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.
Property Details
Price:
$895,000
MLS #:
41134548
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
LOWER KENSINGTON
Listed Date:
May 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,505
Lot Size:
4,080 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1927
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
GWH
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE, LAM, VINY, WOOD
Heating
FA
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
U
Exterior
Architectural Style
MED
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
STC
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
PTO
Financial
Map
Community
- Address178 Ardmore Rd Kensington CA
- SubdivisionLOWER KENSINGTON
- CityKensington
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94707
Subdivisions in Kensington
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Kensington as of May 21, 2026
8
Single Family Listed
37
Avg DOM
615
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,533,625
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the LOWER KENSINGTON subdivision, 178 Ardmore Rd Kensington CA is a Single Family for sale in Kensington, CA, 94707. It is listed for $895,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,505 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1927. The current price per square foot is $595. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Kensington is $615. The average listing price for Single Family in Kensington is $1,533,625.
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