Does El Cerrito, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say there are sidewalks

Is El Cerrito, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say it's dog friendly

Is parking easy in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say parking is easy

Are yards well-kept in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 74% of users say yards are well-kept

Is El Cerrito, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is a car needed in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 71% of users say car is needed

Is El Cerrito, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Is there wildlife in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 65% of users say there's wildlife

Would people walk alone at night in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say people would walk alone at night

Does El Cerrito, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say there's holiday spirit

Are the streets well-lit in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 63% of users say streets are well-lit

Is El Cerrito, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 61% of users say it's quiet

Do residents of El Cerrito, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do kids play outside in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say kids play outside

Are there community events in El Cerrito, CA?

As of early 2026, 38% of users say there are community events

What is 1212 Elm St estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA is $1,337,900 .

What is the price history for 1212 Elm St?

1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA last sold for $1,171,000 in July 2020.

Is El Cerrito a buyer's or seller's market?

El Cerrito is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about El Cerrito?

Residents describe El Cerrito, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in El Cerrito, CA .

Does 1212 Elm St have air conditioning?

Yes, 1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA has air conditioning.

OFF MARKET

$1,337,900

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,122 sqft

1212 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Est. Refi. Payment $8,143/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 14, 2020 for $1,171,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$1.34M

Since last month

$10K (+0.8%)

Since last year

$51K (+4%)

Since last sale

$167K (+14.3%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +50% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$1.34M
July 2026	$1.33M
June 2026	$1.36M
May 2026	$1.36M
April 2026	$1.37M
March 2026	$1.39M
February 2026	$1.36M
January 2026	$1.33M
2025
December 2025	$1.31M
November 2025	$1.32M
October 2025	$1.34M
September 2025	$1.32M
August 2025	$1.29M
July 2025	$1.28M
June 2025	$1.32M
May 2025	$1.33M
April 2025	$1.35M
March 2025	$1.36M
February 2025	$1.36M
January 2025	$1.32M
2024
December 2024	$1.33M
November 2024	$1.34M
October 2024	$1.35M
September 2024	$1.35M
August 2024	$1.29M
July 2024	$1.22M
June 2024	$1.26M
May 2024	$1.29M
April 2024	$1.3M
March 2024	$1.27M
February 2024	$1.28M
January 2024	$1.22M
2023
December 2023	$1.21M
November 2023	$1.21M
October 2023	$1.31M
September 2023	$1.42M
August 2023	$1.39M
July 2023	$1.4M
June 2023	$1.42M
May 2023	$1.44M
April 2023	$1.43M
March 2023	$1.41M
February 2023	$1.35M
January 2023	$1.32M
2022
December 2022	$1.33M
November 2022	$1.37M
October 2022	$1.4M
September 2022	$1.38M
August 2022	$1.39M
July 2022	$1.45M
June 2022	$1.51M
May 2022	$1.55M
April 2022	$1.56M
March 2022	$1.56M
February 2022	$1.5M
January 2022	$1.53M
2021
December 2021	$1.52M
November 2021	$1.48M
October 2021	$1.47M
September 2021	$1.46M
August 2021	$1.45M
July 2021	$1.47M
June 2021	$1.44M
May 2021	$1.43M
April 2021	$1.34M
March 2021	$1.3M
February 2021	$1.28M
January 2021	$1.18M
2020
December 2020	$1.13M
November 2020	$1.1M
October 2020	$1.09M
September 2020	$1.07M
August 2020	$1.18M
July 2020	$1.17M
June 2020	$1.11M
May 2020	$1.08M
April 2020	$1.12M
March 2020	$1.09M
February 2020	$1.12M
January 2020	$1.1M
2019
December 2019	$1.1M
November 2019	$1.1M
October 2019	$1.13M
September 2019	$1.14M
August 2019	$1.1M
July 2019	$1.14M
June 2019	$1.1M
May 2019	$1.09M
April 2019	$1.03M
March 2019	$1.01M
February 2019	$1.02M
January 2019	$1M
2018
December 2018	$1.01M
November 2018	$1.03M
October 2018	$1.02M
September 2018	$1.04M
August 2018	$1.01M
July 2018	$993K
June 2018	$938K
May 2018	$944K
April 2018	$881K
March 2018	$901K
February 2018	$938K
January 2018	$911K
2017
December 2017	$901K
November 2017	$881K
October 2017	$891K
September 2017	$889K
August 2017	$890K
July 2017	$859K
June 2017	$861K
May 2017	$897K
April 2017	$886K
March 2017	$859K
February 2017	$854K
January 2017	$827K
2016
December 2016	$837K
November 2016	$841K
October 2016	$910K
September 2016	$889K
August 2016	$892K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1223 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA	0.04	Multi-Family Home	$1,070,000	08/07/26	6	4	2,828
1114 S 57th St, Richmond, CA	0.43	Multi-Family Home	$1,201,000	06/01/26	7	4	2,282
1729 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA	0.64	Multi-Family Home	$1,450,000	08/29/25	4	2	1,933
5600 Carlos Ave, Richmond, CA	0.53	Multi-Family Home	$900,000	12/23/25	7	4	2,711
1806 Key Blvd #1808, El Cerrito, CA	0.77	Multi-Family Home	$1,050,000	06/29/26	4	2	2,008
1532 Mariposa St, Richmond, CA	0.59	Multi-Family Home	$750,000	07/17/26	3	2	1,630
5705 Panama Ave, Richmond, CA	0.70	Multi-Family Home	$930,000	05/27/26	3	3	1,527
951 Lexington Ave, El Cerrito, CA	0.29	Multi-Family Home	$665,000	09/30/25	2	2	1,113
1806 Key Blvd, El Cerrito, CA	0.77	Multi-Family Home	$1,050,000	06/29/26	4	2	2,950
7553 Stockton Ave, El Cerrito, CA	0.60	Multi-Family Home	$1,189,000	12/30/25	3	2	1,374

