557 Lexington Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

$1,075,000
2
BD
1
BA
1,093
SqFt

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Sold Price
$1,075,000
List Price
$995,000
Closing Date
Aug 07, 2026
Status
CLOSED
MLS#
41140163
Year Built
1940
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Living Sq. Ft
1,093
Lot Size
5,000
Acres
0.11
Lot Location
Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden
Days on Market
10
Property Type
Single Family Residential
Style
Bungalow
Property Sub Type
Single Family Residence
Stories
Multi Level
Neighborhood
El Cerrito

Property Description

Move right into this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in a highly walkable El Cerrito location. Just moments from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, shops, cafés, and restaurants, it offers exceptional convenience with everyday amenities close at hand. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors extend throughout the home, while a classic fireplace adds warmth and character to the inviting living room. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, the home is truly move-in ready. The spacious, fully fenced backyard is a private retreat with lush landscaping and mature fruit trees, offering a peaceful outdoor setting that's increasingly hard to find in such a central location. Convenient access to both BART and major freeways makes travel throughout the Bay Area simple. Blending modern updates, timeless character, and an outstanding location, 557 Lexington Avenue presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of El Cerrito living.

Additional Information

Appliances
Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Washer
Pool Description
None
Fireplace Description
Living Room
Heat
Forced Air
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Exterior Construction
Stucco
Roof
Shingle
Garage Spaces Total
1
Interior Features
Eat-in Kitchen
Attached Structure
Detached

Listing courtesy of Listing Agent: Raquel Parikh (raquel@theparikhteam.com) from Listing Office: SOTHEBY'S INTERNATIONAL REALTY INC.

Listing sold by Spencer Mills from Red Oak Realty

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