22 San Carlos Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

$898,000
3
BD
2
BA
1,230
SqFt

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List Price
$898,000
Closing Date
Sep 14, 2026
Status
PENDING
MLS#
41146969
Year Built
1939
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Living Sq. Ft
1,230
Lot Size
3,700
Acres
0.08
Lot Location
Back Yard, Street Level
Days on Market
4
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Style
Bungalow
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
One Level
Neighborhood
St Jeromes

Property Description

[Post-refresh pictures coming soon] Just 200 feet from the Albany border, this charming bungalow offers the best of El Cerrito in an exceptional Albany-adjacent location. Only four blocks from vibrant Solano Avenue, enjoy easy access to one of the East Bay's most beloved pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining districts, home to more than 50 eateries, independent boutiques, neighborhood events, and the annual Solano Avenue Stroll - East Bay's largest street festival. 22 San Carlos is also only a couple of blocks from the Sunday Kensington Farmer’s market. Inside, timeless character shines through a classic projecting bay window with built-in window seat, inviting fireplace, and original hardwood floors. Three bedrooms and 1.5 baths are complemented by a spacious kitchen that opens to a delightful European-inspired backyard with brick pathways, a dining terrace, and the picturesque backdrop of a charming church clock tower. A bonus detached structure with its own kitchenette, bathroom, and laundry offers exceptional flexibility for guests, a home office, creative space, or possible ADU potential (buyer to verify). Electrical upgrades just completed with permits. Off-street parking includes an EV charger, completing this rare blend of character, convenience, and location.

Additional Information

Other Buildings
Storage
Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Pool Description
None
Fireplace Description
Gas, Living Room
Heat
Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling Description
None
Exterior Construction
Stucco, Wood Siding
Patio
Patio
Roof
Shingle
Interior Features
Breakfast Area
Attached Structure
Detached

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Denis Neema (denis.neema@compass.com) from Listing Office: Compass.

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