8741 Don Carol Drive

El Cerrito, CA 94530

$1,198,000
Price
3
Beds
2,392 Sq. Ft.
$501 / Sq. Ft.
2,392
Sq. Ft.
$501
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Backdropped by Golden Gate Bridge and views of the bay, this artfully renovated home merges classic Mid-Century lines with refinished hardwoods to deliver the ultimate livable luxury. Guests are greeted by a formal living room with cozy fireplace and oversized windows. Anchored by a brick fireplace, a voluminous family room spills into an alfresco patio via glass sliders. An ornately tiled kitchen showcases S/S appliances, quartz counters, and tile backsplash, along with a sunny window seat and island....Backdropped by Golden Gate Bridge and views of the bay, this artfully renovated home merges classic Mid-Century lines with refinished hardwoods to deliver the ultimate livable luxury. Guests are greeted by a formal living room with cozy fireplace and oversized windows. Anchored by a brick fireplace, a voluminous family room spills into an alfresco patio via glass sliders. An ornately tiled kitchen showcases S/S appliances, quartz counters, and tile backsplash, along with a sunny window seat and island. Three tranquil bedrooms are tucked beyond the living area, including a gracious primary with walk-in closet and lavish ensuite bath. Newly reimagined with a lower-level media room, the plushily carpeted area is poised for visiting in-laws. Finished with a detached home-office and 2-car garage, this coveted address is zoned for Madera Elementary, located near Arlington Park/Camp Herms, and offers easy access to Kensington Village, Solano Avenue, and highway 80 for city-bound commutes. Sunday Open 1/26 and 2/2 2-4:30pm.

Property Details for 8741 Don Carol Drive

City
EL CERRITO
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
EL CERRITO HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Int Access From Garage, Off Street Parking, Space Per Unit - 2, Workshop in Garage, Garage Facing Front
View
City Lights, Downtown, Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, Water, Bridges, Mt Tamalpais
LISTING UPDATED: 02/04/2025 05:00 PM

Property Details for 8741 Don Carol Drive

StatusPending
MLS #41083128
Days on Compass14
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1961
Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,000 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Building Information for 8741 Don Carol Drive

Stories2Year Built1961Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 7,000 SF

Property Information for 8741 Don Carol Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Carpet
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, In Laundry Room, Washer, Cabinets
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Other, Rec/Rumpus Room, Workshop, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Island, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Bonus/Plus Room, Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Rec/Rumpus Room, Workshop, Other, Game Room
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Window
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Solid Surface, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Stone, Window
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • ADU Y/N: No
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Energy Saving Feature: Skylight(s), Thermostat Controller
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Garage Door Opener, Washer, Water Heater Gas, Window Coverings, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector, All Public Utilities
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Dual Pane Windows, Stucco, Wood Siding, Brick Veneer Skirt, Window Screens
  • Foundation: Crawl Space, Earthquake Braced
  • Level - Upper: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Level, Premium Lot, Up Slope, Backyard, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 7000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 2392
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: Other
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Terraced Back, Back Yard Fence, Front Porch, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Acres: 0.16
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • Directions to Property: Arlington to Arbor to Don Carol
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 505-322-019-9
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Property History for 8741 Don Carol Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 8741 Don Carol Drive

Taxable ValueLand$795,336Additions$452,789Total$1,248,125
Tax Record2024$17,270 ($1,439 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,164 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,164 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1961Year Renovated1980ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN505-322-019-9

Schools near 8741 Don Carol 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 - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Madera Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

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