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Jason Moorman

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$1,698,000

Est. payment - /mo

5 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,803 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,803 sqft

Price per Sqft $605

Subdivision El Cerrito Hills

MLS Listing ID 41149231

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1966

Lot Size 10,000 Sqft

Acres 23.0

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Gorgeous updated home surrounded by an incredible private garden designed for Modern Bay Area Living. El Cerrito is one of the East Bay Hills' best-kept secrets. Location! The Kensington/Berkeley border! An incredible value—offering timeless architecture, nature, community, and easy access to Kensington, Berkeley, BART, regional parks, San Francisco, and Marin. Here, buyers can often find something increasingly rare near San Francisco and Berkeley: more land, more living space, and a true connection to nature, all while staying close to the city. A strong sense of community and enduring neighborhood connections add to the appeal. Set on 10,000+/- square feet, this 2,755+/--square-foot home offers the space and flexibility so many Bay Area buyers are seeking today. Five bedrooms provide exceptional versatility for family, guests, home offices, creative pursuits, fitness, and the evolving needs of a hybrid lifestyle. Natural light fills the gracious formal and casual living spaces. At the heart of the home, a beautifully designed chef's kitchen with Pro-line appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops opens to the living and dining areas and flows directly to the garden. Traditional architectural character adds warmth, craftsmanship, and texture—qualities often missing from new construction. The professionally landscaped garden has been featured in numerous publications and is an extraordinary extension of the home. Mature specimen trees, established plantings, expansive lawn for play, and multiple outdoor gathering spaces create an inviting setting for everyday life. Enjoy morning coffee with a laptop, family afternoons outdoors, dinners beneath the pergola, or evenings with friends. More than a backyard, the garden has been an integral part of this home and the life lived here. It has welcomed music, dinners, charitable events, private Cal gatherings, celebrations, and groups of up to 200 guests—a rare setting that can feel intimate for everyday living yet expansive when entertaining. Zoned for Madera Elementary School, currently rated 10/10 by Great Schools, w/strong academic performance and programs including Gifted & Talented education and support for students with IEPs. Test scores rival Kensington Hilltop and Berkeley Elementary schools. El Cerrito Hills offers a rare balance of privacy, nature, neighborhood, and connectivity.

Location

State CA

County Contra Costa

Interior

Interior Features Family Room, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Updated Kitchen

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Carpet

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Family Room, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Appliance Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Laundry Laundry Room

Exterior

Exterior Feature Back Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Private Entrance

Garage Spaces 2.0

Pool None

Handicap Access None

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Premium Lot, Private

Story 2

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Custom

Level or Stories Two Story

New Construction Yes

Schools

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

Others

Tax ID 5053610183

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Listed by Ruth Frassetto • Compass

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Jason Moorman

+1(925) 308-3288

Realtor CA DRE CA 1964853

1140 Arlington Blvd. El Cerrito, CA 94530

Jason Moorman

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