$1,698,000

857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530

4 beds |
4 baths |
2,823 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
4,792sqft lot
2 car garage
$601/sqft
Listed 13 hours ago

Property Description

Newly renovated hillside home offering expansive, unobstructed views from multiple levels. This 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom residence combines modern updates with a flexible and functional floor plan designed for comfortable living. The home is filled with abundant natural light, enhanced by skylights on the top level that brighten the interior throughout the day. Large windows frame sweeping views that create a serene setting rarely found in everyday living. The main level features an open-concept layout with seamless flow between living, dining, and kitchen areas. The updated kitchen and bathrooms showcase contemporary finishes and quality craftsmanship. Multiple bonus rooms provide versatile space ideal for a home office, gym, media room, or guest accommodations. Each level offers its own scenic outlook, delivering a peaceful hillside atmosphere that feels like a retreat. Situated in a desirable El Cerrito location, this property presents a unique opportunity to own a thoughtfully renovated home with expansive views and flexible living space.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: March 4, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 4, 2026 at 6:09PM
Listing Office:: BHG RE Reliance Partners : 510-868-1400
Listing Agent:: Sunday Nguyen : 510-999-6663
MLS ID:: 41125843

General: Au PairDenFamily RoomIn-Law FloorplanMusic RoomOfficeStorageStudyUtility RoomUpdated Kitchen
Appliances: DishwasherMicrowaveFree-Standing RangeRefrigeratorGas Water HeaterTankless Water Heater
Laundry: Gas Dryer HookupHookups Only
Flooring: Engineered Wood
A/C: None
Heating: Central
Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

General: Back YardFront YardGarden/Play
Style: Custom
Pool: None
Parking: AttachedElectric Vehicle Charging Station(s)Garage Door Opener

Roofing: Shingle
Windows: Bay Window(s)ScreensSkylight(s)
General: Wood SidingThree or More Stories

Originating MLS: Paragon
County: Contra Costa

Zoning: 5032920042
Fencing: Fenced

Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedIndividual Electric MeterIndividual Gas MeterNo Solar220 Volts in Kitchen

Source: Paragon

This listing courtesy of Sunday Nguyen , BHG RE Reliance Partners

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Location

Schools Nearby

Wilson Elementary School

7150 Portola Dr, El Cerrito, CA, 94530

Grades KG-6

0.30 miles away

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School

7125 Donal Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530

Grades 7-8

0.70 miles away

El Cerrito High School

540 Ashbury Ave, El Cerrito, CA, 94530

Grades 9-12

0.43 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.