Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in El Cerrito’s sought-after “Views” neighborhood, this 1961 mid-century ranch home combines timeless California design, Bay views, and modern eco-conscious living. From the kitchen and expansive deck, enjoy vistas of SF, GG Bridge, and the Bay. Great for entertaining, the single-level floor plan features a spacious living room with a fireplace, large picture windows. A formal dining room remains open to the kitchen for easy conversation with the cook. The kitchen includes granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and views from the sink and the eating area. Sliding doors in both the kitchen and primary bedroom open to the generous deck, protected by a glass windscreen for year-round outdoor living and sunset views. The perfectly organized floor plan hosts three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and en suite bath. Abundant storage includes deep closets, a large storeroom beneath the kitchen, and a two-car garage with 2 EV chargers. 2.7-kilowatt solar panels with 200 Amp service, a newer Lennox efficiency heater, solar light well and window films help reduce energy use. The landscaped garden features fruit trees, raised beds, and flowers.
Sold for $1,200,000
$1,200,000
709 Gelston Pl, El Cerrito, CA 94530
3beds
1,830sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$1,148,900 Zestimate®
$656/sqft
$5,608 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,148,900
$1.03M - $1.29M
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Landscaped gardenFruit treesRaised bedsEn suite bathQuiet cul-de-sacCustom cabinetryLarge picture windows
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Listed by:
Tracy Sichterman DRE #01205767 510-520-0076,
Berkeley Hills Realty,
Linda Van Couvering DRE #01417020 510-529-6677,
Berkeley Hills Realty
Bought with:
Terry Solomon-Tilley, DRE #01992351
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Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41092529
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Storage, Solar Tube(s)
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,830
- Total interior livable area: 1,830 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay Bridge,Golden Gate Bridge
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 5052820106
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch,Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $656/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,138,265
- Annual tax amount: $15,734
- Date on market: 4/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2025 | Sold | $1,200,000+4.3%$656/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092529 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$628/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092529 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,150,000+35.3%$628/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41092529 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2006 | Sold | $850,000+29.2%$464/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2004 | Sold | $658,000+53%$360/sqft |
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| 6/16/2000 | Sold | $430,000$235/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,734 +2.4% | $1,138,265 +2% |
| 2024 | $15,371 +1.9% | $1,115,947 +2% |
| 2023 | $15,090 +1.3% | $1,094,067 +2% |
| 2022 | $14,890 +0.2% | $1,072,616 +2% |
| 2021 | $14,854 +4.6% | $1,051,585 +1% |
| 2020 | $14,206 +1.9% | $1,040,804 +2% |
| 2019 | $13,944 +3.5% | $1,020,397 +2% |
| 2018 | $13,474 +1.6% | $1,000,391 +2% |
| 2017 | $13,257 +13.7% | $980,776 +16.8% |
| 2016 | $11,661 -1.8% | $840,000 |
| 2015 | $11,876 +6.9% | $840,000 +8.4% |
| 2014 | $11,107 | $775,000 +9.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $705,000 +26.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $556,500 -10.9% |
| 2011 | -- | $624,500 -12.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $711,500 -9.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $789,500 +11% |
| 2008 | -- | $711,000 -4.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $743,500 +8.6% |
| 2006 | -- | $684,582 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $671,160 +44.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $464,836 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $456,318 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $447,371 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $438,600 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
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- 10/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
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- Contra Costa County
- Kensington
- 94530
- 709 Gelston Pl
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