Seller's Agent in 2025
Derek Han
Bhg Reliance Partners
(510) 847-5598
5 in this area
148 Total Sales
5216 School St El Cerrito, CA 94530
Richmond Annex NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $848,000 - $982,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,305
Sq Ft
$706/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power Battery
- Engineered Wood Flooring
- No HOA
- Updated Kitchen
- Stone Countertops
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of April 2025Tucked behind a sleek horizontal fence, this light-filled modern home blends privacy, style, and comfort - just 0.5 mile from El Cerrito Del Norte BART, making it a commuter’s dream. Excellent curb appeal, behind the cheerful yellow door, you’ll find an open floor plan, trendy flooring, a cozy fireplace, and a charming bay window. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly into a stylish kitchen, features quartz counters, a farmhouse sink, and energy-efficient appliances. Enjoy three spacious bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with a walk-in closet, jet tub, and bidet. The private backyard is a garden lover’s dream with mature fruit trees and raised planter boxes. The detached two-car garage includes a bonus full bath - ideal for a home office, gym, or guest setup. Sitting on a large lot with ADU potential, this home also equips with owned solar panels, a mini-split HVAC system, and Nest thermostat. Conveniently located, easy access to freeways, public transit, short ride to well-respected schools like Korematsu Middle and El Cerrito High School, local shopping, dining, Farmers Market, Ranch 99 Mall, Costco, the Ohlone Greenway, hiking trails, and more. A rare blend of modern comfort, flexible living space, and incredible value - this is the home you’ve been waiting for!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1961
Lot Details
- 6,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Garden
- Back and Front Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Area
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Engineered Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Smart Thermostat
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power Battery
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by seller
Utilities
- Multiple cooling system units
- Multiple Heating Units
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bay East Association
- El Cerrito Subdivision
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 28, 2025
Closed on
Apr 16, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Derek Han
Bhg Reliance Partners
Buyer's Agent
Matt Roth
Matt Roth
List Price
$749,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
$201,000
26.84%
Views
162
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.53%
Original Mortgage
$450,000
Interest Rate
0.0667%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 1, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$363,000
Interest Rate
0.034%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 3, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$375,000
Interest Rate
0.0362%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$639,200
Interest Rate
0.0383%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 22, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
0.0347%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 11, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$360,000
Interest Rate
0.0347%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Listed On Document | ||
| $950,000 | Old Republic Title | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title | ||
| $825,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| -- | First American Title Company | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $450,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $273,000 | ||
| Closed | $450,000 | ||
| Closed | $363,000 | ||
| Closed | $375,000 | ||
| Closed | $639,200 | ||
| Closed | $360,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 04/30/25 | Sold | $950,000 | +26.8% | $728 / Sq Ft |
| 04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | For Sale | $749,000 | -- | $574 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 | $13,235 | $938,705 | $568,913 | $369,792 |
| 2024 | $12,925 | $920,300 | $557,758 | $362,542 |
| 2023 | $12,684 | $902,256 | $546,822 | $355,434 |
| 2022 | $12,503 | $884,565 | $536,100 | $348,465 |
| 2021 | $12,463 | $867,222 | $525,589 | $341,633 |
| 2019 | $11,694 | $841,500 | $510,000 | $331,500 |
| 2018 | $6,766 | $459,000 | $306,000 | $153,000 |
| 2017 | $6,661 | $450,000 | $300,000 | $150,000 |
| 2016 | $6,684 | $445,000 | $347,658 | $97,342 |
| 2015 | $6,290 | $406,500 | $317,580 | $88,920 |
| 2014 | $4,765 | $291,500 | $227,735 | $63,765 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Derek Han
-
Matt Roth
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Matt Roth
Matt Roth
(323) 428-9475
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41091142
APN: 509-021-011-2
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