1140 Arlington Blvd., El Cerrito, CA, 94530

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$1,490,000
37 Days On Site

1140 Arlington Blvd.
El Cerrito, CA 94530

Single Family Residence|Pending
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,803
SqFt
$532
/SqFt
1966
Built
Subdivision:
EL CERRITO HILLS
County:
Contra Costa
Listed by Ruth Frassetto of Compass ruthfrassetto@gmail.com
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Enticing value- unexpected El Cerrito treasure! What if you could have the space to spread out, a garden to escape to, and the Bay Area right at your doorstep? One block to beloved Arlington Park and skipping distance to top-rated Madera Elementary School. Discover a beautifully updated El Cerrito Hills home where timeless architecture meets modern living, surrounded by an extraordinary private garden. Just minutes from Kensington, Berkeley, BART, regional parks, San Francisco, and Marin, this hidden gem offers the space, nature, and connection that are increasingly rare in the Bay Area. Set on approximately 10,000 sq. ft., this 2,755 sq. ft. home features five bedrooms, sun-filled living spaces, and a stunning chef’s kitchen with pro-line appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops. Flexible spaces adapt effortlessly to working from home, family life, fitness, and hosting friends. The showstopping, professionally landscaped garden—featured in numerous publications—is an outdoor oasis with an expansive lawn and inviting spaces for play, dining, relaxing, and entertaining. From quiet morning coffee to unforgettable gatherings beneath the pergola, this is outdoor living at its best. Near the Kensington/Berkeley border and zoned for top-rated Madera Elementary, this exceptional property offers the best of both worlds: more space, more nature, and more room to live—without giving up your connection to the city.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,490,000
Days On Site 
37 Days
Bedrooms 
5
Inside Area (SqFt) 
2,803 sqft
Total Baths 
3
Full Baths 
2
Partial Baths 
1
Lot Size 
0.2296 Acres
Year Built 
1966
MLS Number 
41149231
Status 
Pending
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
a week agoListing updated with changes from the MLS
a week agoStatus changed to Pending
2 weeks agoPrice changed to $1,490,000
a month agoListing first seen on site
General Features
Acres 
0.2296
Attached Garage 
Yes
Garage 
Yes
Garage Spaces 
2
Levels 
Two
Parking 
AttachedGarageGarage Door Opener
Parking Spaces 
2
Property Sub Type 
Single Family Residence
Style 
Custom
Interior Features
Appliances 
Gas Water HeaterDryerWasher
Cooling 
Central Air
Fireplace 
Yes
Fireplace Features 
Family RoomLiving RoomWood Burning
Flooring 
CarpetTileWood
Heating 
Forced Air
Interior 
Eat-in Kitchen
Family Room 
Kitchen 
Features - Kitchen Island, Stone Counters
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Exterior Features
Construction Details 
Wood Siding
Exterior 
Garden
Lot Features 
Back YardGarden
Patio And Porch 
Patio
Pool Features 
None
Roof 
Shingle
Community Features
School District 
West Contra Costa
Financing Terms Available 
CashConventional
Schools
School District
West Contra Costa
Elementary School
Unknown
Middle School
Unknown
High School
Unknown


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