El Cerrito, CA

$1,395,000

857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA

Beds

Baths

2,823

Sq Ft

1949

Built

Days listed

About this home

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!

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4 full, 0 half
Living area: 2,823 sq ft
Appliances: Gas Water Heater
Fireplace: None
Cooling: Central Air

Exterior & lot

Lot size: 0.106 acres (4,600 sq ft)
Pool: None
Architectural style: Modern
Year built: 1949
Parking: Garage, Off Street, Rv Access Parking, One Space
Parking spaces: 4

Community

County: Contra Costa

Listing details

Status: Active
Property type: Single Family Residence
Days on market: 14
Listed: 2026-05-27
Terms: Cash, Conventional
Parcel #: 5032920042
MLS #: 41136162

Listed by

Sunday Nguyen · eXp Realty of California

510-999-6663 realtor@sundayestate.comDRE #02206061

Location

Price history

Listed: $1,395,000 · 2026-05-27
Days on market: 14
Current price: $1,395,000

Financing

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Estimated monthly payment

$8,751

$7,054 principal & interest · $1,697 taxes & insurance

Down payment (20%)

$279,000

Est. rate (%)

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Term (years)

Loan $1,116,000

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