Ist time on the market in nearly 20 years! Sewer lateral compliant, newer vinyl windows, 2 year old roof, brand new fridge, range and D/W. A stone's throw from El Cerrito High and middle school, Harding elementary, and El Cerrito Plaze/Bart. It's a sweet traditional 3/ 2 ranch style house with the additon of a family/great room with a view of the El Cerrito Hills. The seller has enjoyed her neighbors and is ready for the next adventure. Her home is ready for you and your story!
- CA
- El Cerrito
- 94530
- 538 Albemarle St
- MLS# 41003145
- Date Listed07/27/2022
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths
- Lot Size 0.11 acres (5,000 sq. ft)
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision EL CERRITO
- County Contra Costa
- Year Built 1945
- Square Feet 1,532 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $638.38
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Water Heater, Washer
- Flooring Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
- Cooling None
- Heating Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres 0.11
- Lot Size SQFT 5,000.00
- Lot Features Back Yard, Front Yard
Directions
Between Central and Lincoln Cross Street: Cental.
Financial Considerations
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Year | Total Assessments |
|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,300,000 |
| 2022 | $1,300,000 |
| 2021 | $509,488 |
| 2020 | $494,378 |
| 2019 | $494,378 |
| 2018 | $484,686 |
| 2017 | $475,183 |
| 2016 | $456,732 |
| 2015 | $449,872 |
| 2013 | $441,060 |
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/31/2022 | Sold | $1,300,000.00 32.92% |
| 08/03/2022 | Pending | $978,000.00 |
| 07/27/2022 | Active | $978,000.00 |
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Arlington Ave | 4 | 3 | Oct 11, 2025 | $995,000 |
| 139 Arlington Ave | 4 | 3 | Oct 11, 2025 | $995,000 |
| 139 Arlington Ave | 4 | 3 | Oct 11, 2025 | $995,000 |
| 1541 Merced Street | 2 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $725,000 |
| 1541 Merced Street | 2 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $725,000 |
| 1541 Merced Street | 2 | 1 | Oct 10, 2025 | $725,000 |
| 1009 Richmond st | 4 | 2 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,150,000 |
| 1009 Richmond st | 4 | 2 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,150,000 |
| 1009 Richmond st | 4 | 2 | Oct 09, 2025 | $1,150,000 |
| 1408 Everett St | 3 | 1 | Oct 22, 2025 | $975,000 |
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" |
78/100
Very Walkable
Walk Score ®
45/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
82/100
Very Bikeable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.Transit Summary
14 nearby routes: 14 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 54/100, Transit Score: 38/100, Bike Score: 54/100.
Property Change History
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Frequently Asked Questions for 538 Albemarle St
Source: Realty.com
538 Albemarle St, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a Single Family 1,532 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 22 photos available of this 3 bed, 2 bath house, listed at $978,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 22 photos of 538 Albemarle St.
Our records indicate that 538 Albemarle St was built in 1945.
The full address for this home is 538 Albemarle St, El Cerrito, CA 94530.
538 Albemarle St has been listed on Realty.com since Wed July 27, 2022
Most errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Biking is convenient for most trips.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 54/100, Transit Score: 38/100, Bike Score: 54/100.
There are 2 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 538 Albemarle St. Betty Reid Soskin Middle School (Grades: 7 - 8), El Cerrito Senior High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
Listing provided courtesy of:
Red Oak Realty
(tel: 510-292-2000)
Listing agent:
Catherine Stern
(tel: 510-334-6174)
(#BMLS-R01325681)
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