1012 Contra Costa Dr

El Cerrito, CA
$ 899,000 Beds 4 Baths 3 Sq 2,396
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Fixer-upper with foundation repairs needed. Looking for a contractor or weekend warriors. Conventional financing is ok! Value driven El Cerrito Hills opportunity with significant upside for the right buyer. Located in the desirable hills above El Cerrito, this multi level hillside property offers a flexible layout, great bay views. El Cerrito is known for its relative affordability compared to surrounding Bay Area markets while offering convenient access to Oakland, San Francisco, BART, and Interstate 80. The El Cerrito Hills provide proximity to open space, trails, and outdoor recreation while remaining close to town amenities and regional employment centers. A rare opportunity to acquire a hillside property with bay views and ADU potential.

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  • Price
  • $ 899,000
  • City
  • El Cerrito
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 3
  • County
  • Contra Costa
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.18 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94530
  • Sqr Footage
  • 2,396
  • Year Built
  • 1951
  • Style
  • Mid Century Modern
  • MLS#
  • 41146681
Listed By: Nicholas Liesenfeld with EXP Realty of California, Inc; liesenfeldteam@gmail.com
Data Source: Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS

Features

General

Living Area 2396
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Other
Cooling Other
Roof Other
Architectural Style Mid Century Modern
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stone
Year Built 1951
Electric No Solar
Stories Count 2
Levels Two Story
Property Subtype Detached
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name Arlington Hills
Garage Y/N false
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions GPS..
City El Cerrito
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 7841
Property Condition Existing
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Flooring Other
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Brick,None
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features Other
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features Other
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Fencing Fenced
Parking Features Other
Lot Features Sloped Down
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 7841
Foundation Details See Remarks
Building Area Total 2396
Lot Size Acres 0.18
Other Equipment Other
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

8/30/2026 Listed $899,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94530

Price
AVG $1.2M
$900K
Year Built
AVG 1953
1951

Areas That We Cover

1012 Contra Costa Dr El Cerrito, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $899000 with 2396 sqft and a lot size of 0.18 Acres Acre(s). 1012 Contra Costa Dr El Cerrito has 4 bedrooms, 3 baths and was built in 1951. The property's zip code is 94530 which is in El Cerrito, CA

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