1140 Arlington Blvd., El Cerrito, CA 94530
1140 Arlington Blvd., El Cerrito, CA 94530
Property Description
What if you could have the space to spread out, a garden to escape to, and the Bay Area right at your doorstep? Discover a beautifully updated El Cerrito Hills home where timeless architecture meets modern living, surrounded by an extraordinary private garden. Just minutes from Kensington, Berkeley, BART, regional parks, San Francisco, and Marin, this hidden gem offers the space, nature, and connection that are increasingly rare in the Bay Area. Set on approximately 10,000 sq. ft., this 2,755 sq. ft. home features five bedrooms, sun-filled living spaces, and a stunning chef’s kitchen with pro-line appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops. Flexible spaces adapt effortlessly to working from home, family life, fitness, and hosting friends. The showstopping, professionally landscaped garden—featured in numerous publications—is an outdoor oasis with mature specimen trees, expansive lawn, and inviting spaces for dining, relaxing, and entertaining. From quiet morning coffee to unforgettable gatherings beneath the pergola, this is outdoor living at its best. Near the Kensington/Berkeley border and zoned for top-rated Madera Elementary, this exceptional property offers the best of both worlds: more space, more nature, and more room to live—without giving up your connection to the city.
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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
El Cerrito · Single Family Residence
Listed in line with the median closed sale of $1,700,000. Closed comps sold at 135% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Aligned with the market — fair pricing for the comps.
Active Properties (5)
Active Comparables
| Address | City | Year | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP/SqFt | LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1009 Havens Pl | El Cerrito | 1956 | 5 | 3 | 2,645 | 6,098 | $529 | $1.40M | 23 | 74 |
| 6606 Hagen BLVD | El Cerrito | 1956 | 5 | 4 | 2,530 | 6,956 | $549 | $1.39M | 95 | 73 |
| 885 Shevlin Dr | El Cerrito | 1955 | 4 | 3 | 2,738 | 5,750 | $474 | $1.30M | 23 | 72 |
| 857 Balra Dr | El Cerrito | 1949 | 4 | 4 | 2,823 | 4,600 | $708 | $2.00M | 137 | 65 |
| 8765 Terrace Drive | El Cerrito | 1939 | 4 | 3 | 3,276 | 19,900 | $763 | $2.50M | 32 | 50 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.4 | 3.4 | 2,802.4 | 8,660.8 | $604.6 | $1.72M | 62 | |||
| Median | 2,738 | $1.40M | ||||||||
Closed Properties (5)
Closed Comparables
| Address | City | Year | Date | BD | BTH | SqFt | LotSz | LP | SP | SP/SqFt | SP/LP | DIM | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8505 Maiden Ln | El Cerrito | 1997 | 08/28/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,699 | 12,790 | $1.70M | $1.70M | $630 | 1.00 | 70 | 83 |
| 7355 Stockton Ave | El Cerrito | 1950 | 06/05/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,467 | 8,800 | $1.29M | $2.23M | $902 | 1.72 | 22 | 76 |
| 955 Galvin Dr | El Cerrito | 1969 | 08/10/2026 | 4 | 4 | 3,222 | 7,700 | $1.45M | $1.80M | $559 | 1.24 | 25 | 71 |
| 2205 Scenic Street | El Cerrito | 1955 | 06/12/2026 | 4 | 2 | 2,407 | 7,650 | $1.40M | $1.55M | $644 | 1.11 | 56 | 70 |
| 6025 Jordan Ave | El Cerrito | 1978 | 05/22/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,509 | 6,300 | $899,000 | $1.52M | $606 | 1.69 | 22 | 70 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.0 | 3.0 | 2,660.8 | 8,648 | $1.76M | $1.76M | $668.2 | — | 39 | ||||
| Median | 2,509 | $1.70M | $1.70M | ||||||||||
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This analysis was generated automatically from MLS data. For an in-depth, human-reviewed valuation, contact Joseph Sardella at josephsardella@gmail.com.