8530 Terrace Dr

El Cerrito, CA 94530

$795,000
Price
2
Beds
1,767 Sq. Ft.
$450 / Sq. Ft.
1,767
Sq. Ft.
$450
per Sq. Ft.
Listed By Compass
Listed By Compass
View of front of house with brick siding, driveway, and a garage
View of side of home
Doorway to property featuring a porch
View of exterior entry
Corridor with light wood finished floors
Office with hardwood / wood-style flooring and lofted ceiling
Living room featuring light wood finished floors and a ceiling fan
Living room featuring a brick fireplace, vaulted ceiling, and light wood-type flooring
Sunroom with vaulted ceiling
Living room with built in shelves and light wood-type flooring
Living area featuring plenty of natural light and light wood finished floors
Living room featuring built in shelves and light wood finished floors
Dining room featuring light wood-style floors and ceiling fan
Dining space featuring light wood-style flooring and ceiling fan
Kitchen featuring white fridge with ice dispenser, light brown cabinets, black dishwasher, light tile patterned floors, and recessed lighting
Kitchen featuring black dishwasher, light brown cabinetry, recessed lighting, and light tile patterned flooring
Kitchen with black appliances, light brown cabinets, under cabinet range hood, and light stone counters
Kitchen featuring white fridge with ice dispenser, light brown cabinetry, exhaust hood, light stone counters, and light tile patterned floors
Kitchen featuring light brown cabinetry, black appliances, under cabinet range hood, and light tile patterned floors
Kitchen view of a sink
Dining room featuring plenty of natural light
Dining space with baseboards
Bedroom featuring light wood-type flooring and baseboards
Bedroom featuring wood finished floors and baseboards
Staircase with wood finished floors and baseboards
Full bath with a bathtub, tile patterned floors, and a shower with shower curtain
Bathroom with vanity, plenty of natural light, shower / bath combo, and decorative backsplash
Office area featuring baseboards and light wood-type flooring
Bathroom with dark wood-style floors, a stall shower, vanity, and recessed lighting
Bathroom view of a sink
Half bath featuring vanity and dark wood-style flooring
Garage with a garage door opener
View of unfinished basement
View of unfinished basement
View of yard
View of gate
Rear view of house featuring stucco siding
View of fenced yard
View of yard
Water view
View of yard
View of mountain backdrop

Description

Perched in the sought-after El Cerrito Hills, this fixer-upper offers breathtaking panoramic views of the SF Bay, San Francisco skyline, downtown Oakland, and Mount Tamalpais, with coveted Golden Gate views enjoyed from the backyard. It presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking to customize & add value in a premier location. The freshly painted interior provides a bright, inviting backdrop, complemented by refinished oak hardwood floors on the main level. The lower-level features new luxury...Perched in the sought-after El Cerrito Hills, this fixer-upper offers breathtaking panoramic views of the SF Bay, San Francisco skyline, downtown Oakland, and Mount Tamalpais, with coveted Golden Gate views enjoyed from the backyard. It presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking to customize & add value in a premier location. The freshly painted interior provides a bright, inviting backdrop, complemented by refinished oak hardwood floors on the main level. The lower-level features new luxury vinyl plank flooring for a clean, modern look and added durability. A third bedroom was converted years ago into a rumpus room, offering flexible living or entertaining space; a bid is available to convert it back to a bedroom or additional living area if desired. Significant improvements are already in progress, with a new roof and sewer lateral scheduled for installation, helping to reduce future maintenance concerns. Outside, the spacious, level backyard enjoys full afternoon sun and offers outstanding potential for gardening, outdoor entertaining, or future enhancements—all while taking in iconic Bay Area views. With its exceptional location, dramatic vistas & strong upside potential, this property is a rare opportunity to create a custom home and invest in a true view setting.

Listing Agent

  1. Darrell Hoh

    Darrell Hoh

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #00981094

    darrell.hoh@compass.com

    P: (510)-295-3541

    CallTextEmail

Property Details for 8530 Terrace Drive

City
EL CERRITO
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
EL CERRITO HILLS
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Mid Century Modern
Garage Spaces
2
Garage/Parking
Attached, Garage Facing Front, Int Access From Garage
Total # Parking Spaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 01/17/2026 09:21 AM

Property Details for 8530 Terrace Drive

StatusNew
MLS #41120804
Days on Compass5
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

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Building Information for 8530 Terrace Drive

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,400 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,085 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,875

Property Taxes

$210

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8530 Terrace Drive

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • FIREPLACES: Brick, Living Room, Woodburning
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Garage: Yes
  • Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Basement - Partial, Laundry Room, Basement - Full, Basement - Unfinished
  • Kitchen Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Disposal, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 2.0
  • Room Additional: Basement, BonusRoom, Dining Area, Eat-In Kitchen, Laundry
  • BATH NON-PRMY INCLUDE: Stall Shower, Tub
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating: Forced Air 1 Zone, Gas
  • Water/Sewer: PublicSewer, Sump Pump
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Htr, Garage Door Opener, Gas Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Stucco, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete, Concrete Perimeter, Partial
  • Level - Lower: 1 Bath, Basement, Laundry Facility, Other
  • Lot Description: Level, Sloped Down
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 5400
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5400.0
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1767
  • Stories: Split Level
  • Street Level: 1 Bath, 2 Bedrooms, Main Entry
  • Yard Description: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Low Maintenance
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Acres: 0.12
Location Details
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • Directions to Property: Moeser/Terrace
  • FIPS Code: 06013
  • Parcel Number: 505-292-005-4
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: No
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
  • High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Property History for 8530 Terrace Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41120804

$795,000—
Jan 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41120804

$795,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/14/2026

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #EB41120804

$795,000
01/14/2026

Listed (Active)

EBRD #41120804

$795,000

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

Public Records for 8530 Terrace Drive

Taxable ValueLand$36,453Additions$58,017Total$94,470
Tax Record2025$2,515 ($210 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,767 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,767 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,400 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN505-292-005-4

Schools near 8530 Terrace Drive

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Madera Elementary School
Public - K to 6
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Madera Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Voices College-Bound Language Academy At West Contra Costa County
CharterK 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 8530 Terrace Drive, El Cerrito, CA 94530

8530 Terrace Drive is a single family home for sale in El Cerrito, CA 94530. This property was listed for sale on January 14, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $795,000. This listing's school district is West Contra Costa Unified School District. Nearby schools include Madera Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School and El Cerrito Senior High School. 8530 Terrace Drive is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,767 sqft single family home built in 1952.

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