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
  • MLS#
  • 41146681
Listed By: Nicholas Liesenfeld with EXP Realty of California, Inc; 510-606-0107
Data Source: California Regional MLS (CRMLS)

Features

General

Living Area 2396
Heating See Remarks
Cooling See Remarks
Possession Close Of Escrow
Architectural Style Modern
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Stone
Year Built 1951
Stories Count 2
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Contra Costa
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Attached Garage false
Subdivision Name ARLINGTON HILLS
Garage Y/N false
Full Baths 3
Status Active
Directions Cross Street: Moeser.
City El Cerrito
Lot Size Units Square Feet
Lot Size Square Feet 7841
Standard Status Active
Occupancy Type Vacant
Property Sub Type Additional Single Family Residence
PostalCity EL CERRITO

Interior Features

Flooring See Remarks
Fireplace Features None
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Fireplace Y/N true
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 3

Exterior Features

Parking Features Other
Lot Features Sloped Down
Lot Size Area 7841
Lot Size Acres 0.18
Private Pool false
Lot Size Source Public Records

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

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$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Temecula, 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 Unknown Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

8/30/2026 Listed $899,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94530

Price
AVG $1.21M
$900K
Year Built
AVG 1952
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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