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
1213 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.02	$1,085,000	3	2	1,048	Recently Sold
1225 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.04	$1,075,000	3	2	1,114	Recently Sold
1220 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.05	$1,147,800	3	2	1,374	Off Market
1223 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.04	$1,070,000	6	4	2,828	Recently Sold
1225 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.04	$818,600	3	1	1,034	Recently Sold
1130 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.07	$620,000	2	2	1,144	Recently Sold
6719 Glenwood Way, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.07	$1,201,300	3	2	1,807	Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.10	$685,700	3	2	1,330	Off Market
1200 Everett St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.10	$924,900	4	2	1,570	Off Market
1152 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.10	$844,800	4	2	1,464	Off Market
1228 Everett St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.10	$856,400	2	1	815	Off Market
1246 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530	0.10	$875,600	2	1	925	Off Market

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 1212 Elm St.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Multi-Family

Year Built

1967

Living Area

2,122 sqft

Price/Sqft

$630

Parking

Garage

About this House

Fabulous 4 BR/3 full bath duplex in terrific location, extensively renovated in 2020 w/ permits. 1212 is a gorgeous owner's unit w/ Master Ste, glass doors to charming fenced backyard, gleaming hardwood floors, fireplace, upgraded electrical, newly installed Milgard windows, remodeled & upgraded baths, & kitchen w/ Shaker style cabinets, all new stainless Kitchen Aid appliances including slide-in gas range, French door refrigerator, dishwasher, granite counters, breakfast bar & airy adjoining dining. 1210 is 2BR front-facing unit w/ kitchen & bath upgrades, open kitchen, dining and living room. Each unit boasts all spacious rooms, garage with laundry hook-ups, new interior paint & refinished hardwood. Just blocks to BART, bus, the El Cerrito Plaza, shopping, schools, services. 1st time offered!

1212 Elm St, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,122 sqft multi-family built in 1967. It last sold for $1,171,000 on Jul 14, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,337,900, with a rent estimate of $3,310/month.

Home Details for 1212 Elm St

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, Wall, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 8
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDisposal
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: CompositionExterior: Stucco, Wood, Brick
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1967Year Updated: 1968
Property Type / Style Property Type: Multi Family

Community
Units in Building: 2

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jul 15, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$1,050,000
Jul 15, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$1,050,000
Jul 14, 2020 Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40907797	Sold	$1,171,000
Jun 24, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$1,050,000
Jun 9, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$1,050,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$1,292,875

Additional Cost

Market trends in El Cerrito

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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Around this home

Fairmont Elementary School
K-6
Public
537 Students
West Contra Costa Unified School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
My child attended this school and we had a fairly good experience. The principal we started with was not great, but the new principal has been an upgrade.Our kid is has an IEP and we have had mostly good experiences with their team and both special education department leads.I see that this school scores pretty low on this website, and I can't speak for the test scores and things of that nature, but it has been a pretty safe school for us and our child seemed to have liked it. At the very least, you could definitely do worse in WCCUSD.
Parent Review
2y ago
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What Locals Say about El Cerrito

At least 206 Trulia users voted on each feature.

