ParkingAttached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Side By Side, See Remarks, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1997
HeatingCentral
FireplaceFamily Room, Gas, Living Room, Wood Burning
ViewGarden, Ocean, City, Valley, Trees/Woods
MLS #424066129
Lot Size0.09 Acres
StatusActive
About 118 Kensington Way
Stunning ocean vistas inform this airy, Contemporary Villa, a grand-scale residence, set against lush, wooded Forest Hill, walkable to the treasured West Portal village. Impressive volumes, glorious natural light, & family-friendly floor-plan offers indoor/outdoor connectivity from each level. A grand, skylit staircase, the heart of this home, connects shared & private spaces with a luminous elegance, all served by elevator. With a penthouse feel, the sweeping open plan living space, with formal dining, custom kitchen & family room is open to sun kissed terraces & ocean views. Perfect for large scale entertaining, this home also beautifully accommodates multigenerational living, home offices, larger families & au pair. 4 bedrooms & 3 baths on one level include a spacious primary suite with private view terrace, deep soaking tub, generous closets. Additional bedrooms have access to sheltered patios, a separate guest suite accommodates media or long term guests. The convenient 2-car side by side garage is outfitted with work shop & storage. All this & a sought-after location, nature & culture unite! Walk-to-coffee convenience with easy access to shopping, dining plus urban hikes on Mt Davidson, Glen Canyon & visits to Stern Grove combine for a quintessential city experience.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary, Mediterranean, Traditional
Year Built: 1997
Stories: 3
Living Area: 4,315 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Sothebys International Realty
Office Phone: (415) 901-1700
Listing Agent: Wendy Storch
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop, Dryer, Washer
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Schools
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The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
8
/10
West Portal Elementary School
5 Lenox Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.29 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
2
/10
Mission Education Center
1670 Noe St
Distance between this listing and this school1.56 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
4
/10
Fairmount Elementary School
65 Chenery St
Distance between this listing and this school1.92 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
7
/10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
2290 14th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.59 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Aptos Middle School
105 Aptos Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.86 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Rooftop Elementary School
443 Burnett Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
High School
7
/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
2162 24th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.21 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
/10
Lowell High School
1101 Eucalyptus Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
/10
Balboa High School
1000 Cayuga Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.74 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
8
/10
West Portal Elementary School
5 Lenox Way
Distance between this listing and this school0.29 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
2
/10
Mission Education Center
1670 Noe St
Distance between this listing and this school1.56 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
4
/10
Fairmount Elementary School
65 Chenery St
Distance between this listing and this school1.92 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Hoover (Herbert) Middle School
2290 14th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.59 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Aptos Middle School
105 Aptos Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.86 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
/10
Rooftop Elementary School
443 Burnett Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Lincoln (Abraham) High School
2162 24th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.21 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
10
/10
Lowell High School
1101 Eucalyptus Dr
Distance between this listing and this school1.47 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
/10
Balboa High School
1000 Cayuga Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.74 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $137,838. Residents of San Francisco, CA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The majority of families are married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 118 Kensington Way
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 118 Kensington Way property is $3,325,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 118 Kensington Way is a house located in San Francisco, California, 94127.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 118 Kensington Way is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 118 Kensington Way are: West Portal Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 8/10Mission Education Center: GreatSchools Rating 2/10Fairmount Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Hoover (Herbert) Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Aptos Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Rooftop Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10Lincoln (Abraham) High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Lowell High School: GreatSchools Rating 10/10Balboa High School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $23,774 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on November 8, 2000 for $1,400,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 118 Kensington Way has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 1 half bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 118 Kensington Way is 4,315 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 118 Kensington Way is 1997.
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This home is located at 118 Kensington Way in San Francisco, CA and zip code 94127 in the West of Twin Peaks neighborhood. This 4,315 square foot home, which was built in 1997, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 03, 2024 and is currently priced at $3,325,000.
In September 2024 more than 149 listings in San Francisco, CA were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 32 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 100 were sold below. The number of listings in San Francisco, CA increased by 8.3% between August 2024 and September 2024. The median list price of listings available in September 2024 was $1,400,412, while the average time on the real estate market was 41 days.
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