$825,000
SOLD JUL 1, 2025

1612 Elm St El Cerrito, CA 94530

2 Beds
1 Bath
884 Sq Ft
2,178 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$933 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 1612 Elm Street — a two-bedroom, one-bath cutie patootie that blends classic charm with modern updates in one of El Cerrito’s most desirable neighborhoods. Step inside to discover a beautifully remodeled bathroom and a stylish, updated kitchen perfect for whipping up your favorite meals. A convenient laundry room just off the kitchen adds function to the charm. The larger bedroom features a generous walk-in closet, offering rare storage space you’ll truly appreciate. Natural light fills every corner of this inviting home, creating a warm and welcoming vibe from the moment you walk in. Out back, you’ll find a picture-perfect landscaped yard, ideal for relaxing, gardening, or weekend get-togethers. Need extra space? The detached garage offers bonus room potential — think home office, gym, creative studio, or storage — giving you flexibility to make it your own. Tucked on a quiet street but close to BART, parks, top-rated schools, and beloved local shops and eateries, 1612 Elm St. is the perfect place to land. Come fall in love with your next home — this little gem won’t last long! 1612elmst.com

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kerry Lyon

Salt & Pine Real Estate License #02030096 Listed on: 05/30/2025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,597

Year Built

1951

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBSAPRE
  • Subdivision Name: EL CERRITO
  • Directions: Richmond St to Potrero to Elm
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 1951

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Siding - Stucco
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 30, 2025
Closed on
Jun 26, 2025
Sold by
Guerrero Sandra R
Bought by
Chinn Family Revocable Living Trust and Chinn
Seller's Agent
Kerry Lyon
Salt & Pine Real Estate
List Price
$729,000
Sold Price
$825,000
Premium/Discount to List
$96,000
13.17%
Views
4

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-71.07%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 28, 2005
Sold by
Chen Allen E and Chen Linda Z
Bought by
Guerrero Sandra R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$400,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2005
Sold by
Zee Linda and Chen Linda Z
Bought by
Chen Allen E and Chen Linda Z
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $825,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $500,000 Commonwealth Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $400,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Sold $825,000 +13.2% $933 / Sq Ft
06/10/2025 06/10/25 Pending -- -- --
05/30/2025 05/30/25 For Sale $729,000 -- $825 / 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 $9,597 $683,274 $415,433 $267,841
2024 $9,597 $669,878 $407,288 $262,590
2023 $9,423 $656,744 $399,302 $257,442
2022 $9,280 $643,868 $391,473 $252,395
2021 $9,240 $631,245 $383,798 $247,447
2019 $8,663 $612,523 $372,415 $240,108
2018 $8,360 $600,513 $365,113 $235,400
2017 $8,228 $588,739 $357,954 $230,785
2016 $8,200 $577,196 $350,936 $226,260
2015 $6,939 $470,000 $285,761 $184,239
2014 $6,006 $395,500 $240,464 $155,036
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41099046

bridgeMLS

APN: 502-212-006-6