8765 Terrace Drive

El Cerrito, CA
$ 2,498,000 Beds 4 Baths 2.5 Sq 3,276 Virtual Tour
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First time on the market in 50 years, this once-in-a-generation single-level estate at 8765 Terrace Drive in El Cerrito sits on nearly half an acre of completely flat, usable land behind a private entry gate. The sprawling, park-like grounds set the stage for a home built for entertaining, with panoramic views enjoyed from the kitchen, formal dinning room, living room, and primary suite. Vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings grace the formal dining room, living room, and primary suite, while the gourmet kitchen showcases a 60” Viking stove and beautiful cabinetry, opening to a wooden deck on one side and a sunken family room on the other. The 4-bedroom, 2.5 bath layout is complemented by a detached, temperature-controlled wine room holding up to 500 bottles with its own side patio. A three-car garage with deep storage closets, and a generous garden shed tucked behind the garage add to the high points of this home. Owned solar panels paired with two Enphase battery backup system, two central heating and air conditioning units, and low-maintenance and manicured yard round out this rare offering - a true legacy home ready for its next family.

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  • Price
  • $ 2,498,000
  • City
  • El Cerrito
  • Bedrooms
  • 4
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Contra Costa
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 1
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.46 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94530
  • Sqr Footage
  • 3,276
  • Year Built
  • 1939
  • Style
  • Traditional
  • MLS#
  • 41147625
Listed By: Mark Choi with The Agency; 510-381-1116
Data Source: Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS

Features

General

Living Area 3276
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Zoned,Natural Gas,MultiUnits
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Multi Units
Roof Composition Shingles
Appliances Dishwasher,Double Oven,Gas Range,Plumbed For Ice Maker,Microwave,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
Garage Spaces 3
Architectural Style Traditional
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Year Built 1939
Electric Photovoltaics Seller Owned,Other Solar
View Bay,Bay Bridge,City Lights,Downtown,Golden Gate Bridge,Hills,Panoramic,San Francisco,Water,Bridge(s),City,Mt Tamalpais
Stories Count 1
Levels One Story
Property Subtype Detached
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name El Cerrito Hills
Garage Y/N true
Green Energy Generation Solar
Other Structures Shed(s)
Total Rooms 11
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions Arlington/Moeser, above Arlington to Terrace
City El Cerrito
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 19900
Property Condition Existing
Standard Status Active

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Dining Area,Family Room,Storage,Utility Room,Workshop,Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Pantry,Updated Kitchen,Solar Tube(s),Smart Thermostat
Flooring Hardwood,Tile,Carpet,Engineered Wood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Family Room,Insert,Gas,Gas Starter,Living Room,Wood Burning
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Double Pane Windows,Bay Window(s),Screens,Window Coverings,Skylight(s),Solar Screens
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features 220 Volt Outlet,Dryer,Laundry Room,Washer,Cabinets,Sink
Total Bedrooms 4
Kitchen Features Breakfast Bar,Breakfast Nook,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Double Oven,Eat-in Kitchen,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Ice Maker Hookup,Kitchen Island,Microwave,Pantry,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Total Baths 3
1/2 Baths 1
Power Production Type Photovoltaics

Exterior Features

Exterior Amenities Garden,Back Yard,Dog Run,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Sprinklers Automatic,Storage,Entry Gate,Landscape Back,Landscape Front,Low Maintenance
Fencing Fenced,Front Yard,Wood
Parking Features Attached,Int Access From Garage,Off Street,RV/Boat Parking,Side Yard Access,Workshop in Garage,Parking Lot,Garage Door Opener
Lot Features Level,Premium Lot,Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped,Private,Security Gate
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 20037.6
Skirt Brick Veneer Skirt
Building Area Total 3276
Lot Size Acres 0.46
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

9/9/2026 Listed $2,498,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94530

Price
AVG $1.22M
$2.5M
Year Built
AVG 1953
1939

Areas That We Cover

8765 Terrace Drive El Cerrito, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $2498000 with 3276 sqft and a lot size of 0.46 Acres Acre(s). 8765 Terrace Drive El Cerrito has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1939. The property's zip code is 94530 which is in El Cerrito, CA

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