$1,180,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2025

2520 Tassajara Ave El Cerrito, CA 94530

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,812 Sq Ft
4,900 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$651 Per Sq Ft

18% Above List Price

64 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Tassajara Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Nestled in the serene surroundings of El Cerrito Hills, this desirable mid-century split-level home offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and modern upgrades. The open-concept main level is designed for effortless entertaining, featuring a beautifully renovated kitchen with generous storage and counter space, a cozy breakfast nook, formal dining area, and an inviting living room centered around a classic fireplace. Three spacious bedrooms and two upgraded bathrooms complete the main level, offering comfort and functionality for everyday living. Downstairs, a versatile bonus room with a private entrance is ideal as a guest room, home office, or creative studioperfect for today's flexible lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Raymond Szeto

Creative Investments Corp. License #01168593 Listed on: 04/17/2025

Co-Listed By

Danny Lam

Creative Investments Corp. License #01120965

Last Buyer's Agent

AARON BALUYOT

eXp Realty of California License #01357478

eXp Realty of California

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,351

Year Built

  • Built in 1957 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4,900 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Low Maintenance Yard

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,812 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Raised Hearth
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Bonus Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Quartz Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 500-200-013-0

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,351

Year Built

Built in 1957 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached, Full
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Remodeled/Updated: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Raised Hearth, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining/Living Combo
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Number Of Rooms: 8
  • Appliances: Built-in Electric Oven, Built-in Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cook Top, Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Self/Cont Clean Oven
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter, Stone Counter
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Area, Inside Room, Washer Included
  • Lower Level: Family Room, Garage
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Price Per Square Foot: 651.21
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Square Footage: 1812.00
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood
  • Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • Foundation: Slab
  • View: Bay, Park

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Access: Side by Side
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Interior Access
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Type: On Site (Single Family Only)
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Gas, MultiZone
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: Contra Costa

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 500-200-013-0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Low Maintenance
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4900.00
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • Price Per Acre: 10488888.89

MLS Schools

  • School District County: Contra Costa

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 2, 2025
Sold by
Yamamoto Richard S and Yamamoto Samantha C
Bought by
Tawil Lisa E and Osborne Peter E
Seller's Agent
Raymond Szeto
Creative Investments Corp.
Buyer's Agent
AARON BALUYOT
eXp Realty of California
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$1,180,000
Premium/Discount to List
$182,000
18.24%
Views
106

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
54.59%
Original Mortgage
$806,000
Outstanding Balance
$805,321
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$454,355

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2021
Closed on
Dec 15, 2021
Sold by
Sanzo Ronald and Sanzo Caitlin
Bought by
Yamamoto Richard S and Yamamoto Samantha C
Seller's Agent
Darrell Hoh
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
OUT OF AREA OUT
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$998,000
Sold Price
$1,440,000
Premium/Discount to List
$442,000
44.29%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.48%
Original Mortgage
$1,080,000
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2019
Sold by
Sanzo Ronald and Sanzo Caitlin
Bought by
Sanzo Ronald and Sanzo Caitlin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$670,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 12, 2016
Sold by
Jones William C and Jones Gail C
Bought by
Sanzo Ronald and Tridle Caitlin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$701,600
Interest Rate
3.54%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 $1,180,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,440,000 Chicago Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Boston National Title
Grant Deed $877,000 North American Title Co Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $806,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,080,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $670,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $701,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $326,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $324,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $321,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $294,500 Unknown
Previous Owner $265,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $265,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $210,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $22,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $182,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Sold $1,180,000 0.0% $651 / Sq Ft
06/20/2025 06/20/25 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2025 06/18/25 Price Changed $1,180,000 +18.2% $651 / Sq Ft
04/17/2025 04/17/25 For Sale $998,000 -30.7% $551 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,440,000 -- --
12/21/2021 12/21/21 Sold $1,440,000 +44.3% $795 / Sq Ft
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2021 11/10/21 For Sale $998,000 -- $551 / Sq Ft
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

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 $18,351 $1,353,000 $939,584 $413,416
2024 $18,351 $1,342,000 $931,944 $410,056
2023 $17,558 $1,280,000 $900,000 $380,000
2022 $19,727 $1,440,000 $1,000,000 $440,000
2021 $13,385 $940,318 $643,320 $296,998
2019 $12,563 $912,430 $624,240 $288,190
2018 $12,129 $894,540 $612,000 $282,540
2017 $11,934 $877,000 $600,000 $277,000
2016 $4,286 $267,751 $111,648 $156,103
2015 $4,298 $263,730 $109,971 $153,759
2014 $4,261 $258,565 $107,817 $150,748
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 425029151

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

APN: 500-200-013-0