Experience the ideal combination of comfort and elegance in this remarkable 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home. Nestled in the sun-drenched rolling hills of El Cerrito, this charming residence radiates an inviting atmosphere. With its warm character, be prepared to be enchanted by the gardens and patios that surround this home. This open, clean, and bright home comes with a very large combination living and dining area, both have views of the Bay and Mt Tam. Three bedrooms and two baths upstairs including a master suite. Half-bath downstairs. Fireplace in living room and an extra-large 2-car garage with interior entry. Several garden areas which include an endless variety of mature fruit trees and flowers. With 2.5 well-appointed bathrooms, mornings will be a breeze, offering convenience and comfort for you and your guests. Nestled in a serene neighborhood, this home offers breathtaking views of the Bay and the iconic Mt. Tamalpais, making every day feel like a getaway. This captivating property at 2536 Carquinez Ave is more than just a house; it’s a lifestyle. Easy access to BART, three lovely parks, and AC Transit bus on Barrett. Don’t miss your chance to make it your own—schedule a tour today!
Sold for $1,050,000
$1,050,000
2536 Carquinez Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
3beds
1,504sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$1,005,700 Zestimate®
$698/sqft
$5,469 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,005,700
$905,000 - $1.13M
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Sun-drenched rolling hillsGardens and patiosMaster suiteWell-appointed bathrooms
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Listed by:
Cherie Carson DRE #01747192 510-388-2489,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Tatum Boyle, DRE #02042918
Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41091708
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No Additional Rooms
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, In Kitchen, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,504
- Total interior livable area: 1,504 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Three or More Stories
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Terraced Back
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Mountain(s)
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Up, Back Yard, Bay/Harbor, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 5002300027
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $698/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,144,517
- Annual tax amount: $15,881
- Date on market: 4/2/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2025 | Sold | $1,050,000+11.1%$698/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091708 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2025 | Pending sale | $945,000$628/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091708 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2025 | Price change | $945,000-5%$628/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091708 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $995,000-3%$662/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091708 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2019 | Sold | $1,026,000+40.7%$682/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40862426 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2019 | Pending sale | $729,000$485/sqft |
Source: MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY #40862426 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2019 | Listed for sale | $729,000$485/sqft |
Source: MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY #40862426 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,881 +2.4% | $1,144,517 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,509 +1.9% | $1,122,077 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,219 +1.4% | $1,100,076 +2% |
| 2022 | $15,013 +0.3% | $1,078,507 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,974 +5% | $1,057,361 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,255 +685.9% | $1,046,520 +1432.8% |
| 2019 | $1,814 +4% | $68,273 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,745 +1.3% | $66,935 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,722 +1.3% | $65,624 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,700 +3.7% | $64,338 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,640 | $63,373 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,640 | $62,133 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $61,853 +11% |
| 2012 | -- | $55,740 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $54,648 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $54,241 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $54,371 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $53,306 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $52,262 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $51,238 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $50,234 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $49,250 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,348 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $47,401 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $46,472 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
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- 10/10Madera Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
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