$988,000
SOLD MAY 20, 2025

535 Kearney St El Cerrito, CA 94530

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,865 Sq Ft
5,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$530 Per Sq Ft

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Bonus Room
  • 3-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled in a prime location in the heart of El Cerrito, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers the ultimate in convenience and comfort. Featuring a versatile bonus room downstairs ideal for a home office, playroom, or more, the living room boasts soaring vaulted ceilings that seamlessly flow into the dining area. The open-concept kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, high-quality cabinetry, and modern appliances, while maple hardwood floors run throughout. Step outside to beautifully landscaped front and side yards with citrus trees, orchids, alstroemeria, and other vibrant flowers. Best of all, this home is just a short walk to the El Cerrito shopping plaza, BART station, and 99 Ranch Market, putting shopping, dining, and easy commuting right at your doorstep

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jessica Yap

Pacific East Bay Real Estate License #01332158 Listed on: 04/08/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Garrett Mann

Security Pacific Real Estate License #02019705

Security Pacific Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,258

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • Multi-Level Property
  • Decorative Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Bonus Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Contra Costa Association
  • El Cerrito Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5040120072

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,258

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Subdivision Name: EL CERRITO
  • Directions: Central Exit San Pablo Ave
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Multi/Split
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: Other
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Decorative
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Stone Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Double Oven

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: CONTRA COSTA
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5000
  • Parcel Number: 5040120072
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 8, 2025
Closed on
May 14, 2025
Sold by
Yap Alex and Yap Lynn
Bought by
Song Zhuang and Ohgama Naoko
Seller's Agent
Jessica Yap
Pacific East Bay Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Garrett Mann
Security Pacific Real Estate
List Price
$988,000
Sold Price
$988,000
Views
50

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.59%
Original Mortgage
$790,400
Outstanding Balance
$789,006
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$200,212

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2015
Sold by
Yap Caroline V
Bought by
Yap Alex A and Yap Lynn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2010
Sold by
Yap Alex A and Yap Lynn
Bought by
Yap Alex A and Yap Lynn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 26, 2004
Sold by
Buescher Hildegarde
Bought by
Yap Alex A and Yap Lynn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$259,000
Interest Rate
6.29%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $988,000 Chicago Title
Grant Deed $71,000 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $518,000 Old Republic Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $790,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $227,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $259,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/20/2025 05/20/25 Sold $988,000 0.0% $530 / Sq Ft
04/08/2025 04/08/25 For Sale $988,000 -- $530 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $4,258 $254,559 $71,813 $182,746
2024 $4,258 $249,568 $70,405 $179,163
2023 $4,186 $244,675 $69,025 $175,650
2022 $4,097 $239,878 $67,672 $172,206
2021 $4,054 $235,176 $66,346 $168,830
2019 $3,788 $228,202 $64,379 $163,823
2018 $3,652 $223,728 $63,117 $160,611
2017 $3,599 $219,342 $61,880 $157,462
2016 $3,579 $215,042 $60,667 $154,375
2015 $3,589 $211,813 $59,756 $152,057
2014 $3,561 $207,665 $58,586 $149,079
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41092570

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 504-012-007-2