Get ready to fall head-over-heels for this adorable 2+ bed, 1 bath bungalow in prime El Cerrito. Smart upgrades such as owned solar panels with a battery backup, an EV charger, an energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling, and beautiful new (2026) and refinished hardwood floors. A flexible third space at the back of the house is ready to become your dedicated home office, inspiring workout room, or cozy guest retreat.* The kitchen features gorgeous Heath tile, handsome quartz countertops, a wall oven with a side swing door, and gas cooktop. Easy access to the garage and laundry. Outside, you’ll find two fantastic spaces: a front garden perfect for soaking up the sun and socializing with the neighbors, and a wide-open back garden with a mix of sun and shade. The peaceful soundtrack of the creek just beyond the back fence seals the deal, creating a truly tranquil atmosphere. Convenient access to shops, restaurants, freeway, transportation and El Cerrito BART. *Buyer to verify.
Sold for $1,020,000
$1,020,000
5437 Poinsett Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
2beds
1,180sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$1,002,600 Zestimate®
$864/sqft
$3,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,002,600
$902,000 - $1.11M
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Listed by:
Shannon Prokup DRE #01865014 510-813-8400,
Red Oak Realty,
Eve Levine DRE #02133046,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Richard Boulet, DRE #02135269
Red Oak Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41128570
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Heating
- Heat Pump
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer
Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,180
- Total interior livable area: 1,180 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Down
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5003100145
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $864/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $275,292
- Annual tax amount: $4,519
- Date on market: 3/25/2026
- Listing terms: CalHFA,Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange,FHA,VA Loan,Other,Creative
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/21/2026 | Sold | $1,020,000+23.6%$864/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41128570 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Pending sale | $825,000$699/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41128570 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $825,000+385.3%$699/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41128570 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/1997 | Sold | $170,000$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,519 +2.3% | $275,292 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,417 +1.8% | $269,895 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,340 +2.2% | $264,604 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,248 +1.1% | $259,417 +2% |
| 2021 | $4,202 +4.6% | $254,331 +1% |
| 2020 | $4,017 +2.3% | $251,724 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,925 +3.8% | $246,789 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,782 +1.5% | $241,951 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,725 +0.6% | $237,208 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,703 -1.7% | $232,558 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,766 | $229,066 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,766 | $224,580 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $223,566 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $219,183 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $214,886 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $213,281 +1.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $210,782 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $206,650 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $202,599 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $198,628 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $194,734 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $190,916 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $187,418 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $183,745 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $180,143 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
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- 7/10Mira Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.3 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.2 mi
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