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857 Balra Dr

El Cerrito, CA 94530
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Bed 4

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt2,823

Sqft

SqFt4,600

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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!

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Property Type : Residential

Price : $1,395,000

AD Id : 79350761

MLS Id : 41136162

Beds : 4

Lot Size : 4,600 Sqft

Living Area Size : 2,823

Year Built : 1949

Garage : 2

County : Contra Costa

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedrooms: 4

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 0
  • Interior Features

    Roof: Shingle Windows: Bay Window(s),Screens Property Appliances: Gas Water Heater Fireplace: None
  • Cooling Features

    Central Air Air Conditioning

    Heating Source

    Has Heating

    Fireplace

    Fireplace Features: None Has Fireplace: 0

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1949 Construction: Wood Siding Roof: Shingle Has Basement
  • Pool Features

    None

  • Lot Details

    Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 0.1056
  • Lot Size Source: Measured Lot Size Square Feet: 4600

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price: 1,395,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-05-27
  • Lease Information

    Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell

  • Tax Information

    Parcel Number: 5032920042

  • Garage and Parking

    Garage Description: Garage,Off Street,RV Access/Parking,One Space Attached Garage: Yes

    Homeowners Association

  • Other Property Info

    Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: Directions: Cross Street: Stockton. Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence
  • Building and Construction

    Property Age: 77 Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced Total Square Feet Living: 2823
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/19/2026 @ 11:55

MLS: 41136162 LISTED BY: Sunday Nguyen, eXp Realty of California 888-584-9427 SOURCE: CRMLS

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