Charming 3BR Victorian on Corner Lot in El Cerrito. Full of character and curb appeal, this long-time owned 3-bedroom, 1-bath Victorian sits on a sunny corner lot in one of El Cerrito’s most desirable neighborhoods. Freshly painted inside and out, with rich dark hardwood floors throughout. The open floor plan makes for easy living, with all bedrooms located along one side of the home. Enjoy an updated bathroom, plus a separate laundry/mudroom for added convenience. The front and back yards are low-maintenance, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. A detached 1-car garage is currently used for storage, and there's a spacious basement ideal for hobbies, woodworking, or extra storage. Fantastic location—just minutes from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, restaurants, shops, and parks. Walkable to top-rated Madera Elementary and Cerrito Vista Park. Easy access to public transit, I-80, and I-580 for commuters. Classic charm, modern updates, and a walkable neighborhood—don’t miss this great opportunity!
Sold for $800,000
$800,000
1546 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
3beds
947sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$778,400 Zestimate®
$845/sqft
$3,367 Estimated rent
Home value
$778,400
$701,000 - $864,000
$3,367/mo
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Corner lotSunny corner lotOpen floor planRich dark hardwood floorsUpdated bathroom
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Listed by:
Ray Sharma DRE #01255064 510-728-7653,
Century 21 Bay Realty
Bought with:
Mark Choi, DRE #01433100
The Agency
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41101044
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Other
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 947
- Total interior livable area: 947 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Storage, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Other
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 5022800311
- Special conditions: Successor Trustee Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Other
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $800,000+0%$845/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41101044 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2025 | Pending sale | $799,888$845/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41101044 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2025 | Price change | $799,888-3%$845/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41101044 Report a problem | ||
| 7/16/2025 | Price change | $824,888-8.3%$871/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41101044 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $899,888$950/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41101044 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2024 | Listing removed | $2,990$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2024 | Price change | $2,990-6.6%$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2024 | Listed for rent | $3,200$3/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,777 +2% | $49,428 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,742 +1.4% | $48,460 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,719 +3.8% | $47,511 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,656 +2.9% | $46,581 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,610 +4.4% | $45,668 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,542 +3.2% | $45,201 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,494 +3.9% | $44,316 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,439 +1% | $43,448 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,424 +1.2% | $42,597 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,407 +0.2% | $41,763 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,404 | $41,137 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,404 | $40,332 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $40,151 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $39,365 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $38,594 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $38,307 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $38,399 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $37,647 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $36,910 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $36,188 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $35,479 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $34,784 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $34,147 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $33,478 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $32,822 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Madera Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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- California
- Contra Costa County
- El Cerrito
- 94530
- 1546 Elm St
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