5422 Zara Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 - Photo 1

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$1,350,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
3 Full Baths
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Gracious level-in midcentury with a magical garden oasis. Fully renovated throughout, with updated electrical, 5422 Zara offers over 2,400 square feet of living space on an over 6,000 sqft lot. On the main level is an expansive living space centered on an original midcentury fireplace. The living room overlooks the back garden and directly connects to the dining room and beautifully renovated kitchen with marble countertops and Heath tile backsplash. Enjoy the ease of living with direct access from the two-car garage to the kitchen. Privately set off from the main living space are 3 bedrooms & 2 fully renovated bathrooms including en-suite bathroom. Check out the stunning Cle tile floor in the hall bathroom! Down from the main level is a large family room and second en-suite bedroom/bathroom that connects to a back deck overlooking the magical garden. The beautifully landscaped back garden, dotted with majestic redwoods, offers a peaceful feel and a way to feel disconnected from the hustle of life. Imagine entertaining on the lower patio or picking flowers from the seasonal blooms. A truly stunning setting. Nestled in a sweet northern El Cerrito neighborhood with easy access for commuting, local parks, school, and a hidden neighborhood dog-parks.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 5422 Zara Ave

General

Sold For: $1,350,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41122266
Added to Site: 61 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 8
Interior Features: Dining Area, Storage, Updated Kitchen
Number of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 3
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Freestanding Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard

Parking

Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Location

Area: Listing
County: Contra Costa
Subdivision: Mira Vista Highl
Driving Directions: Barrett Ave to Yuba to Zara

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch, Mid Century Modern
Exterior Const.: Stucco
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 2,402 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1954

Lot Features

Property View: Bay, Canyon, City Lights, Hills
Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
Lot Dimensions: 6098.4
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Secluded, Back Yard, Front Yard, Private
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $374

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 5000130038

Listed by District Homes, Alissa Custer and District Homes, Jessica Waggoner
Sold by Radius Agent Realty, Lucia Kang

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Schools

Schools serving 5422 Zara Ave

School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Mira Vista Elementary School 6397 Hazel Avenue, Richmond, CA 94805	K-8	0.3 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School 7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530	7-8	1.4 mi
El Cerrito Senior High School 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530	9-12	2.7 mi

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Price & Sales History for 5422 Zara Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/02/2026

Sold

$1,350,000

50.17%

MLS

1/28/2026

Listed

$899,000

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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