236 Behrens St

1,723 Sq. Ft.
$784 / Sq. Ft.
1,723
Sq. Ft.
$784
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.

Listing Agent

  1. Daniel Lewis

    Daniel Lewis

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01894574

    daniel.lewis@compass.com

    P: (510)-735-7229

Property Details for 236 Behrens Street

City
EL CERRITO
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
EL CERRITO
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
MacGregor, Mediterranean, Spanish
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Garage Parking, Off Street Parking, Side Yard Access, Garage Facing Front
View
Bay, Hills, Partial, Bridges
LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2025 02:00 AM

Property Details for 236 Behrens Street

StatusSold
MLS #41080650
Days on Compass18
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1939
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,360 SF
CountyContra Costa County
Compensation RemarksNegotiable with the seller

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Daniel Lewis, DRE #01894574

Sold By Winkler Real Estate Group, Xinwei Luo, DRE #02192016

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Building Information for 236 Behrens Street

Stories2Year Built1939Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,360 SF

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Property Information for 236 Behrens Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room, Stone, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Laminate
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer, Sink
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 9
  • Additional Rooms: Den / Study / Office, None
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Electric Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 4
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Den, Family Room, No Additional Rooms, Laundry
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Dual Flush Toilet, Stone
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas, Fireplace(s)
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: None
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Gas
  • Builder/Architect: MacGregor
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Complex Name: None
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood Siding, Siding - Stucco, Wood Frame
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Raised
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
  • Lot Description: Level, Regular, Backyard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscape Front, Paved, Landscape Back
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 3360
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3360.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles, Other
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1723
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Patio, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Porch, Wood Fencing
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Acres: 0.08
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Ashbury Ave to Fairmount Ave to Behrens St
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 504-202-004-9
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 236 Behrens Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41080650

$1,350,000
Jan 29, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41080650

$1,350,000
Jan 13, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549539977

$1,350,000
Dec 31, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #MR41080650

Dec 31, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41080650

Dec 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41080650

$1,199,000
Dec 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41080650

$1,199,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2025

Sold

EBRD #41080650

$1,350,000
01/29/2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41080650

$1,350,000
01/13/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1549539977

$1,350,000
12/31/2024

Pending

MLSListings #MR41080650

12/31/2024

Pending

EBRD #41080650

12/13/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41080650

$1,199,000
12/13/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41080650

$1,199,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 236 Behrens Street

Taxable ValueLand$912,638Additions$228,159Total$1,140,797
Tax Record2025$15,849 ($1,321 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,723 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,723 SqFtStories2Lot Size3,360 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN504-202-004-9

Schools near 236 Behrens Street

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Harding Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Richmond Charter Academy
Charter6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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