NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8449 Terrace Dr El Cerrito, CA 94530

Estimated Value: $1,244,000 - $1,613,676

3 Beds
4 Baths
2,396 Sq Ft
$591/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 16, 2021

Last sale price $1,300,000 $543 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,271/month

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Golden Gate Bridge
  • 0.22 Acre Lot
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of August 2021

An impeccably private property backdropped by uninterrupted views of the city skyline & Golden Gate Bridge, this stunning Mid-Century offers a custom residence with one-of-a-kind period details. Designed with post & beam ceilings, a voluminous central living room boasting an open floorplan decked in warm woods & expansive glass, the 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom beauty was updated in 1964 by local architect, Jack Anderson. Come sunset, sparkling views off all three bridges twinkle from the dining room’s vantage point.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Choi

The Agency License #01433100 Listed on: 07/08/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Gillian Leslie

Red Oak Realty License #01741458

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,622

Year Built

  • Built in 1938

Lot Details

  • 9,520 Sq Ft Lot
  • Front Yard Fenced and Back Yard
  • Wood Fence
  • Terraced Lot
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Carport

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Golden Gate Bridge
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge
  • Downtown
  • Mount Tamalpais

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Free Standing Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Zoned Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Built by Jack Anderson
  • El Cerrito Hills Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 505293006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,622

Year Built

Built in 1938

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1938
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.22
  • Subdivision Name: EL CERRITO HILLS
  • Directions: Moeser, north on Terrace
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Carport Y N: Yes
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Carpet, Engineered Wood, Laminate, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Family Room, Breakfast Bar, Laminate Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Laminate, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced, Front Yard, Wood
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down, Premium Lot, Front Yard
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, City, Mt Tamalpais
  • View: Yes
  • Builder Name: Jack Anderson
  • Construction Type: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Storage, Terraced Down, Low Maintenance
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Carport, Detached, Space Per Unit - 2

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Cabinets, Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Electricity On Property: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Schools

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9520
  • Parcel Number: 505293006
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 8, 2021
Closed on
Aug 11, 2021
Sold by
Wenke Thomas R and The Survivors Trust Of The 199
Bought by
Whaley Christopher and Yang Katherine
Seller's Agent
Mark Choi
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Gillian Leslie
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$1,268,000
Sold Price
$1,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$32,000
2.52%
Current Estimated Value
$1,416,669

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$116,669
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.15%
Original Mortgage
$1,040,000
Outstanding Balance
$949,754
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$466,915

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 24, 2017
Sold by
Seim Charles
Bought by
Wenke Thomas R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 1997
Sold by
Seim Charles Y and Seim Janet Y
Bought by
Seim Charles and Seim Janet
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Whaley Christopher $1,300,000 Old Republic Title Company
Wenke Thomas R $945,000 Chicago Title Company
Seim Charles -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Whaley Christopher $1,040,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,300,000 -- --
08/16/2021 08/16/21 Sold $1,300,000 +2.5% $543 / Sq Ft
07/22/2021 07/22/21 Pending -- -- --
07/08/2021 07/08/21 For Sale $1,268,000 -- $529 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $18,622 $1,379,570 $955,087 $424,483
2024 $18,277 $1,352,520 $936,360 $416,160
2023 $18,277 $1,326,000 $918,000 $408,000
2022 $18,041 $1,300,000 $900,000 $400,000
2021 $14,298 $993,362 $714,590 $278,772
2019 $13,426 $963,900 $693,396 $270,504
2018 $12,964 $945,000 $679,800 $265,200
2017 $1,925 $89,334 $34,780 $54,554
2016 $1,903 $87,584 $34,099 $53,485
2015 $1,900 $86,269 $33,587 $52,682
2014 $1,840 $84,581 $32,930 $51,651
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Mark Choi

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Mark Choi

    The Agency

    (510) 381-1116

    26 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Mark Choi
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  • Gillian Leslie

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Gillian Leslie

    Red Oak Realty

    (510) 410-2344

    11 in this area

    127 Total Sales

    Gillian Leslie
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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 40957849

bridgeMLS

APN: 505-293-006-1

California Contra Costa County El Cerrito 94530

8449 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA

This home is located at 8449 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530 since 08 July 2021 and is currently estimated at $1,416,669, approximately $591 per square foot. This property was built in 1938. 8449 Terrace Dr is a home located in Contra Costa County with nearby schools including Madera Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School, and El Cerrito Senior High School.

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