709 Gelston Pl

El Cerrito, CA 94530

$1,200,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,830 Sq. Ft.
$656 / Sq. Ft.
1,830
Sq. Ft.
$656
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 5/8/25
Sold 5/8/25
a front view of a house with garage

Description

Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in El Cerrito’s sought-after “Views” neighborhood, this 1961 mid-century ranch home combines timeless California design, Bay views, and modern eco-conscious living. From the kitchen and expansive deck, enjoy vistas of SF, GG Bridge, and the Bay. Great for entertaining, the single-level floor plan features a spacious living room with a fireplace, large picture windows. A formal dining room remains open to the kitchen for easy conversation with the cook. The kitchen includes...Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in El Cerrito’s sought-after “Views” neighborhood, this 1961 mid-century ranch home combines timeless California design, Bay views, and modern eco-conscious living. From the kitchen and expansive deck, enjoy vistas of SF, GG Bridge, and the Bay. Great for entertaining, the single-level floor plan features a spacious living room with a fireplace, large picture windows. A formal dining room remains open to the kitchen for easy conversation with the cook. The kitchen includes granite counters, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, and views from the sink and the eating area. Sliding doors in both the kitchen and primary bedroom open to the generous deck, protected by a glass windscreen for year-round outdoor living and sunset views. The perfectly organized floor plan hosts three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a walk-in closet and en suite bath. Abundant storage includes deep closets, a large storeroom beneath the kitchen, and a two-car garage with 2 EV chargers. 2.7-kilowatt solar panels with 200 Amp service, a newer Lennox efficiency heater, solar light well and window films help reduce energy use. The landscaped garden features fruit trees, raised beds, and flowers.
  1. Listed by Tracy Sichterman • DRE #01205767 • BERKELEY HILLS REALTY
  2. Listed by Linda Van Couvering • DRE #01417020 • BERKELEY HILLS REALTY

Property Details for 709 Gelston Place

City
EL CERRITO
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
EL CERRITO VIEW
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Ranch, Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Int Access From Garage
View
Bay Bridge, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco
LISTING UPDATED: 05/09/2025 03:00 AM

Property Details for 709 Gelston Place

StatusSold
MLS #41092529
Days on Compass15
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,950 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of BERKELEY HILLS REALTY, Tracy Sichterman, DRE #01205767; BERKELEY HILLS REALTY, Linda Van Couvering, DRE #01417020

Sold By Compass, Terry Tilley, DRE #01992351

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Building Information for 709 Gelston Place

Stories1Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,950 SF

Payment Calculator

$7,160 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,849

Property Taxes

$1,311

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 709 Gelston Place

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Basement - Partial, Storage, Laundry Room, Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range/Cooktop, Island, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Basement Unfinished, Storage, Laundry
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Shower Over Tub
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Energy Star HVAC, Low E Glass, Skylight Tube(s), Solar Power
  • Solar: Solar Electrical Owned
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Window Coverings, All Public Utilities, Solar
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Partial Basement
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Regular, Backyard, Garden, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 4950
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 4950.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1830
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Retreat, Laundry Facility
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Fenced, Back Yard Fence, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Acres: 0.11
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: Moeser to Terrace S. to Gelston
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 505-282-010-6
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes

Property History for 709 Gelston Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 8, 2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41092529

$1,200,000—
May 8, 2025

Sold

EBRD #41092529

$1,200,000—
May 1, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557030175

$1,200,000

+1.9% / yr

Apr 24, 2025

Pending

EBRD #41092529

—
Apr 24, 2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41092529

—
Apr 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41092529

$1,150,000—
Apr 9, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41092529

$1,150,000—
Oct 2, 2006

Sold

EBRD #40199184

$849,600—
Oct 2, 2006

Sold

MLSListings #EB40199184

$849,600—
Sep 25, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #202901914

$850,000

+11.1% / yr

Aug 31, 2006

Pending

MLSListings #EB40199184

—
Aug 31, 2006

Pending

EBRD #40199184

—
Aug 17, 2006

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40199184

$849,000—
Aug 17, 2006

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40199184

$849,000—
Apr 21, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133015877

$658,000—
Apr 21, 2004

Sold

EBRD #40000486

$658,000—
Mar 20, 2004

Pending

EBRD #40000486

—
Mar 3, 2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40000486

$655,000—
Jun 16, 2000

Sold

EBRD #28117184

$410,000—
May 18, 2000

Pending

EBRD #28117184

—
Apr 25, 2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #28117184

$395,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/08/2025

Sold

MLSListings #MR41092529

$1,200,000
05/08/2025

Sold

EBRD #41092529

$1,200,000
05/01/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1557030175

$1,200,000

+1.9% / yr

04/24/2025

Pending

EBRD #41092529

—
04/24/2025

Pending

MLSListings #MR41092529

—
04/09/2025

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41092529

$1,150,000
04/09/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #MR41092529

$1,150,000
10/02/2006

Sold

EBRD #40199184

$849,600
10/02/2006

Sold

MLSListings #EB40199184

$849,600
09/25/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #202901914

$850,000

+11.1% / yr

08/31/2006

Pending

MLSListings #EB40199184

—
08/31/2006

Pending

EBRD #40199184

—
08/17/2006

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40199184

$849,000
08/17/2006

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40199184

$849,000
04/21/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133015877

$658,000
04/21/2004

Sold

EBRD #40000486

$658,000
03/20/2004

Pending

EBRD #40000486

—
03/03/2004

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40000486

$655,000
06/16/2000

Sold

EBRD #28117184

$410,000
05/18/2000

Pending

EBRD #28117184

—
04/25/2000

Listed (Active)

EBRD #28117184

$395,000

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

Public Records for 709 Gelston Place

Taxable ValueLand$643,089Additions$495,176Total$1,138,265
Tax Record2025$15,734 ($1,311 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,830 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,830 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,950 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN505-282-010-6Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 709 Gelston Place

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
CharterK to 8

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Listing Courtesy of BERKELEY HILLS REALTY, Tracy Sichterman, DRE #01205767; BERKELEY HILLS REALTY, Linda Van Couvering, DRE #01417020

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