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Sold for $1,150,000
  • $1,150,000

    926 Galvin Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530

    2beds
    1,308sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    8,276 Square Feet Lot
    $1,121,700 Zestimate®
    $879/sqft
    $3,789 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,121,700

    $998,000 - $1.26M

    $3,789/mo

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    What's special

    Mature treesSprawling backyardExpansive viewsWoodsy landscapeOversized lotMudroom with laundry hookupsWell-proportioned bedrooms
    Nestled on an oversized lot in a peaceful pocket of El Cerrito, this delightful cottage is full of character, warmth, and potential. Its classic wooden structure, set amidst a lush, woodsy landscape, creates a seamless connection to nature. Expansive views stretch across Albany Bulb, the Bay, and the San Francisco skyline. Inside, the living room exudes warmth and character, where vaulted wood-beamed ceilings lend a sense of airy charm, and the fireplace provides a cozy focal point for quiet evenings. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready to inspire, whether enjoyed as is or reimagined to suit modern tastes. A mudroom with laundry hookups leads to the sprawling backyard, where mature trees and open space allow for endless opportunities. Two well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, while the full bath retains its original charm, presenting a perfect opportunity for personal touches. Set in a quiet yet highly connected neighborhood, the home is just minutes from San Pablo Avenue’s shops and dining, major freeways, and the scenic Bay Trail. Thoughtfully preserved yet full of opportunity, this is a home with both immediate appeal and room to grow—an inviting retreat with a story waiting to continue.

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    Listed by:

    Aaron Brown DRE #01821230 510-334-6952,

    KW Advisors East Bay

    Bought with:

    Todd Hodson, DRE #00909437

    Red Oak Realty

    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41085815MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Kitchen
    • Features: Counter - Tile, Gas Range/Cooktop
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • No Air Conditioning
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range
    • Laundry: Hookups Only
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile
    • Basement: Crawl Space
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,308
    • Total interior livable area: 1,308 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: One Story
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Back Yard, Garden
    • Pool features: None
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Bay,Bay Bridge
    Lot
    • Size: 8,276 Square Feet
    • Features: Sloped Up
    Details
    • Parcel number: 5033020537
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Other equipment: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cottage
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1940

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & HOA

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: El Cerrito

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $879/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $56,199
    • Annual tax amount: $1,991
    • Date on market: 2/13/2025
    • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/3/2025Sold$1,150,000+27.9%$879/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41085815 Report a problem
    2/21/2025Pending sale$899,000$687/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41085815 Report a problem
    2/13/2025Listed for sale$899,000$687/sqft
    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41085815 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,991 +2.2%$56,199 +2%
    2024$1,947 +1.6%$55,098 +2%
    2023$1,916 +3.8%$54,019 +2%
    2022$1,846 +2.7%$52,961 +2%
    2021$1,797 -11.9%$51,924 -10.5%
    2020$2,040 +3.1%$58,026 +2%
    2019$1,978 +9.3%$56,889 +2%
    2018$1,810 +1.7%$55,774 +2%
    2017$1,780 +1.8%$54,682 +2%
    2016$1,749 +16.6%$53,611 +1.5%
    2015$1,500 $52,806 +2%
    2014$1,500 $51,773 +0.5%
    2013-- $51,540 +2%
    2012-- $50,530 +2%
    2011-- $49,540 +0.8%
    2010-- $49,171 -0.2%
    2009-- $49,289 +2%
    2008-- $48,323 +2%
    2007-- $47,376 +2%
    2006-- $46,448 +2%
    2005-- $45,538 +2%
    2004-- $44,646 +1.9%
    2003-- $43,829 +2%
    2002-- $42,971 +2%
    2001-- $42,130
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    Neighborhood: 94530

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