NOT LISTED FOR SALE

926 Galvin Dr El Cerrito, CA 94530

Estimated Value: $898,821 - $1,167,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,308 Sq Ft
$840/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 03, 2025

Last sale price $1,150,000 $879 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,037/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Wood Flooring
  • Cottage
  • Kensington Elementary School Rated 9+
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2025

Nestled on an oversized lot in a peaceful pocket of El Cerrito, this delightful cottage is full of character, warmth, and potential. Its classic wooden structure, set amidst a lush, woodsy landscape, creates a seamless connection to nature. Expansive views stretch across Albany Bulb, the Bay, and the San Francisco skyline. Inside, the living room exudes warmth and character, where vaulted wood-beamed ceilings lend a sense of airy charm, and the fireplace provides a cozy focal point for quiet evenings. The kitchen is fully equipped and ready to inspire, whether enjoyed as is or reimagined to suit modern tastes. A mudroom with laundry hookups leads to the sprawling backyard, where mature trees and open space allow for endless opportunities. Two well-proportioned bedrooms provide comfortable retreats, while the full bath retains its original charm, presenting a perfect opportunity for personal touches. Set in a quiet yet highly connected neighborhood, the home is just minutes from San Pablo Avenue’s shops and dining, major freeways, and the scenic Bay Trail. Thoughtfully preserved yet full of opportunity, this is a home with both immediate appeal and room to grow—an inviting retreat with a story waiting to continue.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

AARON BROWN

Kw Advisors East Bay License #01821230 Listed on: 02/13/2025

Kw Advisors East Bay

Last Buyer's Agent

Todd Hodson

Red Oak Realty License #00909437

Red Oak Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 8,189 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Garden
  • Back Yard

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Bridge
  • City Lights

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • El Cerrito Hills Subdivision, Charming Cottage Floorplan

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 5033020537

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

8,189 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.19
  • Subdivision Name: EL CERRITO HILLS
  • Directions: Moser to Galvin
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Appliances: Gas Range
  • Other Equipment: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Tile Counters
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Tile, Gas Range/Cooktop

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Lot Features: Sloped Up
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Garden
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8189
  • Parcel Number: 5033020537
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 13, 2025
Closed on
Feb 24, 2025
Sold by
James And Lynn Larkin Revocable Living T and Bautista Leo
Bought by
Artis-Williamson Trust and Artis
Seller's Agent
AARON BROWN
Kw Advisors East Bay
Buyer's Agent
Todd Hodson
Red Oak Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$251,000
27.92%
Views
4
Current Estimated Value
$1,098,705

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$51,295
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.17%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2020
Sold by
Wilson Avon M and Wilson George Paul
Bought by
Dror Omri

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 3, 2020
Sold by
Bautista Leo
Bought by
Bautista Leo

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2011
Sold by
Larkin James A and Larkin Lynn F
Bought by
Larkin James A

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 11, 2010
Sold by
Larkin James and Larkin Lynn F
Bought by
Larkin James A and Larkin Lynn F
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Artis-Williamson Trust $1,150,000 Old Republic Title
Dror Omri $475,000 Old Republic Title Company
Bautista Leo -- Placer Title Company
Wilkens Terry -- Placer Title Company
Wilkens Terry -- Placer Title Company
Larkin James A -- None Available
Larkin James A -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/03/2025 03/03/25 Sold $1,150,000 +27.9% $879 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 Pending -- -- --
02/13/2025 02/13/25 For Sale $899,000 -- $687 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

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 $1,991 $56,199 $10,958 $45,241
2024 $1,947 $55,098 $10,744 $44,354
2023 $1,916 $54,019 $10,534 $43,485
2022 $1,846 $52,961 $10,328 $42,633
2021 $1,797 $51,924 $10,126 $41,798
2019 $1,978 $56,889 $16,330 $40,559
2018 $1,810 $55,774 $16,010 $39,764
2017 $1,780 $54,682 $15,697 $38,985
2016 $1,749 $53,611 $15,390 $38,221
2015 $1,735 $52,806 $15,159 $37,647
2014 $1,500 $51,773 $14,863 $36,910
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41085815

bridgeMLS

APN: 503-302-053-7

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