5216 School St
El Cerrito, CA 94530
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,305 sqft
- 6,900 sqft lot
- $573 per sqft
- 1961 build
- – on site
Tucked behind a sleek horizontal fence, this light-filled modern home blends privacy, style, and comfort - just 0.5 mile from El Cerrito Del Norte BART, making it a commuter’s dream. Excellent curb appeal, behind the cheerful yellow door, you’ll find an open floor plan, trendy flooring, a cozy fireplace, and a charming bay window. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly into a stylish kitchen, features quartz counters, a farmhouse sink, and energy-efficient appliances. Enjoy three spacious bedrooms, including a serene primary suite with a walk-in closet, jet tub, and bidet. The private backyard is a garden lover’s dream with mature fruit trees and raised planter boxes. The detached two-car garage includes a bonus full bath - ideal for a home office, gym, or guest setup. Sitting on a large lot with ADU potential, this home also equips with owned solar panels, a mini-split HVAC system, and Nest thermostat. Conveniently located, easy access to freeways, public transit, short ride to well-respected schools like Korematsu Middle and El Cerrito High School, local shopping, dining, Farmers Market, Ranch 99 Mall, Costco, the Ohlone Greenway, hiking trails, and more. A rare blend of modern comfort, flexible living space, and incredible value - this is the home you’ve been waiting for!
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Last updated Apr 1, 2025
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MLS# 41091142 —
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The Building
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Year Built:1961
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New Construction:No
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Construction Materials:Stucco
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Architectural Style:Ranch
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Roof:Shingle
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Patio:1
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Accessibility Features:None
Interior
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Levels:One
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Kitchen Features:Stone Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
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Eating Area:In Kitchen
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Flooring:Tile
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Fireplace:Yes
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Fireplace:Living Room, Wood Burning
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Laundry:1
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1305.00
Location
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Directions:GPS Address Cross Street: S 53rd.
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Latitude:37.92013441
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Longitude:-122.32046420
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Subtype:Single Family Residence
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Lot Features:Back Yard, Front Yard, Yard
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Lot Size Area:6900.0000
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Lot Size Acres:0.1584
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Lot Size SqFt:6900.00
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Lot Size Source:Public Records
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:3
Baths
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Total Baths:2
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Bathroom Features:Shower in Tub, Tile Counters, Jetted Tub, Upgraded, Dual shower heads (or Multiple)
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Full & Three Quarter Baths:2
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Full Baths:2
The Listing
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Parcel Number:5090210112
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:1
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Heating:Forced Air
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Cooling:Yes
Utilities
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Sewer:Public Sewer
Appliances
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Included:Yes
The Community
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Subdivision:EL CERRITO
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Subdivision:EL CERRITO
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Association:No
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Pool:None
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Private Pool:No
Parking
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Parking:Yes
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Parking:Garage, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
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Parking Spaces:4.00
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Attached Garage:Yes
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Garage Spaces:2.00
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$749,000
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Mortgage
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$4,010
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| Taxes | N/A |
| Insurance | $205 |
| Utilities | $176 See report |
| Total | $4,391/mo.* |
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Soundscore™
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Air Pollution Index
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Sale history
| Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/28/25
Mar 28, 2025
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Listed / Active | CRMLS_CA | $749,000 | -9.2% (-1.3% / YR) |
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4/20/18
Apr 20, 2018
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SFMLS | $825,000 | 83.3% (59.3% / YR) | |
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11/23/16
Nov 23, 2016
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CRMLS_CA | $450,000 |
76% of nearby similar homes sold for over asking price
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