840 Sea View Dr

El Cerrito, CA 94530

$1,430,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,332 Sq. Ft.
$1,074 / Sq. Ft.
1,332
Sq. Ft.
$1,074
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enchanting creekside retreat on over 1/4 acre, surrounded by nature & offering a perfect blend of tranquility & modern, green-eco living. Nestled at the rear of the lot for maximum privacy, this all-electric home powered by solar boasts pretty views & exudes an extraordinary ambiance. A seasonal creek traverses through an engineered concrete channel, creating a magical experience during the rainy season w/ the peaceful sounds of rushing water. Vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows, & gorgeous updates...Enchanting creekside retreat on over 1/4 acre, surrounded by nature & offering a perfect blend of tranquility & modern, green-eco living. Nestled at the rear of the lot for maximum privacy, this all-electric home powered by solar boasts pretty views & exudes an extraordinary ambiance. A seasonal creek traverses through an engineered concrete channel, creating a magical experience during the rainy season w/ the peaceful sounds of rushing water. Vaulted ceilings, clerestory windows, & gorgeous updates to the kitchen & baths. Unique features include custom closets, a secret loft, & separate entrance to one bedroom offering possible use as home business. 2 sets of glass sliding doors extend the living space, a huge, engineered Cumaru wood deck out front & concrete patio w/ roofed steel pergola & outdoor grilling station out back: an entertainer's dream! Wander along pathways & footbridges over the creek & enjoy this homestead, w/ an urban farm of veggies & fruit trees irrigated by harvested rainwater, California natives & drought tolerant plants, a chicken coop ready for your backyard flock, & a treehouse w/ rope ladder, swing, & the best view on the property. Feels a world away yet conveniently close to amenities. This one of a kind custom home will be open Sept. 28 & 29, 2-4pm.
  1. Listed by Grace Bishop • DRE #01245471 • Red Oak Realty

Property Details for 840 Sea View Drive

City
EL CERRITO
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
EL CERRITO HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Contemporary
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage
View
Bay, City Lights, Partial
LISTING UPDATED: 11/07/2024 02:00 AM

Property Details for 840 Sea View Drive

StatusSold
MLS #41073527
Days on Compass35
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1973
Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,600 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Grace Bishop, DRE #01245471

Sold By eXp Realty of California Inc, Lena Yin, DRE #02140050

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Building Information for 840 Sea View Drive

Stories1Year Built1973Building Size-Lot Size0.29 AC / 12,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$8,587 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,492

Property Taxes

$1,095

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 840 Sea View Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Garage, Washer, Electric
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Other
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Sunken Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Solar Power
  • Solar: Solar Electrical Leased
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Water Heater Electric, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector, All Electric, Solar
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Up Slope, Backyard, Front Yard, Garden, Landscape Front, Stream Seasonal, Landscape Back
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 12600
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 12600.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1332
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Deck(s), Front Yard, Garden/Play, Patio Covered, Garden, Landscape Misc, Low Maintenance, Manual Sprinkler F&R, Stream Seasonal
  • Year Built: 1973
  • Acres: 0.29
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: use GPS
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 505-230-021-6
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 840 Sea View Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41073527

$1,430,000
Nov 5, 2024

Sold

EBRD #41073527

$1,430,000
Oct 31, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544295279

$1,430,000

+4.1% / yr

Oct 23, 2024

Pending

EBRD #41073527

Oct 23, 2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41073527

Sep 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41073527

$1,175,000
Sep 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41073527

$1,175,000
Jun 28, 2005

Sold

EBRD #40082068

$651,000
Jun 28, 2005

Sold

MLSListings #EB40082068

$651,000
Jun 15, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #159837331

$651,000
Jun 2, 2005

Pending

MLSListings #EB40082068

Jun 2, 2005

Pending

EBRD #40082068

May 23, 2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40082068

$595,000
May 23, 2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40082068

$595,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2024

Sold

MLSListings #EB41073527

$1,430,000
11/05/2024

Sold

EBRD #41073527

$1,430,000
10/31/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1544295279

$1,430,000

+4.1% / yr

10/23/2024

Pending

EBRD #41073527

10/23/2024

Pending

MLSListings #EB41073527

09/18/2024

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41073527

$1,175,000
09/18/2024

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41073527

$1,175,000
06/28/2005

Sold

EBRD #40082068

$651,000
06/28/2005

Sold

MLSListings #EB40082068

$651,000
06/15/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #159837331

$651,000
06/02/2005

Pending

MLSListings #EB40082068

06/02/2005

Pending

EBRD #40082068

05/23/2005

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB40082068

$595,000
05/23/2005

Listed (Active)

EBRD #40082068

$595,000

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

Public Records for 840 Sea View Drive

Taxable ValueLand$573,958Additions$339,746Total$913,704
Tax Record2024$13,134 ($1,095 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,272 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,272 SqFtStories1Lot Size12,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1973ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN505-230-021-6

Schools near 840 Sea View Drive

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 - 9 to 12
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

John Henry High
Charter9 to 12

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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Listing Courtesy of Red Oak Realty, Grace Bishop, DRE #01245471

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