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236 Behrens St, El Cerrito, CA, 94530

$1,199,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

Closing Credit

4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,723 SqFt
$696/SqFt
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236 Behrens St, El Cerrito$1,199,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage, Off Street
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1939
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning
ViewBay, Hills
MLS #41080650
Lot Size0.08 Acres
StatusActive

About 236 Behrens St

This MacGregor home has all the classic charm, with the iconic large living room window, the arched entryways, split level design, and the original Mediterranean craftsmanship. Recently refreshed, the home features beautifully refinished hardwood floors downstairs, new waterproof laminate floors upstairs, fresh interior paint, updated light fixtures and chandeliers, and new refrigerator and stove. Sunlit bedrooms provide views of Albany Hill, with peek-a-boo views of the bay from upstairs. A rare gem in El Cerrito, this home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Nestled in a prime location, nearly everything is within walking distance - just a few blocks from El Cerrito Plaza, Trader Joes, and the BART station. Local schools are also just a short stroll away and Harding Park is around the corner! A quick 2-3 minute drive to Fat Apples and the shops and restaurants along Solano Avenue. The separate laundry room leads out to a spacious backyard with mature apple trees and a patio perfect for entertaining.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean, Spanish
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Living Area: 1,723 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (510) 339-8900
  • Listing Agent: Daniel Lewis

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
  • Flooring Type: Laminate, Wood
  • Interior: Breakfast Area
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • View: Bay, Hills

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage, Off Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard
  • Lot Size: 0.08 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Ashbury Ave to Fairmount Ave to Behrens St Cross Street: Fairmount Ave.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,199,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $696/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $1,840
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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El Cerrito, CA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.1M

Med. Price/SqFt

$777

Avg. Days On Market

23

# of Sold Homes

18

236 Behrens St vs El Cerrito

4 DAYS ON ROCKET

-19 Days

$1,199,000

+$24K More

$696/SqFt

-$82 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $24K more than the Median Sold Price and $82/SqFt less than other homes in El Cerrito, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • MLS Number: #41080650

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Compass
  • Office Phone: (510) 339-8900
  • Listing Agent: Daniel Lewis

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$1,840$65,893
2020$1,763$65,219
2019$1,648$63,941
2018$1,630$62,688
2017$1,611$61,459

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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6
/10

  • Harding Elementary School

  • 7230 Fairmount Ave

  • 0.14 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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4
/10

  • Fairmont Elementary School

  • 724 Kearney St

  • 0.74 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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8
/10

  • Cornell Elementary School

  • 920 Talbot Ave

  • 0.77 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $79,398. Most El Cerrito, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 236 Behrens St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 236 Behrens St property is $1,199,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 236 Behrens St is a house located in El Cerrito, California, 94530.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 236 Behrens St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $1,840 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 236 Behrens St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 236 Behrens St is 1,723 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 236 Behrens St is 1939.

Rocket Homes›California›Contra Costa County›El Cerrito›94530›236 Behrens St

This home is located at 236 Behrens St in El Cerrito, CA and zip code 94530 in the Behrens neighborhood. This 1,723 square foot home, which was built in 1939, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 13, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,199,000.

In November 2024, from all listings sold in El Cerrito, CA there were more than 12 sold above asking price, over 5 sold below and more than 0 were sold right at the asked price. The number of listings in El Cerrito, CA decreased by 19.1% between October 2024 and November 2024. While the average time on the market in November 2024 was 23 days, the median list price was $1,175,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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