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$825,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 17 hours ago

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5437 Poinsett Ave,El Cerrito, CA 94530

5437 Poinsett AveEl CerritoCA94530

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    5437 Poinsett Ave,El Cerrito, CA 94530
    5437 Poinsett AveEl CerritoCA94530
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Get ready to fall head-over-heels for this adorable 2+ bed, 1 bath bungalow in prime El Cerrito. Smart upgrades such as owned solar panels with a battery backup, an EV charger, an energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling, and beautiful new (2026) and refinished hardwood floors. A flexible third space at the back of the house is ready to become your dedicated home office, inspiring workout room, or cozy guest retreat.* The kitchen features gorgeous Heath tile, handsome quartz countertops, a wall oven with a side swing door, and gas cooktop. Easy access to the garage and laundry. Outside, you'll find two fantastic spaces: a front garden perfect for soaking up the sun and socializing with the neighbors, and a wide-open back garden with a mix of sun and shade. The peaceful soundtrack of the creek just beyond the back fence seals the deal, creating a truly tranquil atmosphere. Convenient access to shops, restaurants, freeway, transportation and El Cerrito BART. *Buyer to verify. Open house Sun 3/29 from 1-4 PM.

Full Property Details for 5437 Poinsett Ave

General

  • Price: $825,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MAX
  • MLS ID: 41128570
  • Updated: 3/29/2026
  • Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Interior Features: Breakfast Bar
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard

Parking

  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: Listing
  • County: Contra Costa
  • Subdivision: El Cerrito
  • Driving Directions: Barrett to Carleston

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump
  • Heating Type: Heat Pump

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Exterior Const.: Stucco
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Stories/Levels: One Story
  • Year Built: 1951

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
  • Lot Dimensions: 4025
  • Lot Features: Sloped Down
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $699

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 5003100145

Listed by Red Oak Realty, Shannon Prokup and Red Oak Realty, Eve Levine

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  • Shannon Prokup

    Red Oak Realty

  • Eve Levine

    Red Oak Realty

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Schools serving 5437 Poinsett Ave

School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Mira Vista Elementary School
6397 Hazel Avenue, Richmond, CA 94805
K-80.5 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
7-81.1 mi
El Cerrito Senior High School
540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
9-122.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 5437 Poinsett Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/25/2026
Listed
$825,000
385.29%
MLS
12/30/1997
Sold
$170,000
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Tax History for 5437 Poinsett Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$4,519
4%
$275,292
2%
2023
$4,340
—
$269,895
2%
2023
$4,340
2%
$264,604
2%
2022
$4,248
1%
$259,417
2%
2021
$4,202
5%
$254,331
1%
2020
$4,017
2%
$251,724
2%
2019
$3,925
4%
$246,789
2%
2018
$3,782
2%
$241,951
2%
2017
$3,725
1%
$237,208
2%
2016
$3,703
-2%
$232,558
2%
2015
$3,797
1%
$229,066
2%
2014
$3,766
2%
$224,580
—
2013
$3,707
—
$223,566
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Listed by Red Oak Realty, Shannon Prokup and Red Oak Realty, Eve Levine

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5437 Poinsett Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 (MLS# 41128570) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5437 Poinsett Ave is currently listed for $825,000 and was received on March 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 5437 Poinsett Ave? 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.

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