Address
857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA
Price
$ 2,000,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#41136162
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyContra Costa
- CityEl Cerrito
- NeighborhoodEL CERRITO HILLS
- Zip94530
- Style
- Year Built1949
- Price$ 2,000,000
- Bedrooms4
- Full Bathrooms4
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage2823
- Lot Size0.1056 Acres
Data Source:
California Regional MLS (CRMLS)
Property Description
*TRANSPARENT PRICE- Custom Built hillside retreat with expansive views from every level.Custom Built hillside retreat with expansive views from every level. Welcome to 857 Balra Drive, perched in the coveted El Cerrito Hills. This newly renovated 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home spans three levels and 2,823 sqft of light-filled living, with each floor framing its own panoramic view of the Bay and surrounding hills. The main level opens to a seamless flow between living, dining, and an updated chef's kitchen with island, skylights, and contemporary finishes, built for both everyday living and entertaining. Three private primary suites, one on each level, offer rare flexibility for extended-household living, guests, or independent in-law and au pair quarters. A finished attic, dedicated home office, media room, music room, wine cellar, family room, and additional bonus spaces deliver true room-for-everything functionality. Bay windows, balconies, decks, and a fenced patio extend view-driven living outdoors at every turn. Modern systems throughout: tankless water heater, central heat, engineered wood flooring, and EV charger in the attached two-car garage. Custom Built. Premium hillside lot. One unforgettable view. Call this your home!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/27/2026 | Listed $1,395,000 |
| 8/6/2026 | 43$2,000,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 2823 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Possession | Close Of Escrow |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Appliances | Gas Water Heater |
| Garage Spaces | 2 |
| Architectural Style | Modern |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1949 |
| Property Subtype | Single Family Residence |
| County | Contra Costa |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Attached Garage | true |
| Subdivision Name | EL CERRITO HILLS |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Other Structures | Barn(s) |
| Full Baths | 4 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | Cross Street: Stockton. |
| City | El Cerrito |
| Lot Size Units | Square Feet |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4600 |
| Listing Terms | Cash,Conventional |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Occupancy Type | Vacant |
| Property Sub Type Additional | Single Family Residence |
| PostalCity | EL CERRITO |
Interior Features
| Fireplace Features | None |
|---|---|
| Basement (Y/N) | true |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Bay Window(s),Screens |
| Fireplace Y/N | false |
| Total Bedrooms | 4 |
| Total Baths | 4 |
Exterior Features
| Parking Features | Garage,Off Street,RV Access/Parking,One Space |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Back Yard,Front Yard |
| Total Parking | 4 |
| Lot Size Area | 4600 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.1056 |
| Private Pool | false |
| Lot Size Source | Measured |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94530
Price
Year Built
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