 | 0.8 mi |
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School 7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 7-8 | 1.9 mi |
El Cerrito Senior High School 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 178 Ardmore Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/12/2026
Sold
$1,200,000
34.08%
MLS
5/13/2026
Listed
$895,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
178 Ardmore Rd, Kensington, CA 94707 (MLS# 41134548) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,200,000 on June 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 178 Ardmore Rd? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Kensington? You can browse all Kensington real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

