420 S 38th St Richmond, CA 94804
Park Plaza NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,365/month
Highlights
- No HOA
- Recessed Lighting
- Tile Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Bungalow
- 2-minute walk to John F . Kennedy Park
About This Home
Why settle for a condo when you can enjoy the comfort, privacy, and independence of a full single-family home? Discover 420 S 38th Street, a beautifully updated mid-century bungalow in Richmond’s North & East neighborhood, right on the El Cerrito border. This light-filled 3BD/1BA home features an airy open layout with recessed lighting, a neutral palette, and seamless flow between living spaces. The renovated kitchen boasts white cabinetry, designer tile backsplash, sleek countertops, and stainless steel appliances, while the updated bathroom offers contemporary finishes. Low-maintenance yards provide space to relax or entertain. Conveniently located near Shields-Reid Park, Point Isabel, El Cerrito Plaza, and Berkeley’s 4th Street District, with easy access to I-80/580 and just 7 minutes to El Cerrito del Norte BART, this move-in ready home combines comfort, style, and commuter convenience. Qualified buyers may be eligible for a special financing program offering a low 3% down payment, reduced interest rate, and waiver of mortgage insurance with no first-time buyer requirement.
Open House Schedule
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Sunday, September 21, 20252:00 to 5:00 pm9/21/2025 2:00:00 PM +00:009/21/2025 5:00:00 PM +00:00Stop by and say hello to Anna!Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,763
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Tar and Gravel Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Recessed Lighting
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Built-In Range
Flooring
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- San Pablo Prop Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5131410457
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $7,763 | $451,711 | $307,211 | $144,500 |
| 2024 | $7,644 | $442,855 | $301,188 | $141,667 |
| 2023 | $7,644 | $434,173 | $295,283 | $138,890 |
| 2022 | $7,503 | $425,661 | $289,494 | $136,167 |
| 2021 | $7,427 | $417,316 | $283,818 | $133,498 |
| 2019 | $6,980 | $404,940 | $275,400 | $129,540 |
| 2018 | $2,568 | $99,082 | $70,709 | $28,373 |
| 2017 | $2,490 | $97,140 | $69,323 | $27,817 |
| 2016 | $2,423 | $95,236 | $67,964 | $27,272 |
| 2015 | $2,381 | $93,807 | $66,944 | $26,863 |
| 2014 | $2,367 | $91,970 | $65,633 | $26,337 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | For Sale | $510,000 | +27.8% | $584 / Sq Ft |
| 04/25/2018 04/25/18 | Sold | $399,000 | 0.0% | $457 / Sq Ft |
| 04/13/2018 04/13/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2018 02/09/18 | For Sale | $399,000 | -- | $457 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $397,000 | Placer Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $88,000 | Landsafe Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Landsafe Title | |
| Trustee Deed | $73,350 | Landsafe Title | |
| Grant Deed | $400,000 | Financial Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Commonwealth Land Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $64,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $385,601 | FHA | |
| Closed | $389,809 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $55,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $320,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $181,250 | Stand Alone First | |
| Previous Owner | $59,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $60,800 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41111267
APN: 513-141-045-7
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