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  • $2,152,700

    855 Bates Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

    4beds
    2,941sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1999
    -- sqft lot
    $2,152,700 Zestimate®
    $732/sqft
    $6,752 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $2,152,700

    $1.96M - $2.37M

    $6,752/mo

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    What's special

    Fully independent in-law unitPrivate entranceExpansive windowsStunning custom-built single-family homeNatural lightHigh-end finishes

    Luxury Custom Home with Iconic 3-Bridge Views on the Kensington-El Cerrito Border Perched in the El Cerrito Hills along the Kensington border, this stunning custom-built single-family home offers luxury living with panoramic views of the Golden Gate, Bay, and Richmond-San Rafael bridges extraordinary vantage point that captures the essence of the San Francisco Bay. Designed with elegance and comfort in mind, the main residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, high-end finishes, and expansive windows that flood the home with natural light. The fully independent in-law unit includes its own private entrance, kitchen, and bathroomideal for guests, multi-generational living, or premium rental potential. Nestled on a quiet street near top-rated schools, parks, BART, and the shops of both Kensington and El Cerrito, this property combines the best of convenience, privacy, and breathtaking scenery. A rare opportunity to lease a most desirable custom home.

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425062815

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Stove, Washer
    • Laundry: Cabinets, Ground Floor, In Unit, Inside, Inside Room
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Formal Entry, In-Law Floorplan, View
    • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,941 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Driveway
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    • Exterior features: 24 Hour Security, Architecture Style: Contemporary, Cabinets, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Courtyard, Covered, Covered Courtyard, Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Double Pane Windows, Double Strapped Water Heater, Driveway, Electric, Floor Covering: Stone, Flooring: Stone, Formal Entry, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Grip-Accessible Features, Ground Floor, Guest Quarters, Heating system: Central, In-Law Floorplan, Insert, Inside, Inside Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lot Features: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Street Lights, On Site (Single Family Only), Roll-In Shower, Screens, Side By Side, Skylight(s), Smoke Detector(s), Street Lights, Uncovered Courtyard, Uncovered Patio, View Type: Bay, View Type: Bay Bridge, View Type: Bridge(s), View Type: City Lights, View Type: Golden Gate Bridge, View Type: Hills, View Type: Mt Tamalpais, View Type: Panoramic, View Type: San Francisco
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: City View
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5052730214

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Contemporary
    • Property subtype: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Year built: 1999

    Community & neighborhood

    Security
    • Security features: Gated Community
    Location
    • Region: El Cerrito

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/18/2025Listing removed$10,000$3/sqft
    Source: SFAR #425062815 Report a problem
    11/7/2025Listed for rent$10,000$3/sqft
    Source: SFAR #425062815 Report a problem
    8/8/2025Listing removed$10,000$3/sqft
    Source: SFAR #425062815 Report a problem
    8/3/2025Listed for rent$10,000$3/sqft
    Source: SFAR #425062815 Report a problem
    4/28/2004Sold$1,500,000$510/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$15,144 +2.5%$1,046,210 +2%
    2024$14,776 +2%$1,025,698 +2%
    2023$14,487 +1.5%$1,005,587 +2%
    2022$14,272 +0.3%$985,870 +2%
    2021$14,225 +4.5%$966,540 +1%
    2020$13,611 +1.9%$956,630 +2%
    2019$13,356 +3.6%$937,874 +2%
    2018$12,890 +1.7%$919,486 +2%
    2017$12,678 +0.3%$901,458 +2%
    2016$12,636 +2.6%$883,783 +1.5%
    2015$12,318 $870,508 +2%
    2014$12,318 $853,456 +0.5%
    2013-- $849,600 +2%
    2012-- $832,943 +2%
    2011-- $816,612 +0.8%
    2010-- $810,510 -0.2%
    2009-- $812,437 +2%
    2008-- $796,508 +2%
    2007-- $780,891 +2%
    2006-- $765,580 +2%
    2005-- $750,570 +2%
    2004-- $735,854 +1.9%
    2003-- $722,368 +2%
    2002-- $708,205 +2%
    2001-- $694,319

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    Neighborhood: 94530

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