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$2,000,000
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857 Balra Dr
El Cerrito, CA 94530
4 Beds
4 Baths
2,823 Ft²
$9,821
Est. Monthly
About This Property
*TRANSPARENT PRICE- 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!
Unit Size
2,823 Ft²
Days on Market
150 days
Land Size
0.11 acres
Price per sqft
$708
Property Type
House
Property Taxes
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HOA Dues
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Year Built
1949
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Last updated: 3 months ago (bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41136162)
Price History
| Date / Event | Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2026 | Price Increased |
$2,000,000
↑ $605K
(43.4%) | |
| Price Increased | |||
| May 27, 2026 | Listed by eXp Realty of California | $1,395,000 | |
| Listed by eXp Realty of California | |||
Property Highlights
Garage
Parking Available
Air Conditioning
Fireplace
Parking Details
Has Garage
Attached Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Off Street, RV Access/Parking, OneSpace
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior Details
Full Bathrooms: 4
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Fireplace Features: None
Exterior Details
Square Footage: 2823
Architectural Style: Modern
Year Built: 1949
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Window Features: Bay Window(s), Screens
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Pool Features: None
Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard
Lot Size Area: 4600
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Lot Size Acres: 0.1056
Lot Size Square Feet: 4600
Utilities Details
Cooling Type: Central Air
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Listed by: Sunday Nguyen, eXp Realty of California
Last Updated: 3 months ago
Data Source: CRMLS, MLS# 41136162
Last Updated: 3 months ago
Data Source: CRMLS, MLS# 41136162
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