2005 Harper St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
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$998,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,804 sqft

2005 Harper St, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Est. Mortgage $6,295/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1962
$553/sqft
Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 2005 Harper St.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Private balconySpacious two-car garageSpacious backyardPeaceful hillside settingPeaceful streetFlexible living spaces
Welcome to this beautifully positioned El Cerrito home, where breathtaking panoramic views stretch across the rolling hills, the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the San Francisco skyline. Perched at an elevated vantage point, this property offers the opportunity to enjoy some of the Bay Area’s most iconic scenery from the comfort of your home. As you arrive, you’ll appreciate the peaceful street and the home’s inviting curb appeal. A spacious two-car garage provides ample parking, while the generous front yard offers endless possibilities. Create an outdoor lounge, gather around a fire pit, or simply relax with outdoor seating. Inside, you’re welcomed by a bright living room, dining area, and kitchen that flow seamlessly together before opening to a private balcony. Enjoy morning coffee, evening sunsets, or admire panoramic views of the hills, San Francisco, the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the sparkling bay. The kitchen is filled with natural light and offers a fantastic opportunity for the next owner to personalize and update to their style. On the main level, you’ll find three sized bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with large windows that fill the home with natural light. The primary suite features a walk-in closet and an ensuite bathroom with dual vanities and a tiled tub and shower combination. Downstairs, the home expands with an impressive bonus level. Just beyond the staircase is a large secondary living area offering flexibility for multigenerational living, a game room, home office, media room, or potential in-law quarters. This level also includes a full bathroom, washer and dryer hookups, an additional bonus room, and a large crawlspace for extra storage. Step outside to a spacious backyard ready for your vision. Whether you dream of creating an outdoor entertaining space, lush garden, play area, or private retreat, the possibilities are endless. Conveniently located near highly regarded schools, parks, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home also offers easy access to major commute routes while maintaining its peaceful hillside setting. With spectacular views, flexible living spaces, and endless potential, this is a rare opportunity to own an exceptional El Cerrito home.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Ruben Haros Bravo DRE #02086645, (831) 869-7382
Serhant California, Inc
Daniel Donate DRE #02009961, (510) 335-9095
Serhant California, Inc
Source: Bay East AOR, MLS#41144301
Also Listed on CRMLS, Bay East AOR.

Home Details for 2005 Harper St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1804 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: BrickHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Laminate, Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Bay, Bridge(s), Hills, City, Ocean
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: FencedExterior: Storage, Private EntranceNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 48

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 5013900054

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $998,000Price Per Sqft: $553
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 08 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Location

Direction & Address
City: El CerritoCommunity: Other

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 41144301

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1804 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4900 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Excl RightListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41144301Water ViewWater View: Bay, OceanAbove Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

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.
  • Trulia User
    "Good services, a nice neighborhood, good community, great for families! "
  • Sara Cheballah
    "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 "
  • Anthony G.
    "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. "
  • Amagha
    "Low key, friendly, easy to get around city with close access to SF. Lots of amenities and access to Bart and 80."
  • Jon C.
    "BART is convenient! There are two stations in El Cerrito. Plus transbay buses are easily accessible "
  • Courtney K.
    "I don’t have a commute I work from home. Bart is available otherwise . San Pablo blvd sucks. Must use “100 characters “"
  • Ajmadrid2002
    "Friendly and peaceful. Many walking paths and parks. Good neighbors. Police and dire departments close by. Good City services. "
  • Dylan A.
    "Safe small town feeling. Madera school great, others average. Beautiful views from the hills. Well maintained roads. "
  • EC lover
    "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."
  • Kpowell927
    "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. "
  • Jester S.
    "There’s plenty of dog parks. A walking path. Or quite a few nice sized playgrounds. "
  • Dianegoloff
    "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!"
  • Delia R
    "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."
  • Chrstn_strns
    "I have lived here for 3 years. I enjoy the community and the wild turkeys that roam the streets on occasion. "
  • Anthony R. G.
    "Proximity to transportation and enough distance from the city. Great schools, lots of families, and great balance of urban and suburban. "
  • Nandez30
    "Easy as access to Bart and Transbay bus lines keep the commute to downtown San Francisco under an hour. "
  • Jamietipton
    "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."
  • Kelemrah
    "Very convenient two bart stations near by and walking distance mostly.lots options we have bart to warm springs, Fremont and Milbrae"
  • Jamietipton
    "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."
  • Nicole G.
    "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. "
  • Leena
    "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."
  • Mai B.
    "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. "
  • William a. j.
    "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."
  • Danamccurdy
    "It is a Quiet, friendly, and walkable neighborhood. It is Close to dining and transit and shopping on Solano "

Market trends in El Cerrito

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
Sale-to-List Price
Price per sq ft
Available listings
36
2
MoM

Home Value

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

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
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,400,000
09/29/25
4
3
1,856
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,390,000
11/04/25
3
3
2,034
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,300,000
06/23/26
4
2.5
1,956
0.23
Single-Family Home
$1,376,000
11/19/25
3
2
1,765
0.34
Single-Family Home
$950,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,840
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,142,000
04/01/26
4
4
2,361
0.55
Single-Family Home
$638,000
02/27/26
3
3
1,471
0.55
Single-Family Home
$507,000
10/23/25
3
3
1,471

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
0.05
$1,258,800
4
2
2,106
Off Market
0.06
$1,604,700
3
3
2,077
Off Market
0.05
$1,388,000
5
4
2,530
For Sale
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.06
$1,406,600
3
2.5
1,763
Off Market
0.07
$1,132,100
2
1.5
1,316
Off Market
0.07
$1,142,000
4
4
2,361
Recently Sold
0.09
$1,576,700
4
3
2,603
Off Market
0.07
$1,378,400
4
3
1,856
Off Market
0.08
$850,000
2
1
1,156
Recently Sold
0.10
$857,900
2
1
891
Off Market
0.12
$839,000
3
1
1,097
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 8, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41144301
Pending
$998,000
Aug 7, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41144301
Listed For Sale
$998,000
Jan 11, 2005
Source: Bay East AOR #40047071
Sold
$575,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Ruben Haros Bravo, Serhant California, Inc
Agent Phone: (831) 869-7382
Bay East© 2026, CCAR© 2026, bridgeMLS© 2026. Information Deemed Reliable but not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used or any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated at 2026-09-23 10:53:18 PDT.

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Frequently asked questions about 2005 Harper St

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2005 Harper St?
    Based on a $998,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2005 Harper St in El Cerrito, CA is approximately $6,500 (about $5,469 principal & interest, $956 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about El Cerrito?
    Residents describe El Cerrito, CA as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in El Cerrito, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2005 Harper St?
    The closest schools to 2005 Harper St in El Cerrito, CA are El Cerrito Senior High School (rated 7/10), Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (rated 5/10), Madera Elementary School (rated 10/10).
  • Does 2005 Harper St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2005 Harper St in El Cerrito, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2005 Harper St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2005 Harper St in El Cerrito, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 2005 Harper St have a yard?
    Yes, 2005 Harper St in El Cerrito, CA has a yard.
2005 Harper St, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,804 sqft single-family home built in 1962. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bay East AOR on Aug 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 41144301.