NOT LISTED FOR SALE

556 Norvell St El Cerrito, CA 94530

El Cerrito Area

Estimated Value: $1,048,695

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,135 Sq Ft
$924/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 21, 2025

Last sale price $1,025,000 $903 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,348 / mo

26 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Corner Lot
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Stone Countertops
  • 3-minute walk to Centennial Park

About This Home

As of November 2025

Discover this fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow on a sunny corner lot in El Cerrito. Thoughtfully updated, the home offers modern comfort while retaining its timeless charm. The bright living areas connect effortlessly to a private backyard, ideal for gatherings, gardening, or unwinding outdoors. The inviting eat-in kitchen features original built-ins and cabinetry paired with newer appliances, blending vintage character with refreshed style. A spacious basement adds versatility for storage, creative space, or expansion. Major system upgrades include electrical and a new furnace, providing peace of mind for years to come. Ideally located, this home is just minutes from BART for easy commuting, and close to shopping, restaurants, and local favorites such as El Cerrito Natural, Banter, Rialto Cinemas, and Trader Joe’s. With its functional layout and prime location, this move-in ready bungalow is a standout opportunity in one of the Bay Area’s most desirable communities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JUNE MCDANIELS

BHG RE Reliance Partners License #01307858 Listed on: 10/01/2025

BHG RE Reliance Partners

Co-Listed By

Sarah Torney

BHG RE Reliance Partners License #01945167

Last Buyer's Agent

Out Of Area Out

OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER License #88888888

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 3,400 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Backyard Sprinklers
  • Garden
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,135 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Crawl Space

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

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

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

3,400 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Back Yard, Sprinklers In Rear
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.08
  • Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
  • Has HOA?: No
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBPRUD 01
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBBPRUD 01
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • MLS Status: Sold
  • Standard Status: Closed
  • Subdivision Name: FAIRMOUNT
  • Directions: Lincoln to Norvell
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Full
  • Has Basement?: Yes
  • Has Cooling?: No
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Living Area: 1135
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Updated Kitchen
  • Stories: 1
  • Primary Bath Includes:: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Yard Space
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Condition: Existing
  • Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 3400

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 1, 2025
Closed on
Nov 13, 2025
Sold by
Mccombe Richard D
Bought by
Seller's Agent
JUNE MCDANIELS
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Buyer's Agent
Out Of Area Out
OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,025,000
Premium/Discount to List
$126,000
14.02%
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
$1,048,695

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,695
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.83%
Original Mortgage
$358,750
Outstanding Balance
$355,651
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$693,044

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 2, 2013
Sold by
Mccombe Richard D and Solar Stephanie
Bought by
Mccombe Richard D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,000
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in El Cerrito, CA

  • Stephen Beard Real Estate Agent - Kw Advisors East Bay

    Stephen Beard

    Kw Advisors East Bay

    (510) 962-7729

    45 Total Sales

    1 in El Cerrito

    $940,000 Price

    Stephen Beard
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  • Hector Garcia Real Estate Agent - BLVD Real Estate

    Hector Garcia

    BLVD Real Estate

    (510) 370-4028

    41 Total Sales

    1 in El Cerrito

    $1,150,000 Price

    Hector Garcia
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  • Betty Taisch Real Estate Agent - Compass

    Betty Taisch

    Compass

    (415) 842-2964

    96 Total Sales

    1 in El Cerrito

    $820,000 Price

    Betty Taisch
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  • Meghan Diehl Real Estate Agent - Keller Williams Realty

    Meghan Diehl

    Keller Williams Realty

    (925) 940-7309

    36 Total Sales

    2 in El Cerrito

    $1,350,000 Price Range

    Meghan Diehl
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  • Rick Capps Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Bartels

    Rick Capps

    Coldwell Banker Bartels

    (341) 999-5209

    68 Total Sales

    1 in El Cerrito

    $1,100,000 Price

    Rick Capps
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  • Marcia Hadeler Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley

    Marcia Hadeler

    Coldwell Banker Brokers of the Valley

    (707) 339-4027

    58 Total Sales

    1 in El Cerrito

    $1,110,000 Price

    Marcia Hadeler
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,025,000 Chicago Title
Mccombe Richard D -- First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $358,750
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $500,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $20,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $330,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $42,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $310,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $272,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $220,000
Previous Owner Mccombe Richard D $156,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/21/2025 11/21/25 Sold $1,025,000 +14.0% $903 / Sq Ft
10/27/2025 10/27/25 Pending -- -- --
10/01/2025 10/01/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $792 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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
2026 $4,582 $1,025,000 $750,000 $275,000
2025 $4,582 $266,805 $124,043 $142,762
2024 $4,407 $261,574 $121,611 $139,963
2023 $4,407 $256,446 $119,227 $137,219
2022 $4,317 $251,419 $116,890 $134,529
2021 $4,273 $246,491 $114,599 $131,892
2019 $3,999 $239,181 $111,200 $127,981
2018 $3,858 $234,492 $109,020 $125,472
2017 $3,803 $229,895 $106,883 $123,012
2016 $3,783 $225,388 $104,788 $120,600
2015 $3,702 $222,003 $103,214 $118,789
2014 $3,671 $217,656 $101,193 $116,463
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • JUNE MCDANIELS Real Estate Agent - BHG RE Reliance Partners

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    JUNE MCDANIELS

    BHG RE Reliance Partners

    (510) 866-9668

    83 Total Sales

    JUNE MCDANIELS
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  • ST

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Sarah Torney

    BHG RE Reliance Partners

  • OO

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Out Of Area Out

    OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41113340

bridgeMLS

APN: 504-072-035-0

California Contra Costa County El Cerrito 94530

556 Norvell St, El Cerrito, CA

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