Nestled in an enclave of striking mid-century homes, this custom-built jewel w/ expansive views is located in one of the East Bay's most prestigious neighborhoods. Showcasing original features like vaulted knotty wood ceilings, wood slat panel walls, crown molding with hidden lighting, and walls of glass, it offers stunning views of the Bay, downtown San Francisco, Golden Gate Bridge, and Mount Tamalpais. Carefully preserved & refreshed, the home retains its period charm. Living room, w/ 12-foot ceilings & floor-to-ceiling windows, opens to a deck w/ cable railings, ideal for sunset gatherings. Stylish kitchen features quartz counters, restored cabinetry, an office nook, and a BlueStar 6-burner stove. The kitchen flows into the dining and family rooms w/ 14-foot ceilings & huge skylight, with a vintage rotisserie grill, built-in cocktail bar, & overlooking the courtyard. Up a few stairs, two vaulted-ceiling bedrooms have built-in desks, & share a modern bath. Primary suite offers floor-to-ceiling windows w/ stellar views, 3 closets, spa-like bath. 4th bedroom downstairs has an en-suite bath, bonus space, and separate entrance. The backyard is a paradise with paths, fruit trees, patios, and plenty of room for gardening. Termite clear! OPEN 11/14, 9:30am-12:30pm, 11/16 & 11/17, 2-4
Sold for $2,260,000
Tax assessed value
$2,260,000
8665 Don Carol Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
4beds
3,129sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$2,272,200 Zestimate®
$722/sqft
$6,035 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,272,200
$2.04M - $2.52M
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Fruit treesPeriod charmExpansive viewsGolden gate bridgeSpa-like bathOffice nookHuge skylight
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Listed by:
Grace Bishop DRE #01245471 510-872-4512,
Red Oak Realty
Bought with:
Annie Cheng, DRE #02003155
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Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41078617
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Features
- Dining Area, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,129
- Total interior livable area: 3,129 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Int Access From Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Mt Tamalpais
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Bay Bridge,Golden Gate Bridge
Lot
- Size: 8,712 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Up
Details
- Parcel number: 5053320197
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $722/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,260,000
- Annual tax amount: $44,156
- Date on market: 11/9/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2024 | Sold | $2,260,000+7.9%$722/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41078617 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2024 | Pending sale | $2,095,000$670/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41078617 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $2,095,000$670/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41078617 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $44,156 +988.5% | $2,260,000 +864.3% |
| 2024 | $4,057 +1.9% | $234,367 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,982 +2.4% | $229,773 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,888 +1.3% | $225,269 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,840 +4.6% | $220,853 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,671 +2.4% | $218,590 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,583 +3.9% | $214,305 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,450 +1.5% | $210,104 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,398 +0.7% | $205,985 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,374 +2.2% | $201,947 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,301 | $198,914 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,301 | $195,019 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $194,138 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $190,333 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $186,602 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $185,208 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $185,649 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $182,010 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $178,442 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $174,944 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $171,515 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $168,153 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $165,073 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $161,838 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $158,666 |
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Neighborhood: 94530
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- 10/10Madera Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 5/10Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10El Cerrito Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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