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5216 School St El Cerrito, CA 94530

3 Beds

2 Baths

1,305 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,305 sqft

Price per Sqft $573

Subdivision El Cerrito

MLS Listing ID 41091142

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1961

Lot Size 6,900 Sqft

Acres 0.16

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Tucked behind a sleek horizontal fence, this light-filled modern home blends privacy, style, and comfort - just 0.5 mile from El Cerrito Del Norte BART, making it a commuter's dream. Excellent curb appeal, behind the cheerful yellow door, you'll find an open floor plan, trendy flooring, a cozy fireplace, and a charming bay window. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly into a stylish kitchen, features quartz counters, a farmhouse sink, and energy-efficient appliances. Enjoy three spacious bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with a walk-in closet, jet tub, and bidet. The private backyard is a garden lover's dream with mature fruit trees and raised planter boxes. The detached two-car garage includes a bonus full bath - ideal for a home office, gym, or guest setup. Sitting on a large lot with ADU potential, this home also equips with owned solar panels, a mini-split HVAC system, and Nest thermostat. Conveniently located, easy access to freeways, public transit, short ride to well-respected schools like Korematsu Middle and El Cerrito High School, local shopping, dining, Farmers Market, Ranch 99 Mall, Costco, the Ohlone Greenway, hiking trails, and more. A rare blend of modern comfort, flexible living space, and incredible value - this is the home you've been waiting for!

Location

State CA

County Contra Costa

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Interior

Interior Features Dining Area, Stone Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen, Smart Thermostat

Heating Forced Air, MultiUnits

Cooling Multi Units

Flooring Tile, Engineered Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Double Pane Windows

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range

Laundry Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Feature Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Entry Gate, Garden

Garage Spaces 2.0

Pool None

Utilities Available Water/Sewer Meter on Site, Cable Available, Internet Available

View Y/N false

View None

Handicap Access None

Total Parking Spaces 4

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Regular, Front Yard

Story 1

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Ranch

Level or Stories One Story

New Construction Yes

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Listed by Derek Han • BHG Reliance Partners

Jodi Nishimura

Founder & Realtor® | License ID: 01762935

+1(510) 459-0471

Jodi Nishimura

5216 School St El Cerrito, CA 94530

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