857 Balra Dr
El Cerrito, CA, 94530 $ 1,395,000
Bedrooms4 Baths4.0 Sq 2,823 Monthly Estimate*
$ 8,589
Listed by eXp Realty of California
for $1,395,000 with 4 bedrooms and 4 full baths. This 2,823 square foot home was built in 1949 on a lot size of 0.1056.
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!
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FeaturesGeneralLiving 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
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InteriorFireplace 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
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 4
Total Baths 4
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ExteriorParking 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
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Average List Price $1,175,727
Percent of Sale Price 16%
About El Cerrito, CA 23,877 Population
3% Since 2002
$ 90,159 Median Income
45.49 Median Age
25% Households with Children
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 5/27/2026 | $1,395,000 | | Listed Price |