Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/19/2026
Listed
$549,950
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/52
$549,950 Just Listed
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/52
Property Description
Rare opportunity in the sought-after Annex neighborhood! This charming fixer-upper sits on a spacious corner lot with a detached garage, offering exceptional potential for expansion, development, or the addition of an ADU. Inside, the two-bedroom home is rich with character, featuring vaulted wood-beam ceilings, a cozy living room fireplace, abundant natural light, and an inviting layout with generously sized bedrooms. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to create your dream home, this property presents endless possibilities to add value and make it your own. Probate sale with no court confirmation required. Conveniently located near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, BART, El Cerrito shopping and dining, and public transportation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5526 Carl Ave
General
- Price: $549,950
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41135266
- Updated: 5/20/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: No Additional Rooms
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
- Appliances: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Solid Surface, Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Laminate Counters, Gas Range/Cooktop, Freestanding Range/Oven
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage, Other
Parking
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: Richmond Annex
- Driving Directions: USE GPS.
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Floor Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cottage
- Exterior Const.: Stone, Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Stories/Levels: One Story
- Year Built: 1942
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
- Lot Dimensions: 5227.2
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level, Premium Lot, Front Yard
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $559
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 5081320011
Listed by Security Pacific Real Estate, Gary Torretta
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
We Value Your Privacy
Listing agent
— 5526 Carl Ave —
Gary Torretta
Security Pacific Real Estate
NMLS#: 1598647Get Pre-Approved Today
Schools
Schools serving 5526 Carl Ave
School District:West Contra Costa Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stege Elementary School 4949 Cypress Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804 | K-6 | 0.5 mi |
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School 7125 Donal Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 7-8 | 0.9 mi |
El Cerrito Senior High School 540 Ashbury Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530 | 9-12 | 1.6 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 5526 Carl Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 5526 Carl Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,671
4%
$49,840
2%
2023
$1,611
—
$48,864
2%
2023
$1,611
4%
$47,907
2%
2022
$1,546
3%
$46,968
2%
2021
$1,499
5%
$46,048
1%
2020
$1,430
4%
$45,577
2%
2019
$1,381
4%
$44,684
2%
2018
$1,324
1%
$43,808
2%
2017
$1,309
1%
$42,950
2%
2016
$1,290
—
$42,109
2%
2015
$1,288
-1%
$41,477
2%
2014
$1,305
12%
$40,666
—
2013
$1,166
—
$40,483
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 5526 Carl Ave
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 4 days ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by Rick Fuller Inc., Linda Tamburri
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 days ago
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by Security Pacific Real Estate, Jack Burns
- Single Family
- Active
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by Keller Williams Realty, Rebecca Loboschefsky
- Single Family
- Active
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by Choice Realty, Ullon Willis
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 hours ago
- 4Beds
- 3Total Baths
- Multi-Family
- Active
- Updated 1 day ago
Listed by RE/MAX Accord, Michael Hughey
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 5 days ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Re/Max Accord, Christy Tsui
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 7 hours ago
- 4Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Dudum Real Estate Group, Emanuel Sakkis
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 3Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by EXP Realty of California, Inc, Juan Sanchez
- Residential Lots
- Active
- Updated 6 days ago
- 2.066Acres
Listed by Signal
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 6 hours ago
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Century 21 Epic, Lindsay Hernandez
- Single Family
- Active
- Updated 2 hours ago
- 5Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Shelly Ouyang, Broker, Shelly Ouyang
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
- Single Family
- Closed
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Real Broker, Max Giffin
Sold by KW Advisors East Bay, Kunga Nyima
Sold by KW Advisors East Bay, Kunga Nyima
- Single Family
- Closed
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by R.A.M. Realty, Jeff Rosenberger
Sold by Better Homes and Gardens RP, Tenzin Rangdol
Sold by Better Homes and Gardens RP, Tenzin Rangdol
- Single Family
- Closed
- 2Beds
- 1Total Bath
Listed by Red Oak Realty, Lisa Robesch and Red Oak Realty, Tania Balazs Jacard
Sold by EXP Realty of California, Inc, Mauricio Torres
Sold by EXP Realty of California, Inc, Mauricio Torres
- Single Family
- Closed
- 3Beds
- 2Total Baths
Listed by Home One Realty, Kevin Wilson
Sold by Everest Realty Group, Suraj Pakhrin
Sold by Everest Realty Group, Suraj Pakhrin
5526 Carl Ave, Richmond, CA 94804 (MLS# 41135266) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5526 Carl Ave is currently listed for $549,950 and was received on May 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 5526 Carl Ave? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Richmond? You can browse all Richmond real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.