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$1,698,000 Just Listed

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 22 hours ago

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857 Balra Dr,El Cerrito, CA 94530

857 Balra DrEl CerritoCA94530

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    857 Balra Dr,El Cerrito, CA 94530
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    857 Balra Dr,El Cerrito, CA 94530
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    857 Balra Dr,El Cerrito, CA 94530
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    857 Balra Dr,El Cerrito, CA 94530
    857 Balra DrEl CerritoCA94530
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Newly renovated hillside home offering expansive, unobstructed views from multiple levels. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence combines modern updates with a flexible and functional floor plan designed for comfortable living. The home is filled with abundant natural light, enhanced by skylights on the top level that brighten the interior throughout the day. Large windows frame sweeping views that create a serene setting rarely found in everyday living. The main level features an open-concept layout with seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas. The updated kitchen and bathrooms showcase contemporary finishes and quality craftsmanship. Multiple bonus rooms provide versatile space ideal for a home office, gym, media room, or guest accommodations. Each level offers its own scenic outlook, delivering a peaceful hillside atmosphere that feels like a retreat. Situated in a desirable El Cerrito location, this property presents a unique opportunity to own a thoughtfully renovated home with expansive views and flexible living space.

Full Property Details for 857 Balra Dr

General

  • Price: $1,698,000
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MAX
  • MLS ID: 41125843
  • Updated: 3/4/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 12
  • Interior Features: Au Pair, Den, Family Room, In-Law Floorplan, Music Room, Office, Storage, Study, Utility Room, Updated Kitchen
  • Fireplace(s): None
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
  • Flooring: Engineered Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

  • Kitchen: 220-Volt Outlet, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Kitchen Island, Microwave, Freestanding Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Skylight(s), Updated Kitchen
  • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Hookups Only

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play

Parking

  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener

Location

  • Area: Listing
  • County: Contra Costa
  • Subdivision: El Cerrito Hills
  • Driving Directions: GPS

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: None
  • Heating Type: Central

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utility Description: Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Windows: Bay Window(s), Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Stories/Levels: Three or More Stories
  • Year Built: 1949

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Dimensions: 4791.6
  • Lot Features: Premium Lot
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • For Sale: Yes
  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $601

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 5032920042

Listed by BHG RE Reliance Partners, Sunday Nguyen

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Schools serving 857 Balra Dr

School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District
NameGradesDistance
Kensington Elementary School
90 Highland Boulevard, Kensington, CA 94708
K-61 mi
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
7-80.7 mi
El Cerrito Senior High School
540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530
9-120.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 857 Balra Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
3/04/2026
Listed
$1,698,000
91%
MLS
11/03/2023
Sold
$889,000
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Tax History for 857 Balra Dr

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$12,834
-31%
$906,576
2%
2023
$18,569
—
$888,800
-35%
2023
$18,569
837%
$1,360,000
1716%
2022
$1,981
2%
$74,880
2%
2021
$1,933
4%
$73,413
1%
2020
$1,852
3%
$72,661
2%
2019
$1,798
4%
$71,237
2%
2018
$1,732
1%
$69,841
2%
2017
$1,712
1%
$68,472
2%
2016
$1,693
—
$67,130
2%
2015
$1,691
—
$66,122
2%
2014
$1,685
2%
$64,828
—
2013
$1,645
—
$64,536
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857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530 (MLS# 41125843) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 857 Balra Dr is currently listed for $1,698,000 and was received on March 04, 2026. Want to learn more about 857 Balra Dr? 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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