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Property Description
Striking 4BD/2.5BA contemporary home tucked away on a sought after El Cerrito cul-de-sac with unobstructed, panoramic Bay views. The main level offers an airy open floor plan with high ceilings, clerestory windows, and a spacious living room anchored by a central fireplace. A chef's kitchen connects seamlessly to the dining room and opens to a private deck, ideal for BBQs, sunset cocktails, and lingering afternoons. The lower level features a serene primary suite with a spa-like bath complete with heated floors, floating vanity, and a custom walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, a hall bath, and a dedicated laundry room complete this floor. A large flex space with storage can be used as a fourth bedroom or den. At the bottom of the property, a separate-entry office or studio offers excellent work-from-home or creative potential. An attached two-car garage with built-in storage adds everyday convenience. Upgrades include owned solar, a new roof in 2025, and expanded front deck. Ideally located near Madera Elementary, AC Transit, BART, and El Cerrito's parks and open spaces.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1522 Madera Ct
General
- Sold For: $1,550,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41123684
- Added to Site: 49 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Master Bedroom
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Laminate, Parquet, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Icemaker Hookup, Microwave, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Parking
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: El Cerrito Hills
- Driving Directions: This is Madera COURT not CIRCLE
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Brown Shingle, Contemporary
- Exterior Const.: Wood Shingles
- Roof: Rolled/Hot Mop
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Stories/Levels: Three or More Stories
- Living Area: 2,430 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1979
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Panoramic, San Francisco, Mt Tamalpais
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Dimensions: 7920
- Lot Features: Sloped Down
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $533
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 5054220073
Listed by Compass, Sarah Marcus
Sold by Red Oak Realty, Rachel Melby
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Schools
Schools serving 1522 Madera Ct
School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Madera Elementary School 8500 Madera Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | K-6 | 0.1 mi |
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School 7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 7-8 | 0.6 mi |
El Cerrito Senior High School 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1522 Madera Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/16/2026
Sold
$1,550,000
19.69%
MLS
2/11/2026
Listed
$1,295,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
1522 Madera Court, El Cerrito, CA 94530 (MLS# 41123684) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,550,000 on March 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 1522 Madera Court? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in El Cerrito? You can browse all El Cerrito real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

