Offered for the first time in over 70 years, 5838 Columbia Avenue presents a rare opportunity to be just the third owner of this 1948 construction home. This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cinder block constructed home spans 1,079 square feet and sits on a generous 5,000 square foot lot, ideal for homeowners looking to customize or developers seeking their next project. There is also a 350 square foot, detached garage. Located in the desirable Richmond Annex neighborhood, this property combines suburban tranquility with unbeatable convenience. Zoned for the highly regarded West Contra Costa Unified School District (El Cerrito Schools), and just minutes from El Cerrito BART, shopping, parks, and freeway access, the location offers seamless connectivity to the East Bay, San Francisco and Marin County. Whether you're dreaming of a thoughtful renovation, an expansion, or starting fresh, this fixer-upper holds unlimited potential to create lasting value. Don't miss your chance to reimagine this long-cherished home to suit today's lifestyle.
Sold for $700,000
$700,000
5838 Columbia Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
3beds
1,079sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$688,500 Zestimate®
$649/sqft
$3,069 Estimated rent
Home value
$688,500
$620,000 - $771,000
$3,069/mo
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Cinder block constructed home
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Listed by:
Christopher J. Smith DRE #01740857 415-533-3137,
City Real Estate 415-325-2295
Bought with:
Steven Luu
Realty ONE Group Future
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425051156
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- 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
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,079
- Total interior livable area: 1,079 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Uncovered Parking Space, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Uncovered Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5101160058
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, See Remarks
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
Condition
- Fixer,Original
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Richmond
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $649/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $62,988
- Annual tax amount: $1,865
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter, Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2025 | Sold | $700,000+17.6%$649/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #425051156 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2025 | Pending sale | $595,000$551/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425051156 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $595,000$551/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425051156 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,865 +2.2% | $62,988 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,825 +1.6% | $61,754 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,797 +3.8% | $60,544 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,731 +2.8% | $59,357 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,683 +4.7% | $58,194 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,607 +3.3% | $57,598 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,555 +4.2% | $56,470 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,493 +8.5% | $55,364 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,376 +1.5% | $54,279 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,356 -0.8% | $53,216 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,366 | $52,417 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,366 | $51,391 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $51,159 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $50,157 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $49,175 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $48,808 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $48,925 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $47,967 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $47,027 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $46,106 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $45,203 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $44,318 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $43,506 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $42,654 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $41,818 |
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Neighborhood: Richmond Annex
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Fairmont Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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