$2,250,000
SOLD JUL 2, 2025

8556 Betty Ln El Cerrito, CA 94530

5 Beds
3 Baths
3,389 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$664 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • El Cerrito Senior High School Rated A-
  • 11,770 Sq Ft lot
  • 4-minute walk to Arlington Park

About This Home

As of July 2025

Experience luxury living at its finest in this exceptional El Cerrito home. Perched in the Arlington Estates, this stunning home offers sweeping panoramic views that stretch from San Francisco to the Golden Gate Bridge. Designed to capture natural light and the beauty of its surroundings, this residence blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. Step inside to discover an open-concept layout featuring a thoughtfully designed layout, expansive windows, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow—perfect for entertaining or unwinding in style. Whether you're enjoying morning coffee in the kitchen or watching the sunset from the living room or family room, every space is framed by awe-inspiring vistas. The heart of the home is the gourmet chef’s kitchen—equipped with premium stainless-steel appliances, a spacious center island, custom cabinetry, and elegant countertops—ideal for both casual family meals and grand entertaining. Generously sized bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite, provide flexible options for family, guests, or home office needs. A private elevator adds convenience and accessibility to the lower level, making daily life both easy and elegant. Located just minutes from top-rated schools, shopping, dining, BART, and scenic parks. Don't miss this opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marisa Suarez

Re/Max Accord License #01432502 Listed on: 05/16/2025

Re/Max Accord

Last Buyer's Agent

Derek Suring

Dino Riggio & Associates License #01888397

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $13,046

Year Built

  • Built in 2018

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • San Francisco
  • Panoramic
  • Bridge

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Arlington Estate Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5053510151

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$13,046

Year Built

Built in 2018

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 2018
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Arlington Estate
  • Directions: Arlington Blvd, R on Buckingham, L on Betty Lane
  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Metal
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco
  • Construction Type: Siding - Other
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, In Garage
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11770
  • Parcel Number: 5053510151

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Jun 12, 2025
Sold by
Layton Fred and Sharon A Layton Trust
Bought by
Piwnica Donald and Pho Nu
Seller's Agent
Marisa Suarez
Re/Max Accord
Buyer's Agent
Derek Suring
Dino Riggio & Associates
List Price
$2,299,950
Sold Price
$2,250,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,950
-2.17%
Views
30

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.28%
Original Mortgage
$1,687,500
Outstanding Balance
$1,687,500
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$564,794

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 2, 2016
Sold by
Layton Sharon A
Bought by
Layton Sharon A
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $2,250,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,687,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $460,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/02/2025 07/02/25 Sold $2,250,000 -2.2% $664 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Off Market $2,299,950 -- --
06/02/2025 06/02/25 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $2,299,950 -- $679 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East 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 $13,046 $2,065,500 $1,020,000 $1,045,500
2024 $13,046 $887,887 $46,211 $841,676
2023 $12,790 $870,478 $45,305 $825,173
2022 $12,592 $853,411 $44,417 $808,994
2021 $12,544 $836,679 $43,547 $793,132
2019 $5,101 $292,256 $42,256 $250,000
2018 $1,003 $41,428 $41,428 $0
2017 $2,408 $92,847 $40,616 $52,231
2016 $2,288 $91,027 $39,820 $51,207
2015 $2,276 $89,660 $39,222 $50,438
2014 $2,036 $87,904 $38,454 $49,450
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41096958

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 505-351-015-1