872 Bates Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530
SOLD
FEB 25, 2026
Listed by Tamela Rucker, Diamond Enterprises, (626) 672-5284 . Bought with Red Oak Realty

$1,271,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,232 sqft

872 Bates Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Est. Refi. Payment $8,052/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 25, 2026 for $1,050,000 (22% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.27M
Since last month
Decreased$7K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$332K (+35.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$218K (+20.8%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.27M
August 2026$1.27M
March 2026$1.05M
February 2026$1.05M
January 2026$937K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
8530 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,125,000
02/18/26
2
2
1,767
8440 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$1,363,750
05/19/26
3
2.5
1,659
8618 Edgehill Ct, El Cerrito, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$2,050,000
05/26/26
3
2
1,648
7839 Eureka Ave, El Cerrito, CA
0.49
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$660,000
04/14/26
2
2
1,518
832 Contra Costa Dr, El Cerrito, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$1,065,000
04/21/26
5
2
1,831
8170 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,550,000
02/17/26
3
3
2,156
7659 Stockton Avenue, El Cerrito, CA
0.44
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$1,055,000
01/12/26
2
1
1,141
71 Norwood Ave, Kensington, CA
0.61
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$1,250,000
04/29/26
2
1.5
1,070
44 Anson Way, Kensington, CA
0.43
Single-Family Home
$899,000
08/14/26
3
2
1,578

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
8339 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.09
$1,628,100
4
3
2,539
Off Market
844 Gelston Pl, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.11
$1,936,500
4
4
2,278
Off Market
8315 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.10
$1,516,300
5
3
2,543
Off Market
829 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.11
$2,800,000
5
3
3,144
Recently Sold
8530 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.09
$1,125,000
2
2
1,767
Recently Sold
8440 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.09
$1,363,750
3
2.5
1,659
Recently Sold
846 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.11
$1,395,000
4
3
2,716
For Sale
716 Gelston Pl, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.15
$2,249,000
4
2
4,064
For Sale
8246 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.15
$680,000
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-
-
For Sale
8640 Terrace Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.13
$1,805,000
5
4
2,533
Recently Sold
910 Arlington Blvd, El Cerrito, CA 94530
0.12
$1,644,000
6
5
4,562
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 872 Bates Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1924
1,232 sqft
$852/sqft
Garage

About this House

2 Bedroom charm Ned’s a little work, but beautiful ful home. hardwood floors, brick fireplace, sun deck, beautiful deck and four fruit trees. W single car garages
872 Bates Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,232 sqft single-family home built in 1924. It last sold for $1,050,000 on Feb 25, 2026 (22% below the $1,350,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,271,100, with a rent estimate of $4,712/month.

Home Details for 872 Bates Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Sunroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1232 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: NoneAppliances: Gas Oven, Gas RangeLaundry: Washer Hookup,Gas Dryer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Standard
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay Window(s)Flooring: WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: PorchFloors: Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Mountain(s), Panoramic

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Covered, Front PorchNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Door-Multi,Driveway Up Slope From Street,Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Unknown
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 5

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1924
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: All personal personal propertyParcel Number: 5052920336

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,350,000Price Per Sqft: $852/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Feb 25 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: El Cerrito
School Information
High School: Paloma ValleyHigh School District: West Contra Costa

Community

Community Features: Foothills, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6480 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Waiting on buyer to performListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: CV26025544Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 626-672-5284Back On Market Date: Mon Feb 16 2026Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06013-N-5052920336-R-N

Additional Information

FoothillsSidewalks

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 25, 2026
Source: CRMLS #CV26025544
Sold
$1,050,000
Feb 16, 2026
Source: CRMLS #CV26025544
Contingent
$1,350,000
Feb 11, 2026
Source: CRMLS #CV26025544
Pending
$1,350,000
Feb 4, 2026
Source: CRMLS #CV26025544
Listed For Sale
$1,350,000

Market trends in El Cerrito

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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Available listings
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2MoM

Around this home

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

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    "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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    "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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    "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 872 Bates Ave

  • What is 872 Bates Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 872 Bates Ave in El Cerrito, CA is $1,271,100.
  • What is the price history for 872 Bates Ave?
    872 Bates Ave in El Cerrito, CA last sold for $1,050,000 in February 2026.
  • 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 872 Bates Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 872 Bates Ave in El Cerrito, CA has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 872 Bates Ave?
    The lot at 872 Bates Ave in El Cerrito, CA is about 0.15 acres (6,480 sq ft).

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