857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
857 Balra Dr, El Cerrito, CA 94530
Property Description
*TRANSPARENT PRICE- 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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Comparative Market Analysis
Luxury Tier · 5 active · 5 closed
El Cerrito · Single Family Residence
Listed 11.1% above the median closed sale of $1,800,000. Closed comps sold at 143% of list — strong seller's market. Luxury tier — fewer comparable sales widen the confidence range.
Price Position
Positioned above the market — commands a premium.
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 | 22 | 70 |
| 885 Shevlin Dr | El Cerrito | 1955 | 4 | 3 | 2,738 | 5,750 | $474 | $1.30M | 22 | 66 |
| 8765 Terrace Drive | El Cerrito | 1939 | 4 | 3 | 3,276 | 19,900 | $763 | $2.50M | 31 | 61 |
| 1234 Contra Costa Dr | El Cerrito | 1950 | 3 | 4 | 2,840 | 11,900 | $616 | $1.75M | 31 | 59 |
| 6606 Hagen BLVD | El Cerrito | 1956 | 5 | 4 | 2,530 | 6,956 | $549 | $1.39M | 94 | 58 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.2 | 3.4 | 2,805.8 | 10,120.8 | $586.2 | $1.67M | 40 | |||
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6025 Jordan Ave | El Cerrito | 1978 | 05/22/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,509 | 6,300 | $899,000 | $1.52M | $606 | 1.69 | 22 | 83 |
| 955 Galvin Dr | El Cerrito | 1969 | 08/10/2026 | 4 | 4 | 3,222 | 7,700 | $1.45M | $1.80M | $559 | 1.24 | 25 | 79 |
| 2328 Carquinez Ave | El Cerrito | 1948 | 08/21/2026 | 4 | 3 | 2,279 | 5,358 | $899,000 | $1.40M | $614 | 1.56 | 36 | 73 |
| 8640 Terrace Dr | El Cerrito | 1948 | 09/04/2026 | 5 | 5 | 2,533 | 5,600 | $1.80M | $1.80M | $713 | 1.00 | 127 | 63 |
| 7450 Terrace Dr | El Cerrito | 1940 | 09/14/2026 | 4 | 2 | 2,283 | 6,250 | $1.15M | $1.90M | $832 | 1.65 | 31 | 57 |
| Total: 5 · Average | 4.2 | 3.4 | 2,565.2 | 6,241.6 | $1.69M | $1.69M | $664.8 | — | 48.2 | ||||
| Median | 2,509 | $1.80M | $1.80M | ||||||||||
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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.