$1,718,708
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

708 Pomona Ave El Cerrito, CA 94530

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,911 Sq Ft
10,800 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$899 Per Sq Ft

53% Above List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • 10,800 Sq Ft lot
  • Private Lot
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Solid Surface Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 708 Pomona Avenue—a beautifully maintained 3-bed, 2.5-bath Craftsman offering 1,911 sq ft of charm and modern comfort. Built in 1927, this El Cerrito gem blends timeless character with thoughtful updates throughout. The inviting front porch opens to a spacious living room with a modern fireplace and natural light. The updated eat-in kitchen features a skylight, flowing to a laundry area, with direct access to a sunny backyard deck—perfect for indoor-outdoor living. The serene primary suite boasts a walk-in closet, patio access, and abundant light. Two additional generously sized bedrooms feature mirrored closets and share an updated full bathroom, ideal for family or guests. Enjoy a 2-car garage and 870 sq ft of house and garage attic spaces, with pull down ladders, along with a bonus shed—in addition to the home’s 1,911 sq ft of living space. Located in a close-knit friendly neighborhood just minutes from BART, parks, and the shoreline. A rare blend of charm, space, and location—this is the home you’ve been waiting for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wendy Moore

Christie's Intl Re Sereno License #01408930 Listed on: 06/09/2025

Christie's Intl Re Sereno

Last Buyer's Agent

Carol Koback

Compass License #01073080

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,523

Year Built

  • Built in 1927

Lot Details

  • 10,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Back and Front Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Berkeley Country Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5034600162

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,523

Year Built

Built in 1927

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1927
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Berkeley Country
  • Directions: San Pablo Av>Central Av>Ashbury>Eureka Av
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Self Cleaning Oven, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Self-Cleaning Oven, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Rectangular Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Private
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Cabinets
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10800
  • Parcel Number: 5034600162

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2025
Closed on
Jul 7, 2025
Sold by
Smith Trust and Smith Bruce A
Bought by
Lyons Shani and Franklin Melanie
Seller's Agent
Wendy Moore
Christie's Intl Re Sereno
Buyer's Agent
Carol Koback
Compass
List Price
$1,125,000
Sold Price
$1,718,708
Premium/Discount to List
$593,708
52.77%
Views
189

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-94.82%
Original Mortgage
$1,374,966
Outstanding Balance
$1,374,966
Interest Rate
6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$205,408

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2017
Sold by
Smith Bruce and Smith Elizabeth
Bought by
Smith Bruce A and Smith Elizabeth M

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2012
Sold by
Smith Bruce and Smith Elizabeth
Bought by
Smith Bruce and Smith Elizabeth

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
3.59%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,719,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,374,966 New Conventional
Previous Owner $353,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $375,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $320,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $125,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $184,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $150,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $192,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $32,000 Credit Line Revolving
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $1,718,708 +52.8% $899 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2025 06/09/25 For Sale $1,125,000 -- $589 / 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 $6,523 $401,122 $229,955 $171,167
2024 $6,386 $393,258 $225,447 $167,811
2023 $6,386 $385,548 $221,027 $164,521
2022 $6,251 $377,990 $216,694 $161,296
2021 $6,195 $370,580 $212,446 $158,134
2019 $5,801 $359,591 $206,146 $153,445
2018 $5,590 $352,541 $202,104 $150,437
2017 $5,497 $345,630 $198,142 $147,488
2016 $5,462 $338,854 $194,257 $144,597
2015 $5,466 $333,766 $191,340 $142,426
2014 $5,188 $327,229 $187,592 $139,637
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41100255

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 503-460-016-2