639 Norvell St El Cerrito, CA 94530
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,396
Sq Ft
4,000
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
- No HOA
- 5-minute walk to Centennial Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Nestled on a picturesque, tree-lined street, this 1964 home captures the essence of mid-century modern design. With its hallmark simplicity and clean lines, the open concept living room’s focal point is a fireplace feature wall of warmly textured Lannon stone. Large windows fill the room with natural light, further enhancing the sense of openness. Rich hardwood floors flow throughout, adding continuity. Having been well maintained over the years, this three-bedroom, two-bathroom home offers an inviting space with great bones, ready for its next chapter. Designed to accommodate a wheelchair user, the home features widened doorways and an accessible kitchen and bathroom layout. While these modifications ensure convenience for many, prospective homeowners who do not require these features may wish to update the kitchen and baths to suit their individual tastes or needs. The large garage with direct access into the kitchen, provides a practical layout for unloading groceries with ease. The garage also offers potential for a workshop or creative space. The front yard is filled with drought-tolerant California native plants, on a drip irrigation system. With its solid construction, original mid-century features, and stellar location, this home is the definition of "good bones".
Co-Listed By
Tracy Sichterman
BERKELEY HILLS REALTY License #01205767
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,648
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 4,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
- Back Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Laminate Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Accessible Home Design
- Wheelchair Ramps
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Bridge Aor Association
- El Cerrito Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 5033740142
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 4, 2025
Closed on
Apr 21, 2025
Sold by
Sunday Estate Llc
Bought by
Wallace Guy Burton
Seller's Agent
Sunday Nguyen
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Buyer's Agent
DOMINIC TANG
Winkler Real Estate Group
List Price
$1,050,000
Sold Price
$1,600,000
Premium/Discount to List
$550,000
52.38%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$335,980
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-40.22%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 28, 2024
Closed on
Oct 15, 2024
Sold by
Ruthanne Shpiner Revocable Trust and Dubois Holly
Bought by
Sunday Estate Llc
Seller's Agent
Mykah Larkins
Buyer's Agent
Sunday Nguyen
Bhg Re Reliance Partners
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$870,000
Premium/Discount to List
$171,000
24.46%
Views
51
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
238.22%
Original Mortgage
$826,500
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2015
Sold by
Shpiner Ruthanne
Bought by
Shpiner Ruthanne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 18, 1998
Sold by
Shpiner Ruthanne
Bought by
Shpiner Ruthanne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 1996
Sold by
Sarkissian and Wanda
Bought by
Shpiner Ruthanne
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,600,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Grant Deed | $870,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Grant Deed | $220,000 | Chicago Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $826,500 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/23/2025 04/23/25 | Sold | $1,600,000 | +52.4% | $1,146 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2025 04/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | For Sale | $1,050,000 | +20.7% | $752 / Sq Ft |
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $870,000 | -- | -- |
| 10/23/2024 10/23/24 | Sold | $870,000 | +24.5% | $623 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2024 10/09/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/28/2024 09/28/24 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $501 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,648 | $870,000 | $670,000 | $200,000 |
| 2024 | $5,648 | $351,259 | $211,237 | $140,022 |
| 2023 | $5,551 | $344,373 | $207,096 | $137,277 |
| 2022 | $5,359 | $337,622 | $203,036 | $134,586 |
| 2021 | $5,315 | $331,003 | $199,055 | $131,948 |
| 2019 | $4,976 | $321,187 | $193,151 | $128,036 |
| 2018 | $4,801 | $314,890 | $189,364 | $125,526 |
| 2017 | $4,729 | $308,716 | $185,651 | $123,065 |
| 2016 | $4,706 | $302,663 | $182,011 | $120,652 |
| 2015 | $4,720 | $298,118 | $179,278 | $118,840 |
| 2014 | $4,677 | $292,280 | $175,767 | $116,513 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sunday Nguyen
Seller's Agent in 2025
Sunday Nguyen
BHG RE Reliance Partners
(510) 999-6663
4 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Paul Wong
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Paul Wong
Fifty Hills Real Estate
(510) 918-8486
2 in this area
104 Total Sales
-
DOMINIC TANG
D
Buyer's Agent in 2025
DOMINIC TANG
Winkler Real Estate Group
(510) 919-8826
6 in this area
13 Total Sales
-
Mykah Larkins
Seller's Agent in 2024
Mykah Larkins
(510) 520-6692
8 in this area
64 Total Sales
-
T
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Tracy Sichterman
BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 41074783
APN: 503-374-014-2
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