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listing_id: CC41132263
status: Active
price: 1325000
beds: 4
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1958
sqft_lot: 4258
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1940
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "216 Behrens St"
city: El Cerrito
state: CA
zip: 94530
county: "Contra Costa County"
lat: 37.9002613
lng: -122.2942548
days_on_market: 0
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "James Tong"
list_office: "Tong Realty Group"
list_agent_phone: "(925) 330-9938"
list_agent_license: 01881722
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-04-24
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Contra Costa County | El Cerrito | 94530 | 216 Behrens St

216 Behrens St, El Cerrito, CA 94530

MLS: CC41132263 | Status: Active | Price: $1,325,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 4
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 4 1,958 4,258 1940

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Saturday, April 25 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm James Tong
Sunday, April 26 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm James Tong

Remarks

Welcome to a truly rare find in the heart of El Cerrito. Spanning two expansive levels and meticulously upgraded living space, this four bedroom, four bathroom residence is perfect for today’s modern living. This stunning home is centrally situated from El Cerrito Plaza and Solano Ave, and it is well-removed from traffic. An inviting walkway, porch entry with mature trees and colorful foliage will greet you as you enter this striking two story home. Spacious and light-filled, the living room flows seamlessly to the dining room and kitchen. The kitchen boasts custom wood cabinetry, granite counters, and a door opening to the additional family room featuring fully equipped kitchenette and appliances. The patio door opens to the private backyard oasis which is perfect for hosting year round gatherings. The home features four bedrooms, three of them with its own ensuite bath, offering comfort and privacy throughout. The upper level features a private ensuite retreat, while the lower level provides exceptional flexibility with a rear addition to an ensuite that is primed for a home expansion as well as perfect to use as a long term guest accommodation. Outdoors, you’ll find a serene setting with maple trees, fruit trees, flowers and tastefully paved areas for easy maintenance. Parki

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # CC41132263
MLS Source Contra Costa Association of Realtors
Days on Site 0

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Countertop - Stone
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace None
Flooring Hardwood
Laundry In Garage
Cooling Air Conditioning - None, Window/Wall Unit
Heating Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Custom

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, Enclosed, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Garage: 2 Car(s)

Contact Information

James Tong
Tong Realty Group
License #: 01881722
Phone: (925) 330-9938

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Albany Middle School public 6-8 0.15 mi 10
Harding Elementary School public K-6 0.17 mi 6
MacGregor High (Continuation) School public 10-12 0.30 mi N/A
Albany High School public 9-12 0.30 mi 10
El Cerrito Senior High School public 9-12 0.34 mi 7
Cornell Elementary School public K-5 0.73 mi 9
Fairmont Elementary School public K-6 0.79 mi 6
Thousand Oaks Elementary School public K-5 0.92 mi 9
Marin Elementary School public K-5 0.92 mi 8
Ocean View Elementary School public K-5 1.02 mi 9
Kensington Elementary School public K-6 1.28 mi 10
Cragmont Elementary School public K-5 1.53 mi 9
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School public 7-8 1.55 mi 5
Ruth Acty Elementary public K-5 1.56 mi 9
Martin Luther King Middle School public 6-8 1.58 mi 9
Berkeley Adult public UG 1.88 mi N/A
Madera Elementary School public K-6 1.93 mi 10
Berkeley Arts Magnet at Whittier School public K-5 2.05 mi 10
Stege Elementary School public K-6 2.08 mi 2
Oxford Elementary School public K-5 2.18 mi 9

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
491 Vincente Avenue $1,349,000 3 2 1,898 Active
1166 Cragmont Avenue $1,395,000 3 3 2,000 Active
1800 San Lorenzo Avenue $1,095,000 3 1/1 1,319 Active
131 Montrose Rd $1,450,000 4 2 2,342 Active

Disclosures

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This listing information is up-to-date as of April 24, 2026. For the most current information, please contact James Tong, (925) 330-9938.