The SF Bay view from this large Mediterranean-style home needed no tweaking, but the house has been extensively repaired, renovated, & improved. Now sporting all new dual pane windows, luxury vinyl tile, Berber carpet, new door hardware, brand new plumbing & lighting fixtures, updated bathrooms, and a fresh coat of paint inside & out. Hidden beneath new stucco is extensive framing and waterproofing repairsall done with permits. Enjoy a unique, bi-level master suite and a huge family room downstairs. Check out the floorplan: plenty of room here for home office or extended family. The expansive, gently downsloping lot with Western exposure is ready for anything: Urban farm? Vineyard? Orchard? Or maybe a large ADU to help offset your mortgage? A quick mile to BART, close to E.C. Natural Foods Grocery, El Cerrito Plaza, & Hwy 80/580.
- CA
- El Cerrito
- 94530
- 5559 Macdonald Ave
- MLS# 40969045
- Date Listed09/29/2021
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 3 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.15 acres (6,336 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision EL CERRITO VIEW
- Property Type Single Family
- County Contra Costa
- Year Built 1929
- Water Public
- Square Feet 2,145 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $442.42
Interior Features
- Appliances Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Gas Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
- Cooling None
- Heating Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Composition
- Lot Size Acres 0.15
- Lot Size SQFT 6,336.00
- Lot Features Sloped Down
Directions
San Pablo > Macdonald
Financial Considerations
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2612 Yuba Ave | 3 | 2 | Nov 13, 2025 | $1,049,000 |
| 2612 Yuba Ave | 3 | 2 | Nov 13, 2025 | $1,049,000 |
| 2612 Yuba Ave | 3 | 3 | Nov 13, 2025 | $1,049,000 |
| 615 38Th St | 3 | 2 | Oct 17, 2025 | $719,000 |
| 615 38Th St | 3 | 2 | Oct 17, 2025 | $719,000 |
| 615 38Th St | 3 | 2 | Oct 17, 2025 | $719,000 |
| 766 38Th St | 4 | 2 | Nov 08, 2025 | $575,000 |
| 766 38Th St | 4 | 2 | Nov 08, 2025 | $575,000 |
| 766 38Th St | 4 | 2 | Nov 08, 2025 | $575,000 |
| 5400 Clinton Ave | 2 | 1 | Nov 26, 2025 | $647,000 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,846 | 24,462 | 1,152,598 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 5,848 | 6,629 | 1,610 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.3 | 2.3 | 2.8 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 46.3 | 46.4 | 40.6 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $113,524 | $114,231 | $104,754 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $62,843 | $62,896 | $50,851 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 114 | 114 | 133 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 43.6°F | 43.6°F | 39.14°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 70.4°F | 70.4°F | 85.89°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 25.4" | 25.4" | 22.59" | 38" |
81/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
61/100
Good Transit
Transit Score ®
67/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
26 nearby routes: 22 bus, 4 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 48/100, Transit Score: 34/100, Bike Score: 47/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 5559 Macdonald Ave
Source: Realty.com
5559 Macdonald Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a Single Family 2,145 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 40 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $949,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 40 photos of 5559 Macdonald Ave.
Our records indicate that 5559 Macdonald Ave was built in 1929.
The full address for this home is 5559 Macdonald Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530.
5559 Macdonald Ave has been listed on Realty.com since Wed September 29, 2021
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. Many nearby public transportation options. Some bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 48/100, Transit Score: 34/100, Bike Score: 47/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 5559 Macdonald Ave. Betty Reid Soskin Middle School (Grades: 7 - 8), Kennedy High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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Jeff Weissman
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