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Home sold for $1,825,000 in 29 days

8639 Thors Bay Rd El Cerrito, CA, 94530

Neighborhood: El Cerrito View

Off the market 4 beds 3 baths 3,029 sqft

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Privacy, Luxury, and panoramic Bay Views. You won’t ever want to leave home when you can relax and watch the magnificent sunsets, changing weather, and passing clouds from this breathtaking hilltop retreat. There’s nothing like it, with unparalleled and unobstructed Bay views across at least six counties, from Napa to San Mateo. Count 4 bridges, including the iconic Golden Gate, framed from the moment you enter, and throughout this stunning property. Top level: 3 bedrooms, 2 updated baths, Luxurious Bay view primary suite, Formal dining room with knock out views, New luxury vinyl flooring and new carpet, Comfortable den off the kitchen with modern wood burning fireplace, Bright open kitchen , Large living room opens to the deck, perfect for stargazing with friends. Lower level:, Kitchen with new stove and microwave, Den or office space, 1 en-suite bedroom with Bay Views, Cedar lined Sauna, Separate entry, Lovely private deck with views of the Bay. Large terraced downslope lot.
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Property details

3,029 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
3,029 sqft
View
Bay, Bay Bridge, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Panoramic, San Francisco, Bridges, Mt Tamalpais, Twin Peaks
Land area
10,018 sqft (0.23 acres)
Price per sqft
$602/sqft
Address
8639 Thors Bay Rd, El Cerrito, CA, 94530
City of California
El Cerrito
County
Contra Costa
Previous price
$1,749,000
Sold price
$1,825,000
nr.of parking places
2
Style
Contemporary
Stories
2
Year Built
1974
Neighborhood
El Cerrito View
District
El Cerrito
Stories
Two Story
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Interior Features

9 rooms, 2 parking places
Beds
4
Baths
3
Floors
Tile, Vinyl, Carpet
Stories
Two Story
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition
Existing
Parking
2
Garage & Parking
Attached, Below Building Parking, Garage Door Opener
Rooms
9
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Brick
Laundry Features
Hookups Only, Laundry Closet
Heathing & Cooling
None, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Hot Water
Kitchen features
Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Garbage Disposal, Oven Built-in, Refrigerator
Other rooms
Au Pair, In-Law Floorplan, Breakfast Nook, Tile Counters
Appliances
Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Disposal, Oven, Refrigerator
Basement
Crawl Space

Listed by

Donald Adamson, RED OAK REALTY
Name
Donald Adamson
License number
01886430
Brokerage company
RED OAK REALTY
MLS #
41004835

Buyer agent

Name
Arlene Baxter
Brokerage company
RED OAK REALTY

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Mortgage
$5,604
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
$5,604 per month
Mortgage
$365,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount $5,604 / month

Exterior Features

Brick, Wood Siding construction and more
Roof
Shingle
Utilities
All Public Utilities
Construction
Brick, Wood Siding
Pool
None
Yard
Front Yard, Terraced Down, Landscape Front

Lot details

TMK #505361054
Lot Description
Sloped Down, Premium Lot, Landscape Front
Parcel nr.
505361054

El Cerrito View neighborhood info

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Supermarket
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Costco
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Hospital
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Beach
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Local airport
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People living in El Cerrito View

45%
Families with children
National average: 39%
32%
Non family households
215,070
Population
$129,665
Average Income

Age & gender

Median age 39 years
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Commute types

64% commute by car
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Education level

24% have bachelor education
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Number of employees

3% work in education and healthcare
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Vehicles available

39% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender

39% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for

$1.11m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
$1m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
325
Number
of sales*

Housing type

60% 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

56% are owners
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Schools

13 schools with rating up to 7
School rating Distance
7
out of 10
Madera Elementary School
8500 Madera Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Elementary School
0.348mi
NR
Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Middle School
0.845mi
7
out of 10
Summit Public School K2
1800 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
High School
1.152mi
School rating Distance
7
out of 10
Madera Elementary School
8500 Madera Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.348mi
NR
Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.845mi
NR
Montessori Family School
7075 Cutting Boulevard, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.098mi
NR
St. John The Baptist
11156 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.27mi
NR
Tehiyah Day School
2603 Tassajara Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.329mi
School rating Distance
NR
Prospect Sierra School
960 Avis Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.845mi
5
out of 10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
7125 Donal Ave., El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.868mi
NR
Montessori Family School
7075 Cutting Boulevard, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.098mi
7
out of 10
Summit Public School K2
1800 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.152mi
NR
St. John The Baptist
11156 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.27mi
School rating Distance
7
out of 10
Summit Public School K2
1800 Elm Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.152mi
7
out of 10
El Cerrito Senior High School
540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.347mi
NR
Hb6 Christian Academy
800 South 53rd Street, El Cerrito, CA 94530
1.552mi
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Price history

Sold Sep 7, 2022

El Cerrito View Median sales price 2024

Bedrooms Med. price % of listings
4 beds $1.62m 100%
Date Event Price $/sqft Source
Sep 7, 2022 Sold $1,825,000 602.51 Public Record
Sep 7, 2022 Price Increase $1,825,000 +4.35% 602.51 MLS #41004835
Aug 29, 2022 Pending $1,749,000 577.42 MLS #41004835
Aug 10, 2022 New Listing $1,749,000 +133.2% 577.42 MLS #41004835
Jan 24, 2018 Unavailable $775,000 255.86 MLS #40517804
Jun 21, 2011 Sold $750,000 247.61 Public Record
Jun 21, 2011 Price Decrease $750,000 -3.23% 247.61 MLS #40517804
May 3, 2011 Under contract $775,000 255.86 MLS #40517804
Apr 7, 2011 New Listing $775,000 255.86 MLS #40517804

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Frequently Asked Questions about 8639 Thors Bay Rd

What is 8639 Thors Bay Rd?

8639 Thors Bay Rd, 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 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with an interior area of 3,029 sqft.

Which year was this home built?

This home was build in 1974.

Which year was this property last sold?

This property was sold in 2022.

What is the full address of this Home?

8639 Thors Bay Rd, El Cerrito, CA, 94530.

Are grocery stores nearby?

The closest grocery stores are Safeway, 1.31 miles away and Yaoya-san, 1.36 miles away.

What is the neighborhood like?

The El Cerrito View neighborhood has a population of 215,070, and 45% of the families have children. The median age is 39.01 years and 64% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 56% is owner.

Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 05-02-2024. 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: Sep 08, 2022
Verhouse Last checked 3 minutes ago

8639 Thors Bay Rd, 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 4 bedrooms & 3 bathrooms with an interior area of 3,029 sqft on a 10,000 sqft sqft lot. This house was build in 1974.
The closest grocery stores are Safeway, 1.31 miles away and Yaoya-san, 1.36 miles away.
The El Cerrito View neighborhood has a population of 215,070, and 45% of the families have children. The median age is 39.01 years and 64% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 56% is owner.

*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.

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