955 Galvin Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530 - Photo 1

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$1,800,000

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

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Property Description

Completely level-in with incredible views! 955 Galvin is a meticulously designed and lovingly updated 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,810 sq ft completely level-in, mid century modern home with a panoramic view of the bay. A showstopping entry welcomes you to sun-drenched living spaces, with brand new hardwood floors throughout. You can't help but be drawn directly out the back doors to take in the view. 3 sizable bedrooms, an office, and 2 full bathrooms on the main with an entire second floor of flexible living space, complete with its own kitchen, family room, and separate entry, perfect for entertaining, multigenerational living, or a rentable ADU! Gather in the modern open-concept living space with updated kitchen seamlessly connected to the dining area, family room, and living room - all anchored by a thoughtfully preserved fireplace and a wall of windows, highlighting this architectural love letter to minimal design. The main floor also features an updated ensuite primary, two spacious bay-view bedrooms, and a stylishly updated bathroom. Downstairs, the second floor offers a generous living room and additional kitchen, two full bathrooms, an enormous bedroom, and stunning exposed beam ceiling family room. All of this is accessed inside or with a separate entry, but the same bay views! Meander to the 7,700 sq ft lot to satisfy your inner gardener with garden spaces for more entertaining spaces, veggie beds, and mature citrus trees. Attached two-car garage and Zoned Kensington Hilltop Elementary. Steps to Cerrito Vista Park, EC Pool & Community Center, and the shops on Stockton Ave.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 955 Galvin Dr

General

Sold For: $1,800,000
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MAX
MLS ID: 41141675
Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Interior Features: Family Room, Formal Dining Room, In-Law Floorplan, Office, Breakfast Bar, Updated Kitchen
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Stone
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood Floors Throughout, Tile

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 4
Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Kitchen: Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Freestanding Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer

Exterior

Exterior Features: Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front

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: Moeser to Galvin

School Information

High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
Roof: Tar/Gravel
Stories/Levels: Two Story
Living Area: 3,222 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1969

Lot Features

Property View: Bay, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, San Francisco, Water, Bridge(s), City, Mt Tamalpais
Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
Lot Dimensions: 7840.8
Lot Features: Sloped Down, Premium Lot, Back Yard, Landscaped
Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

For Sale: Yes
Price Per Sq. Ft.: $450

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 5033010215

Listed by District Homes, Alissa Custer
Sold by Redfin, Beth Tehrani

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Schools

Schools serving 955 Galvin Dr

School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Kensington Elementary School 90 Highland Boulevard, Kensington, CA 94708	K-6	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	0.8 mi

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Price & Sales History for 955 Galvin Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

8/10/2026

Sold

$1,800,000

24.22%

MLS

7/15/2026

Listed

$1,449,000

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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.

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Active
Updated 3 days ago

4
Beds
4
Total Baths

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Just Listed

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Open House

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Active
Updated 2 days ago

2
Beds
2
Total Baths

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Just Listed

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Open House

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Active
Updated 3 days ago

6
Beds
2
Total Baths
3,369
Sq. Ft.

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Just Listed

$1,495,000

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Active
Updated 2 days ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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Single Family
Active
Updated 4 days ago

4
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,123
Sq. Ft.

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Price Reduced

-$12,401 (-1.33%)

$917,499

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Single Family
Active
Updated 2 days ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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Price Reduced

-$25,000 (-3.55%)

$679,900

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Single Family
Active
Updated 4 days ago

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,204
Sq. Ft.

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Price Reduced

-$4,050 (-1.14%)

$349,950

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Condo
Active
Updated 1 day ago

1
Bed
1
Total Bath

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Sold

$1,600,000

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Single Family
Closed

2
Beds
1
Total Bath

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Sold by Compass, Jason Mitchell

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Sold

$1,700,000

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Single Family
Closed
Updated 5 days ago

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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Sold

$1,805,000

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Single Family
Closed
Updated 16 hours ago

5
Beds
5
Total Baths

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Sold

$1,750,000

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Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
3
Total Baths

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Sold by Compass, Michelle Hunter

955 Galvin Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530 (MLS# 41141675) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,800,000 on August 10, 2026. Want to learn more about 955 Galvin 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.

955 Galvin Dr El Cerrito, CA 94530