5749 Central Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
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OFF MARKET

$752,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,142 sqft

5749 Central Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Est. Refi. Payment $4,589/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 13, 2021 for $675,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$752K
Since last month
Increased$3K (+0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$26K (+3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$77K (+11.5%)
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 +31% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$752K
July 2026$749K
June 2026$759K
May 2026$770K
April 2026$760K
March 2026$756K
February 2026$753K
January 2026$728K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
5832 San Jose Ave, Richmond, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$735,000
05/28/26
3
1
960
2623 Santa Clara St, Richmond, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$810,000
12/02/25
2
1
841
618 Liberty St, El Cerrito, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$685,000
11/14/25
2
1
833
5429 Van Fleet Ave, Richmond, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$720,000
12/02/25
3
2
1,543
5716 Fresno Ave, Richmond, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$725,000
06/03/26
2
1
841
5720 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$805,000
03/02/26
3
3
1,500
2815 San Luis St, Richmond, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$930,000
08/12/26
3
2
1,519
557 Lexington Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$1,075,000
08/07/26
2
1
1,093
556 Norvell St, El Cerrito, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$1,025,000
11/21/25
3
1
1,135
5625 Sacramento Ave, Richmond, CA
0.34
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/08/26
2
1
1,142

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
3012 Santa Clara Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.05
$953,500
3
3
1,388
Off Market
3014 Santa Clara Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.05
$920,000
3
3
1,388
Recently Sold
5804 El Dorado St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.06
$907,400
3
3
1,388
Off Market
5808 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.07
$899,000
3
3
1,388
For Sale
5812 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.07
$879,900
3
3
1,388
Off Market
5814 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.07
$918,888
3
3
1,388
Recently Sold
5720 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.08
$805,000
3
2
1,500
Recently Sold
3030 San Mateo St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.11
$908,400
4
2
1,511
Off Market
5832 San Jose Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
0.11
$735,000
3
1
960
Recently Sold
3032 San Mateo St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.11
$641,200
2
2
821
Off Market
5619 El Dorado Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.13
$763,400
1
1
914
Off Market
5725 San Diego St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.09
$1,662,300
8
5
3,464
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,142 sqft
Price/Sqft
$659

About this House

Perfect 3BD/1BA starter home. Backyard with deck. Close to shopping, transportation and parks. Call Maina 510-219-1801
5749 Central Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,142 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $675,000 on May 13, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $752,400, with a rent estimate of $4,166/month.

Home Details for 5749 Central Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940Year Updated: 1951
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2526 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 13, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40943437
Sold
$675,000
Apr 14, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40943437
Pending
$599,000
Mar 31, 2021
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40943437
Listed For Sale
$599,000
Feb 22, 2018
Source: N/A
Sold
$69,000
May 12, 2010
Source: N/A
Sold
$240,000

Market trends in El Cerrito

Last updated July 2026
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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
    "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.
    "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
    "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.
    "BART is convenient! There are two stations in El Cerrito. Plus transbay buses are easily accessible "
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  • Courtney K.
    "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
    "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.
    "Safe small town feeling. Madera school great, others average. Beautiful views from the hills. Well maintained roads. "
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  • 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."
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  • 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. "
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  • Jester S.
    "There’s plenty of dog parks. A walking path. Or quite a few nice sized playgrounds. "
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  • 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!"
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  • 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."
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  • Chrstn_strns
    "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.
    "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
    "Easy as access to Bart and Transbay bus lines keep the commute to downtown San Francisco under an hour. "
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  • 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."
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  • Kelemrah
    "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
    "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.
    "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
    "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.
    "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.
    "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
    "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 5749 Central Ave

  • What is 5749 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5749 Central Ave in El Cerrito, CA is $752,400.
  • What is the price history for 5749 Central Ave?
    5749 Central Ave in El Cerrito, CA last sold for $675,000 in May 2021.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 5749 Central Ave?
    The lot at 5749 Central Ave in El Cerrito, CA is about 0.06 acres (2,614 sq ft).

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