2879 Rheem Ave

Richmond, CA 94804

$488,000
Price
2
Beds
955 Sq. Ft.
$511 / Sq. Ft.
955
Sq. Ft.
$511
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By CompassOpen: 6/28 02:00PM - 04:00PM
Listed By CompassOpen: 6/28 02:00PM - 04:00PM
Single-story residence featuring a light-colored stucco exterior, attached garage, and a concrete driveway
Single-story residence featuring a light-colored stucco exterior, attached garage, and a brown shingle roof
Single-story stucco exterior featuring a front-facing garage, concrete driveway, and a fenced side yard
Single-story exterior with stucco siding, a brown shingle roof, and a palm tree in the front yard
Front entry featuring a concrete porch, three steps, a security screen door, and three windows
Covered concrete porch entry featuring a brown front door with decorative security gate, light stucco exterior, and multiple white-framed windows
Spacious room featuring wood-finish flooring, light-toned wall paint, and multiple arched doorways
Spacious interior with wood-finish flooring, light neutral wall tones, and recessed lighting
Spacious room featuring wood-finish parquet flooring, light-toned walls, and a wall-mounted heater
Living space featuring herringbone wood-finish flooring, multiple windows, a wall-mounted heater, and a white paneled door
Spacious room featuring wood-finish parquet flooring, light beige wall paint, and white baseboards
Central hallway featuring rich wood-finish flooring
Interior room with wood-finish flooring, light-toned walls, and a ceiling-mounted light fixture
Interior featuring wood-finish flooring, light-toned walls, and an arched doorway
Interior space featuring wood-finish flooring, light-colored walls, and a visible doorway to another room
Corner room featuring rich wood-finish flooring, light-toned walls, and twin windows with white blinds
Room featuring dark wood-finish flooring and light-toned walls
Hardwood-finish flooring throughout, featuring a white-trimmed window, neutral wall tones, and a doorway leading to a room with a French door
Corner kitchen area featuring light wood cabinetry with brushed nickel hardware, dark countertops, and a stacked stone backsplash
Kitchen featuring wood-finish cabinetry, stainless steel sink, black gas range, and a stone-style backsplash
Kitchen featuring light wood cabinetry with brushed nickel hardware, stone-look countertops, and a stacked stone-look backsplash
Kitchen featuring a large window, stacked stone backsplash, stainless steel refrigerator, black gas range, and wood-finish cabinetry
Room featuring a vaulted ceiling, multiple windows, a white door, and red-toned flooring
Room featuring painted concrete flooring, a large window, built-in storage cabinetry, built-in shelving with drawers, and a sliding glass door
Enclosed sunroom with red-toned flooring, built-in storage cabinetry, and dual-pane windows
Vaulted ceiling room featuring light beige walls and red-toned flooring
Room featuring wood-finish flooring, neutral wall tones, and corner windows
Room with rich wood-finish flooring, light tan walls, and a white ceiling
Interior room featuring wood-finish flooring, light-colored walls, a ceiling-mounted light fixture, an open doorway, and an open closet with a hanging rod
Hardwood flooring throughout, with a single window offering natural light
Bathroom featuring a pedestal sink, white subway tile backsplash, and a shower with glass block accents
Room featuring wood-finish flooring, light-toned walls, and a corner window installation with white window treatments
Room featuring wood-finish flooring, neutral wall paint, a single window, and a recessed ceiling light
Room featuring rich wood-finish flooring, light-toned wall paint, and white trim
Room featuring wood-finish flooring, neutral wall paint, and a white-framed window with blinds
Spacious rear yard featuring a detached structure, mature tree, concrete pathway, and perimeter fencing
Expansive backyard with a manicured lawn, concrete patio areas, and perimeter fencing
Expansive backyard featuring a detached accessory structure with a white door, a manicured lawn, and a perimeter wood fence
Expansive backyard featuring a grass lawn, mature perimeter trees, and a wooden privacy fence
Expansive rear yard featuring a concrete pathway, mature trees, and a light-colored exterior building with multiple windows
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Dedicated laundry area featuring a washer and dryer unit
Interior garage space featuring a roll-up garage door, painted concrete flooring, and a white paneled door
Garage with built-in cabinetry, overhead storage, and white panel garage door

Description

Welcome to 2879 Rheem Ave, a charming single-story home in Richmond's desirable North & East neighborhood. Built in 1941, this 2-bed, 1-bath offers approximately 955 sq ft of comfortable living, plus a versatile bonus room (~10'x12') ideal as a home office, gym, or studio. Move-in ready with room to make it your own over time. Park with ease in the attached garage and on the newer concrete driveway with space for 2+ vehicles. Out back, a great-sized yard invites play and entertaining, with strong...Welcome to 2879 Rheem Ave, a charming single-story home in Richmond's desirable North & East neighborhood. Built in 1941, this 2-bed, 1-bath offers approximately 955 sq ft of comfortable living, plus a versatile bonus room (~10'x12') ideal as a home office, gym, or studio. Move-in ready with room to make it your own over time. Park with ease in the attached garage and on the newer concrete driveway with space for 2+ vehicles. Out back, a great-sized yard invites play and entertaining, with strong ADU potential to grow or generate income. The location is a standout, offering quick access to outstanding parks and the trails of Wildcat Canyon. A rare chance to own and grow in one of Richmond's most sought-after pockets.

Listing Agent

  1. Philip Strause

    Philip Strause

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #02165405

    P: (510)-982-6537

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Property Details for 2879 Rheem Avenue

City
RICHMOND
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
NORTH AND EAST
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Traditional
Garage Spaces
1
Garage/Parking
Attached, Off Street, Garage Facing Front
Total # Parking Spaces
3

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LISTING UPDATED: 06/24/2026 05:19 PM

Property Details for 2879 Rheem Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #41139072
Days on Compass7
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1941
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyContra Costa County
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Building Information for 2879 Rheem Avenue

Stories1Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

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Principal and Interest

$2,432

Property Taxes

$372

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 2879 Rheem Avenue

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Other, Stone (Marble, Slate etc.
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: Dryer, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Laundry Room
  • Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: BonusRoom
Utility Details
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Gas, Wall Furnace
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Smoke Detector(s), Cable Available, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Individual Electric Meter
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Composition Shingles, Stucco
  • Lot Description: Level, Back Yard, Curb(s), Front Yard, Paved, Street Light(s), Wood
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5000
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5000.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 955
  • Stories: One Story
  • Street Level: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Shed(s), Wood Fencing
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Acres: 0.114
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: 2096
  • Directions to Property: San Pablo Ave or 23rd St to Rheem Ave, near corner of 29th and Rheem.
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 526-290-014-4
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Property History for 2879 Rheem Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41139072

$488,000—
Jun 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41139072

$488,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/19/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41139072

$488,000
06/19/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41139072

$488,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 2879 Rheem Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$167,968Additions$48,609Total$216,577
Tax Record2025$4,469 ($372 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt955 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt955 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1942ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN526-290-014-4

Schools near 2879 Rheem Avenue

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ford Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Helms Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Richmond High School
Public - 9 to 12
West County Mandarin School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Ford Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Helms Middle School
Public7 to 8

Richmond High School
Public9 to 12

West County Mandarin School
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 2879 Rheem Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804

2879 Rheem Avenue is a single family home for sale in Richmond, CA 94804. This property was listed for sale on June 19, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $488,000. This listing's school district is West Contra Costa Unified School District. Nearby schools include Ford Elementary School, Helms Middle School and Richmond High School. 2879 Rheem Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 955 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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