855 Bates Ave

$10,000
Price
4
Beds
2,941 Sq. Ft.
$41 / Sq. Ft.
2,941
Sq. Ft.
$41
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Luxury Custom Home with Iconic 3-Bridge Views on the Kensington-El Cerrito Border Perched in the El Cerrito Hills along the Kensington border, this stunning custom-built single-family home offers luxury living with panoramic views of the Golden Gate, Bay, and Richmond-San Rafael bridges extraordinary vantage point that captures the essence of the San Francisco Bay. Designed with elegance and comfort in mind, the main residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, high-end finishes, and expansive windows...Luxury Custom Home with Iconic 3-Bridge Views on the Kensington-El Cerrito Border Perched in the El Cerrito Hills along the Kensington border, this stunning custom-built single-family home offers luxury living with panoramic views of the Golden Gate, Bay, and Richmond-San Rafael bridges extraordinary vantage point that captures the essence of the San Francisco Bay. Designed with elegance and comfort in mind, the main residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, high-end finishes, and expansive windows that flood the home with natural light. The fully independent in-law unit includes its own private entrance, kitchen, and bathroomideal for guests, multi-generational living, or premium rental potential. Nestled on a quiet street near top-rated schools, parks, BART, and the shops of both Kensington and El Cerrito, this property combines the best of convenience, privacy, and breathtaking scenery. A rare opportunity to lease a most desirable custom home.
  1. Listed by Ana S Menendez • DRE #01719649 • Brokerage DRE #00899496 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 855 Bates Avenue

Directions to Property
San Pablo to Moeser, right on Bates veer to left from Arlingon Av. turn Left on Roberta 1 block right on Bates Av.
Parking Features
Automatic Door, Garage Facing Side, Side-by-Side
Architectural Style
Contemporary
Subdivision
BERKELEY CTRY CLUB TERR #2
View Description
Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridges, City, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Mt Tamalpais, Panoramic, San Francisco
Cross Street
Roberta/Moeser
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 08/03/2025 12:47 AM

Property Details for 855 Bates Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #425062815
Days on Compass135
Rental Incentives-
Available Date08/01/2025
Lease Term12 Months
Furnished-
Compass TypeRental
MLS TypeResidential Lease / Single Family Residence
Year Built1999
Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,512 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Ana S Menendez, DRE #01719649
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Building Information for 855 Bates Avenue

Building/Complex855 Bates AveFloor-Stories2Pet Policy-Pet Policy Details-Year Built1999Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,512 SF

Property Information for 855 Bates Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: El Cerrito
  • Area Short Display: 901800
  • Topography: Downslope,Hillside,Lot Sloped
  • Location Description: El Cerrito
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 505-273-021-4
School Information
  • School District (County): Contra Costa
  • Elementary School District: West Contra Costa Unified
  • Middle or Junior School District: West Contra Costa Unified
Parking
  • Parking Available: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Access: Side by Side
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Automatic Door, Garage Facing Side, Side-by-Side
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Features: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Street Lights
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Original
  • Picture Count: 48
  • Photos Provided By: 3rd Party Photographer
  • New Construction: No
Green Features
  • Energy Efficient: Insulation, Windows
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available, Public
  • Water Source: Public, Water District
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Stucco
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gravel, Paved Driveway, Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter
  • Fencing: Back Yard, None
  • Foundation: Concrete, Concrete Grid
  • Stories: 2
  • Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Exterior Features: Covered Courtyard, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Window Screens
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Security System Leased, Smoke Detector
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars, Roll-In Shower
  • Pool: No
  • Senior Community: No
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Formal Entry, Skylight(s)
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace Insert
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cook Top, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Self/Cont Clean Oven
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Ground Floor, In Common Area, In Laundry Room, Washer Included
  • Spa: No
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Full
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile
  • Fireplace Features: Electric, Insert, Living Room
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Smoking: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • # of Rooms: 9
  • Room Type: Family Room, Guest Quarters, In Law Apartment, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Skylight(s), View
Dining
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Skylight(s), View
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Skylight(s), Tile Counter
Den
  • DenDimensions Area: 0.0
  • DenDimensions Len: 0.0
  • DenDimensions Wid: 0.0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Rental
Rent Information
  • Security Deposit: $10,000.00
  • Date Available: 08-01-2025
  • Minimum Rent Period: annual
  • Lease Term: 12 Months
  • Tenant Pays: Cable TV, Electricity, Gas, Heat, Insurance, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water
  • Current Rent: $10,000.00
  • Hours Limited: No
  • Pets Allowed: Negotiable, Number Limit, Service Animals OK, Size Limit

Property History for 855 Bates Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 2, 2025

Price Change

RESFAR #425062815

$10,000
Jul 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425062815

$1,000,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/02/2025

Price Change

RESFAR #425062815

$10,000
07/31/2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425062815

$1,000,000

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Schools near 855 Bates Avenue

This home is within West Contra Costa Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Kensington Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

West County Mandarin School
PublicK to 6

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.

855 Bates Avenue is available for rent in El Cerrito, CA 94530. This property was listed on July 31, 2025 by Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $10,000. This listing's school district is West Contra Costa Unified School District. Nearby schools include Kensington Elementary School, Fred T. Korematsu Middle School and El Cerrito Senior High School. 855 Bates Avenue is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,941 sqft a property built in 1999.

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Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Ana S Menendez, DRE #01719649

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