88 % Say there are sidewalks
87 % Say it's dog friendly
82 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
71 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
71 % Say car is needed
67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
65 % Say there's wildlife
63 % Say people would walk alone at night
63 % Say there's holiday spirit
63 % Say streets are well-lit
61 % Say it's quiet
59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
53 % Say kids play outside
38 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Sara Cheballah
Resident
11mo ago
"I feel like El Cerrito is a safe place for kids and schools are very good too just one thing is about parks there’s no much parks for kids and they are limited "
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Anthony G.
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5y ago
"Easy access to BART and freeways. Close to Solano (in Albany), and Gormet Ghetto in Berkeley. Lots of trails for walking or bike riding and surrounded by good hard working families. "
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Amagha
Resident
6y ago
"Low key, friendly, easy to get around city with close access to SF. Lots of amenities and access to Bart and 80."
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Jon C.
Resident
6y ago
"BART is convenient! There are two stations in El Cerrito. Plus transbay buses are easily accessible "
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Courtney K.
Resident
6y ago
"I don’t have a commute I work from home. Bart is available otherwise . San Pablo blvd sucks. Must use “100 characters “"
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Ajmadrid2002
Resident
6y ago
"Friendly and peaceful. Many walking paths and parks. Good neighbors. Police and dire departments close by. Good City services. "
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Dylan A.
Resident
6y ago
"Safe small town feeling. Madera school great, others average. Beautiful views from the hills. Well maintained roads. "
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EC lover
Resident
7y ago
"Easy. A brisk 10 min walk from home to the Bart station and then 33 min into the city. Walking route feels save and is flat for the most part. Only a slight uphill."
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Kpowell927
Resident
7y ago
"People walk their dogs and people rarely hold dog owners accountable for cleaning up after their dogs; so if you’re a lazy dog owner who doesn’t care about other people’s space you’re in luck. "
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Jester S.
Resident
7y ago
"There’s plenty of dog parks. A walking path. Or quite a few nice sized playgrounds. "
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Dianegoloff
Resident
7y ago
"I have lived here for decades. It has wonderful views of the Bay. It is very quiet and safe. Neighbors are friendly. There are sometimes deer and wild turkeys(!) in the street!"
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Delia R
Resident
7y ago
"El Cerrito is dog friendly. They have a small dark park under the bart tacks. El Cerrito is fairly clean & a friendly neighborhood to be in."
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Chrstn_strns
Resident
7y ago
"I have lived here for 3 years. I enjoy the community and the wild turkeys that roam the streets on occasion. "
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Anthony R. G.
Resident
7y ago
"Proximity to transportation and enough distance from the city. Great schools, lots of families, and great balance of urban and suburban. "
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Nandez30
Resident
7y ago
"Easy as access to Bart and Transbay bus lines keep the commute to downtown San Francisco under an hour. "
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Jamietipton
Resident
7y ago
"The schools are actually very nice and almost all have been rebuilt within the last few years. El Cerrito has some great parks with plenty of amenities for all age groups. This is a really good place to raise a family."
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Kelemrah
Resident
7y ago
"Very convenient two bart stations near by and walking distance mostly.lots options we have bart to warm springs, Fremont and Milbrae"
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Jamietipton
Resident
7y ago
"The schools are all quite good, and brand new. Walk to Bart, good local bars, shopping and parks. El Cerrito is a real East Bay gem."
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Nicole G.
Resident
7y ago
"While we are new to this neighborhood, we’ve enjoyed getting to know our neighbors in a relatively short period of time. It’s a mix of older couples who were once the “new families” and have been here for 30+ years, and us new families just arriving. Love the safe, homey feel. "
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Leena
Resident
8y ago
"It’s beautiful, safe, and quiet. The neighbors are friendly, BART is nearby, many shops are within a few minutes drive, east access to freeway."
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Mai B.
Resident
8y ago
"The suburban feel that’s not far from the big city. I have everything I need here in this city. It’s becoming something great. "
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William a. j.
Resident
8y ago
"Kids, pets, trees, pleasant streets, but BART and very few Teslas and BMWs. Feels very safe and the weather is never too hot or too cold."
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Danamccurdy
Resident
8y ago
"It is a Quiet, friendly, and walkable neighborhood. It is Close to dining and transit and shopping on Solano "
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Frequently asked questions about 1212 Elm St

What is 1212 Elm St estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA is $1,337,900.
What is the price history for 1212 Elm St?
1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA last sold for $1,171,000 in July 2020.
Is El Cerrito a buyer's or seller's market?
El Cerrito is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about El Cerrito?
Residents describe El Cerrito, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in El Cerrito, CA.
Does 1212 Elm St have air conditioning?
Yes, 1212 Elm St in El Cerrito, CA has air conditioning.