SOLD 08/31/2021
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Home sold for $1,100,000 in 41 days
552 Colusa Ave El Cerrito, CA, 94530
Neighborhood: El Cerrito ViewOff the market 2 beds 1 baths 980 sqft
Sit back and enjoy the stunning Golden Gate views from this beguiling 2+ bedroom El Cerrito cottage. Warm and welcoming with seamless indoor - outdoor living make this home feel bright & breezy. This 1940's house has original details such as hardwood floors and the wood burning fireplace. The updated kitchen has amazing views of the Bay and overlooks the sunny backyard oasis. The living space spills out to a private, large sunny deck with a beautifully landscaped backyard. Up a pathway, there is a office with a patio. Bonus room feels like a getaway with spectacular views of Mount Tamalpais and the Bay. There is off street parking as well as an attached 1 car garage with interior access. There is a storage loft in the garage and ample storage in the basement. Perfectly located in the foothills of El Cerrito. Just Blocks to Fat Apples and the Kensington farmers market and lass than a mile to EC Plaza and BART stations.
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Property details
980 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
980 sqft
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Mt Tamalpais
Land area
5,662 sqft (0.13 acres)
Price per sqft
$1,122/sqft
Address
552 Colusa Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530
City of California
El Cerrito
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$895,000
Sold price
$1,100,000
nr.of parking places
1
Style
Cottage
Stories
One Story
Year Built
1943
Solar
None
Neighborhood
El Cerrito View
District
El Cerrito
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Interior Features
5 rooms, 1 parking places
Beds
2
Baths
1
Floors
Hardwood Floors Throughout
Parking
1
Garage & Parking
Garage Parking, Int Access From Garage, Off Street Parking
Rooms
5
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Living Room,Woodburning
Laundry Features
Dryer,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Garage,Washer
Heathing & Cooling
None, Forced Air 1 Zone, Fireplace(s)
Kitchen features
Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Bonus/Plus Room, Office, Storage
Amenities
Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Carbon Mon Detector
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Basement
Crawl Space, Partial
Listed by
Leif Jenssen, RED OAK REALTY
Name
Leif Jenssen
License number
01182699
Brokerage company
RED OAK REALTY
MLS #
40959905
Buyer agent
Name
Katherine Polvorosa
Brokerage company
Redfin
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Mortgage
$3,378
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$220,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$3,378 / month
Exterior Features
Stucco construction and more
Roof
Composition Shingles
Construction
Stucco
Yard
Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Back, Sprinklers Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Building information
Builder/Architect: Ranch
Model: Cottage
Model: Cottage
Pool
No
Lot details
TMK #504371004
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504371004
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People living in El Cerrito View
46%
Families with children
National average: 39%
36%
Non family households
184,109
Population
$127,126
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 38 years
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Commute types
59% commute by car
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Education level
25% have bachelor education
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Number of employees
3% work in education and healthcare
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Vehicles available
41% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
41% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$1.24m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.17m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
352
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
57% are single detacheds
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Rooms
46% of the houses have 4 or 5 rooms
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Bedrooms
70% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
53% are owners
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Schools
13 schools with rating up to 7
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School
320 San Carlos Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
Elementary School |
0.391mi | |
|
St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School
320 San Carlos Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
Middle School |
0.391mi | |
| out of 10 |
El Cerrito Senior High School
540 Ashbury Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
High School |
0.093mi |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
|
St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School
320 San Carlos Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.391mi | |
| out of 10 |
Harding Elementary School
7230 Fairmont Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.411mi |
|
Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Dr,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.568mi | |
| out of 10 |
Fairmont Elementary School
724 Kearney Street,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.627mi |
|
St. John The Baptist
11156 San Pablo Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.388mi | |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
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St. Jerome Catholic Elementary School
320 San Carlos Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.391mi | |
|
Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Dr,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.568mi | |
| out of 10 |
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
7125 Donal Ave.,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.168mi |
|
St. John The Baptist
11156 San Pablo Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.388mi | |
| out of 10 |
Summit Public School K2
1800 Elm Street,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.653mi |
| School rating | Distance | |
|---|---|---|
| out of 10 |
El Cerrito Senior High School
540 Ashbury Avenue,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
0.093mi |
| out of 10 |
Summit Public School K2
1800 Elm Street,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.653mi |
|
Hb6 Christian Academy
800 South 53rd Street,
El Cerrito, CA 94530
|
1.699mi | |
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Price history
Sold Aug 31, 2021
El Cerrito View Median sales price 2023
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 beds | $1.23m | 33.33% |
| 4 beds | $1.1m | 33.33% |
| 5 beds | $1.65m | 33.33% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 31, 2021 | Sold | $1,100,000 | 1122.45 | Public Record |
| Aug 31, 2021 | Price Increase | $1,100,000 +22.91% | 1122.45 | MLS #40959905 |
| Aug 7, 2021 | Pending | $895,000 | 913.27 | MLS #40959905 |
| Jul 22, 2021 | New Listing | $895,000 +52.99% | 0 | MLS #40959905 |
| Dec 13, 2006 | Sold | $585,000 | 691.49 | Public Record |
| Dec 13, 2006 | Price Decrease | $585,000 -1.68% | 691.49 | MLS #40213696 |
| Nov 7, 2006 | Under contract | $595,000 | 703.31 | MLS #40213696 |
| Oct 1, 2006 | New Listing | $595,000 +0.85% | 703.31 | MLS #40213696 |
| Aug 17, 2005 | Sold | $590,000 | 697.4 | Public Record |
| Aug 17, 2005 | Price Increase | $590,000 +7.47% | 697.4 | MLS #40087104 |
| Jul 27, 2005 | Under contract | $549,000 | 648.94 | MLS #40087104 |
| Jun 14, 2005 | New Listing | $549,000 +142.92% | 648.94 | MLS #40087104 |
| Oct 28, 1998 | Sold | $226,000 | 0 | Public Record |
| Oct 28, 1998 | Price Decrease | $226,000 -1.31% | 0 | MLS #28117080 |
| Sep 16, 1998 | Under contract | $229,000 | 0 | MLS #28117080 |
| Sep 8, 1998 | New Listing | $229,000 | 0 | MLS #28117080 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 552 Colusa Ave
What is 552 Colusa Ave?
552 Colusa Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530 is a single family home located in the El Cerrito View neighborhood in the city of El Cerrito, California with zipcode 94530. This single family home has 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom with an interior area of 980 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1943.
Which year was this property last sold?
This property was sold in 2021.
What is the full address of this Home?
552 Colusa Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Lucky, 0.59 miles away and New india, 0.69 miles away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The El Cerrito View neighborhood has a population of 184,109, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 38.34 years and 59% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 53% is owner.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 04-25-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing last updated on: Oct 11, 2021
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The closest grocery stores are Lucky, 0.59 miles away and New india, 0.69 miles away.
The El Cerrito View neighborhood has a population of 184,109, and 46% of the families have children. The median age is 38.34 years and 59% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 53% is owner.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.