Mohammad Sajid

857 Balra Dr

El Cerrito, CA
$ 2,000,000 Beds 4 Baths 4 Sq 2,823
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*TRANSPARENT PRICE- Custom Built hillside retreat with expansive views from every level.Custom Built hillside retreat with expansive views from every level. Welcome to 857 Balra Drive, perched in the coveted El Cerrito Hills. This newly renovated 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home spans three levels and 2,823 sqft of light-filled living, with each floor framing its own panoramic view of the Bay and surrounding hills. The main level opens to a seamless flow between living, dining, and an updated chef's kitchen with island, skylights, and contemporary finishes, built for both everyday living and entertaining. Three private primary suites, one on each level, offer rare flexibility for extended-household living, guests, or independent in-law and au pair quarters. A finished attic, dedicated home office, media room, music room, wine cellar, family room, and additional bonus spaces deliver true room-for-everything functionality. Bay windows, balconies, decks, and a fenced patio extend view-driven living outdoors at every turn. Modern systems throughout: tankless water heater, central heat, engineered wood flooring, and EV charger in the attached two-car garage. Custom Built. Premium hillside lot. One unforgettable view. Call this your home!

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  • Price
  • $ 2,000,000
  • City
  • El Cerrito
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 4
  • County
  • Contra Costa
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.11 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94530
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,823
  • Year Built
  • 1949
  • Style
  • Mid Century Modern
  • MLS#
  • 41136162
Listed By: Sunday Nguyen with eXp Realty of California; 510-999-6663
Data Source: Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS

Features

General

Living Area 2823
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Central
Cooling Central Air,No Air Conditioning
Roof Composition Shingles
Appliances Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater
Garage Spaces 2
Architectural Style Mid Century Modern
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Composition Shingles,Wood Siding
Year Built 1949
Electric No Solar,220 Volts in Kitchen
Levels Tri-Level
Property Subtype Detached
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name El Cerrito Hills
Garage Y/N true
Total Rooms 12
Full Baths 4
Status Active
Directions Use GPS.
City El Cerrito
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 4600
Property Condition Existing
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Family Room,Office,Counter - Solid Surface,Updated Kitchen
Flooring Engineered Wood
Fireplace Features None
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Bay Window(s),Screens,Window Coverings
Fireplace Y/N false
Laundry Features 220 Volt Outlet,Gas Dryer Hookup,Hookups Only
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features 220 Volt Outlet,Counter - Solid Surface,Dishwasher,Kitchen Island,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Total Baths 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Balcony,Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscape Back,Landscape Front
Parking Features Attached,Off Street,Parking Spaces,RV/Boat Parking,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)
Lot Features Premium Lot
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 4791.6
Building Area Total 2823
Lot Size Acres 0.11
ADU Y/N false

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Newark, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

5/27/2026 Listed $1,395,000
8/6/2026 43% - $2,000,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94530

Price
AVG $1.22M
$2M
Year Built
AVG 1953
1949

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857 Balra Dr El Cerrito, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $2000000 with 2823 sqft and a lot size of 0.11 Acres Acre(s). 857 Balra Dr El Cerrito has 4 bedrooms, 4 baths and was built in 1949. The property's zip code is 94530 which is in El Cerrito, CA

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