NOT LISTED FOR SALE

315 Behrens St El Cerrito, CA 94530

Estimated Value: $1,572,000 - $1,954,000

6 Beds
5 Baths
3,167 Sq Ft
$570/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 03, 2021

Last sale price $2,008,000 $634 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,389/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to El Cerrito Plaza Station
  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Harding Park

About This Home

As of December 2021

An El Cerrito rarity, 315 Behrens features 5 beds and 4 baths spread out over 3,167 square feet in the main house and a detached ADU with 1 bedroom and 1 bath. On the main level enjoy two expansive living rooms, a large dining room, bedroom with deck patio and updated en-suite bathroom, second bathroom, and laundry room. The remodeled kitchen (with permits!) features stainless appliances, quartz countertops, and beautiful tile. Four bedrooms with storage are located upstairs, along with the third renovated bathroom and the primary en-suite bedroom with renovated en-suite bathroom (with permits!) and upper deck patio access. A detached cottage with the fifth bathroom would make a great guest house, studio space, or private office. Minutes from EC Plaza shopping center and BART station, short distance to Solano Avenue, Fairmount shops, and Colusa Circle, and close proximity to Memorial Park, Harding Elementary, and Cerrito Vista. Enjoy life in the heart of El Cerrito!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alissa Custer

District Homes License #01703944 Listed on: 11/03/2021

Co-Listed By

JESSICA WAGGONER

MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY License #02084131

Last Buyer's Agent

Anthony Cassel

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01475854

Kw Advisors East Bay

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $23,097

Year Built

  • Built in 1902

Lot Details

  • 7,598 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Carport
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Farmhouse Style Home
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • 5 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Zoned Heating
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Fairmount Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 504192006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$23,097

Year Built

Built in 1902

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1902
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBODH
  • Subdivision Name: FAIRMOUNT
  • Directions: Fairmount to Behrens
  • Architectural Style: Farm House
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Brick, Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Carport - 2 Or More, Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Utilities: All Public Utilities
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7598
  • Parcel Number: 504192006
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 3, 2021
Closed on
Nov 22, 2021
Sold by
Donovan Rachel and Donovan David
Bought by
Lau Cheney Donald Michael and Lau Cheney Helen
Seller's Agent
Alissa Custer
District Homes
Buyer's Agent
Anthony Cassel
Kw Advisors East Bay
List Price
$1,398,000
Sold Price
$2,008,000
Premium/Discount to List
$610,000
43.63%
Current Estimated Value
$1,804,375

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$203,625
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.70%
Original Mortgage
$1,204,800
Outstanding Balance
$1,105,517
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$698,858

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 1998
Sold by
Donovan John W and Donovan Lise
Bought by
Donovan John W and Donovan Lise
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
Lau Cheney Donald Michael $2,008,000 Old Republic Title Company
Donovan John W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Lau Cheney Donald Michael $1,204,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $2,008,000 -- --
12/03/2021 12/03/21 Sold $2,008,000 +43.6% $634 / Sq Ft
11/12/2021 11/12/21 Pending -- -- --
11/03/2021 11/03/21 For Sale $1,398,000 -- $441 / 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 $23,097 $1,730,000 $1,033,865 $696,135
2024 $23,097 $1,705,000 $1,018,924 $686,076
2023 $23,696 $1,752,000 $1,047,000 $705,000
2022 $27,156 $2,008,000 $1,200,000 $808,000
2021 $2,429 $89,627 $32,989 $56,638
2019 $1,956 $86,970 $32,011 $54,959
2018 $1,879 $85,266 $31,384 $53,882
2017 $1,853 $83,595 $30,769 $52,826
2016 $1,830 $81,957 $30,166 $51,791
2015 $1,827 $80,727 $29,713 $51,014
2014 $1,768 $79,146 $29,131 $50,015
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Alissa Custer

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Alissa Custer

    District Homes

    (510) 460-5105

    85 in this area

    217 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    JESSICA WAGGONER

    MARVIN GARDENS EAST BAY

  • Anthony Cassel

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Anthony Cassel

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (415) 310-0066

    1 in this area

    112 Total Sales

    Anthony Cassel
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40973160

bridgeMLS

APN: 504-192-006-6

California Contra Costa County El Cerrito 94530

315 Behrens St, El Cerrito, CA

This home is located at 315 Behrens St, El Cerrito, CA 94530 since 03 November 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,804,375, approximately $569 per square foot. This property was built in 1902. 315 Behrens St is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Harding Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School, and El Cerrito Senior High School.

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