1140 Arlington Blvd., El Cerrito, CA, 94530

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$1,698,000
16 Days On Site

1140 Arlington Blvd.
El Cerrito, CA 94530

For Sale|Single Family Residence|Active
5
Beds
3
Total Baths
2
Full Baths
1
Partial Bath
2,803
SqFt
$606
/SqFt
1966
Built
Subdivision:
EL CERRITO HILLS
County:
Contra Costa
Listed by Ruth Frassetto of Compass ruthfrassetto@gmail.com
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Gorgeous updated home surrounded by an incredible private garden designed for Modern Bay Area Living. El Cerrito is one of the East Bay Hills’ best-kept secrets. Location! The Kensington/Berkeley border! An incredible value—offering timeless architecture, nature, community, and easy access to Kensington, Berkeley, BART, regional parks, San Francisco, and Marin. Here, buyers can often find something increasingly rare near San Francisco and Berkeley: more land, more living space, and a true connection to nature, all while staying close to the city. A strong sense of community and enduring neighborhood connections add to the appeal. Set on 10,000+/- square feet, this 2,755+/--square-foot home offers the space and flexibility so many Bay Area buyers are seeking today. Five bedrooms provide exceptional versatility for family, guests, home offices, creative pursuits, fitness, and the evolving needs of a hybrid lifestyle. Natural light fills the gracious formal and casual living spaces. At the heart of the home, a beautifully designed chef’s kitchen with Pro-line appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops opens to the living and dining areas and flows directly to the garden. Traditional architectural character adds warmth, craftsmanship, and texture—qualities often missing from new construction. The professionally landscaped garden has been featured in numerous publications and is an extraordinary extension of the home. Mature specimen trees, established plantings, expansive lawn for play, and multiple outdoor gathering spaces create an inviting setting for everyday life. Enjoy morning coffee with a laptop, family afternoons outdoors, dinners beneath the pergola, or evenings with friends. More than a backyard, the garden has been an integral part of this home and the life lived here. It has welcomed music, dinners, charitable events, private Cal gatherings, celebrations, and groups of up to 200 guests—a rare setting that can feel intimate for everyday living yet expansive when entertaining. Zoned for Madera Elementary School, currently rated 10/10 by Great Schools, w/strong academic performance and programs including Gifted & Talented education and support for students with IEPs. Test scores rival Kensington Hilltop and Berkeley Elementary schools. El Cerrito Hills offers a rare balance of privacy, nature, neighborhood, and connectivity.

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Listing Snapshot
Price 
$1,698,000
Days On Site 
16 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 
Active
Property Tax 
N/A
HOA/Condo/Coop Fees 
N/A
Sq Ft Source 
N/A
Friends & Family
Recent Activity
2 days agoListing updated with changes from the MLS®
2 weeks agoStatus changed to Active
2 weeks 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 Room
Flooring 
CarpetTileWood
Heating 
Forced Air
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
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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