NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1515 Madera Ct El Cerrito, CA 94530

Estimated Value: $1,832,000 - $2,474,000

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,850 Sq Ft
$565/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 10, 2020

Last sale price $1,750,000 $455 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $13,537/month

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • Custom Home
  • 12,000 Sq Ft lot
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Stone Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2020

Views, views, views! Nestled on a cul-de-sac in the El Cerrito Hills sits this spacious view home. You are greeted by an entry oasis with beautiful stonework, custom entry gate, fountain, and view all the way through to the bay. Inside is a gracious open living space with remodeled kitchen, dining area, living room with view deck and gas fireplace, and family room/den with incredible views to SF, the Bay, Golden Gate bridge, and more! Completing the main floor is the master en-suite with remodeled bathroom, second bedroom, second full bath, laundry room, and half bath. Just down the stairs is a third living space with wet-bar perfect for lounging with friends plus two more bedrooms, both with views to the bay, and one full bath. Copper gutters & flashing, fire/wind rated metal shingle roof, owned solar panels, solar water heater, EV charging, and more! One block to high-performing Madera Elementary School and a short distance to Arlington Park. More photos soon 1515Madera dot com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alissa Custer

District Homes License #01703944 Listed on: 06/20/2020

Co-Listed By

JESSICA WAGGONER

MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY License #02084131

Last Buyer's Agent

Jennifer Graham

Compass License #01368134

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $25,477

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • City Lights
  • Hills

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Metal Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Raised Hearth
  • Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Tile Flooring
  • Washer

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Water Filtration System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Built by Contemporary
  • El Cerrito Hills Subdivision, View Home Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5054220040

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$25,477

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBMAR 01
  • Subdivision Name: El Cerrito Hills
  • Directions: Arlington to Madera Drive to Madera Court
  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Filter System
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Insert, Living Room, Raised Hearth
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Premium Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water
  • Builder Name: Contemporary
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Int Access From Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned, 220 Volts in Kitchen

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12000
  • Parcel Number: 5054220040

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2020
Closed on
Jul 7, 2020
Sold by
Martin Kenneth Wade and Martin Susan Cook
Bought by
Goren Steven and Goren Eva
Seller's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Jennifer Graham
Compass
List Price
$1,449,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Premium/Discount to List
$301,000
20.77%
Current Estimated Value
$2,176,377

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$426,377
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 1996
Sold by
Berryman Bill G
Bought by
Martin Kenneth Wade and Martin Susan Cook

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$452,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Goren Steven $1,750,000 Old Republic Ttl Co Berkeley
Martin Kenneth Wade $565,000 American Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Martin Kenneth Wade $452,000
Closed Martin Kenneth Wade $56,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $1,750,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,750,000 -- --
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Sold $1,750,000 +20.8% $455 / Sq Ft
07/01/2020 07/01/20 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2020 06/20/20 For Sale $1,449,000 -- $376 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $25,477 $1,894,254 $1,028,309 $865,945
2024 $24,987 $1,857,113 $1,008,147 $848,966
2023 $24,987 $1,820,700 $988,380 $832,320
2022 $24,665 $1,785,000 $969,000 $816,000
2021 $24,628 $1,750,000 $950,000 $800,000
2019 $11,888 $824,906 $365,004 $459,902
2018 $11,473 $808,733 $357,848 $450,885
2017 $11,284 $792,877 $350,832 $442,045
2016 $11,242 $777,331 $343,953 $433,378
2015 $11,276 $765,656 $338,787 $426,869
2014 $10,931 $750,659 $332,151 $418,508
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alissa Custer

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Alissa Custer

    District Homes

    (510) 460-5105

    87 in this area

    220 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2020

    JESSICA WAGGONER

    MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY

  • Jennifer Graham

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Jennifer Graham

    Compass

    (510) 409-9916

    2 in this area

    38 Total Sales

    Jennifer Graham
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40909395

bridgeMLS

APN: 505-422-004-0

California Contra Costa County El Cerrito 94530

1515 Madera Ct, El Cerrito, CA

This home is located at 1515 Madera Ct, El Cerrito, CA 94530 since 20 June 2020 and is currently estimated at $2,176,377, approximately $565 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 1515 Madera Ct is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Madera Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School, and El Cerrito Senior High School.

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