Nestled in the serene surroundings of El Cerrito Hills, this desirable mid-century split-level home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and modern upgrades. The open-concept main level is designed for effortless entertaining, featuring a beautifully renovated kitchen with generous storage and counter space, a cozy breakfast nook, formal dining area, and an inviting living room centered around a classic fireplace. Three spacious bedrooms and two upgraded bathrooms complete the main level, offering comfort and functionality for everyday living. Downstairs, a versatile bonus room with a private entrance is ideal as a guest room, home office, or creative studioperfect for today's flexible lifestyle.
Sold for $1,180,000
$1,180,000
2520 Tassajara Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
3beds
1,812sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
4,900 Square Feet Lot
$1,160,800 Zestimate®
$651/sqft
$5,243 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,160,800
$1.04M - $1.30M
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Listed by:
Raymond Szeto DRE #01168593 415-986-2030,
Creative Investments Corp. 415-986-2030,
Nina F. Tang DRE #01120965 415-290-7627,
Creative Investments Corp.
Bought with:
Aaron Baluyot, DRE #01357478
eXp Realty of California
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425029151
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Closet
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile
Dining room
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining/Living Combo
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter, Stone Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: View
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Fireplace(s), Gas, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside, Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,812
- Total interior livable area: 1,812 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Inside Entrance, Side By Side, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Park/Greenbelt
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 4,900 Square Feet
- Features: Garden, Landscaped, Low Maintenance
Details
- Parcel number: 5002000130
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Foundation: Slab
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $651/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,353,000
- Annual tax amount: $18,581
- Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
- Date on market: 4/17/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 64 days
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved Sidewalk
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/3/2025 | Sold | $1,180,000$651/sqft |
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| 6/24/2025 | Pending sale | $1,180,000$651/sqft |
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| 6/18/2025 | Price change | $1,180,000+18.2%$651/sqft |
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| 4/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $998,000-23.1%$551/sqft |
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| 8/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/5/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/15/2022 | Listed for rent | $4,800$3/sqft |
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| 8/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,298,000$716/sqft |
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| 8/17/2022 | Contingent | $1,298,000$716/sqft |
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| 8/4/2022 | Price change | $1,298,000+13%$716/sqft |
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| 7/25/2022 | Price change | $1,149,000-3.8%$634/sqft |
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| 5/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000-17%$659/sqft |
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| 12/21/2021 | Sold | $1,440,000+44.3%$795/sqft |
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| 11/20/2021 | Pending sale | $998,000$551/sqft |
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| 11/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $998,000+13.8%$551/sqft |
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| 12/16/2016 | Sold | $877,000+11.7%$484/sqft |
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| 11/18/2016 | Pending sale | $785,000$433/sqft |
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| 11/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $785,000$433/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $18,581 +1.2% | $1,353,000 +0.8% |
| 2024 | $18,351 +4.5% | $1,342,000 +4.8% |
| 2023 | $17,558 -11% | $1,280,000 -11.1% |
| 2022 | $19,727 +47.4% | $1,440,000 +53.1% |
| 2021 | $13,385 +4.6% | $940,318 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,801 +1.9% | $930,677 +2% |
| 2019 | $12,563 +3.6% | $912,430 +2% |
| 2018 | $12,129 +1.6% | $894,540 +2% |
| 2017 | $11,934 +178.4% | $877,000 +227.5% |
| 2016 | $4,286 +0.6% | $267,751 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $4,261 | $263,730 +2% |
| 2014 | $4,261 | $258,565 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $257,397 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $252,351 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $247,404 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $245,555 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $246,140 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $241,315 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $236,584 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $231,946 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $227,399 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $222,941 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $218,856 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $214,566 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $210,360 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94530
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Madera Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Contra Costa
Source: SFAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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