Welcome to this charming cottage with breathtaking views. Nestled on 10,000+ sf lot adorned with lush trees and vibrant plants. The main floor features a spacious living room and dining area boasting grand views complemented by new windows. The functional & versatile kitchen allows for easy mealtime setup and convenient space for casual family meals together. Step out of the kitchen onto the inviting patio, perfect for unforgettable al fresco gatherings. Meander through the terraced backyard with its garden beds while relishing the bountiful produce from your fruit trees. The lower level offers half bath and a sunlit area with large windows for office, workroom or any other creative use.The interior has been tastefully revitalized with fresh paint and newly refinished hardwood floors along with several new windows.
Sold for $990,000
$990,000
818 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
2beds
1,147sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$1,173,000 Zestimate®
$863/sqft
$4,241 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,173,000
$1.07M - $1.29M
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Listed by:
Mona Sorrell DRE #00836159 925-323-6370,
Bhhs Drysdale Properties
Bought with:
Paul Wong, DRE #01977499
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41042284
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 0.5 Bath, Main Entry, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Window
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self-Cleaning Oven
Heating
- Gravity, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Linoleum
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,147
- Total interior livable area: 1,147 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Undersized Garage, Workshop in Garage, Parking Lot
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Patio & porch: Terrace
- Exterior features: Garden, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, City Lights, City
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Features: Premium Lot, Sloped Up, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 5033110346
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: TV Antenna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Utilities for property: Internet Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Berkeley Country
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $863/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,009,800
- Annual tax amount: $14,457
- Date on market: 10/18/2023
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2023 | Sold | $990,000+10.2%$863/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41042284 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2023 | Pending sale | $898,000$783/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41042284 Report a problem | ||
| 10/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $898,000$783/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41042284 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,457 -29.3% | $1,009,800 +2% |
| 2024 | $20,440 +420.1% | $990,000 +418.4% |
| 2023 | $3,930 +2.8% | $190,979 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,821 +1.5% | $187,235 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,764 +4.4% | $183,565 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,604 +2.5% | $181,683 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,516 +3.9% | $178,121 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,383 +1.6% | $174,630 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,328 +1% | $171,207 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,297 +8.4% | $167,851 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,041 | $165,331 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,041 | $162,093 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $161,361 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $158,198 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $155,097 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $153,938 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $154,305 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $151,280 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $148,315 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $145,408 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $142,558 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $139,763 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $137,203 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $134,514 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $131,878 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
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- 10/10Kensington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.9 mi
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- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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- Contra Costa County
- El Cerrito
- 94530
- 818 Balra Dr
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