5212 Macdonald Ave

1,534 Sq. Ft.
$464 / Sq. Ft.
1,534
Sq. Ft.
$464
per Sq. Ft.

Description

On the El Cerrito border, this single-story 3BR/2BA ranch offers strong bones, spacious rooms, and endless potential. In original condition, it's perfect for investors or buyers ready to add their personal touch. The 1,534 sq ft layout includes a bright living area, dining space, and a classic kitchen flowing into a cozy family room. Generously sized bedrooms and two full baths provide comfort and flexibility. A highlight is the huge backyard on a 5,000 sq ft lotideal for entertaining, gardening,...On the El Cerrito border, this single-story 3BR/2BA ranch offers strong bones, spacious rooms, and endless potential. In original condition, it's perfect for investors or buyers ready to add their personal touch. The 1,534 sq ft layout includes a bright living area, dining space, and a classic kitchen flowing into a cozy family room. Generously sized bedrooms and two full baths provide comfort and flexibility. A highlight is the huge backyard on a 5,000 sq ft lotideal for entertaining, gardening, or expansion. Features include central A/C, an attached 2-car garage, and laundry hookups. Prime location near shopping, dining, and schools, with quick freeway and BART access for easy commuting. With a little TLC, this East Richmond gem can become a modern showplace or a solid long-term investment.

Property Details for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

Parking Features
Attached, Automatic Door, Interior Access, Side-by-Side
Cross Street
Humboldt Ave
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 09/05/2025 01:11 PM

Property Details for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #425066022
Days on Compass11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1977
Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
CountyContra Costa County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, Charles Jacob, DRE #02000123

Sold By Prime Metropolis Properties Inc, Yuk Man Ching, DRE #EB130563

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Building Information for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

Stories-Year Built1977Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 5,000 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,972 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,470

Property Taxes

$502

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Richmond View
  • Area Short Display: 1703
  • Location Description: Richmond View
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 501-202-010-2
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Association: No
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Parking Fees: No
  • Parking Access: Side by Side
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking: Attached, Automatic Door, Interior Access, 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
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Original
  • Possession: Close of Escrow
  • Picture Count: 1
  • Photos Provided By: Agent
  • Elevation: 0
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gated, Paved Driveway
  • Stories: 0
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Family Room, Gas Log
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • # of Rooms: 7
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Dining
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen/Family Combo
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Rental
Rent Information
  • Occupant Type: Vacant
  • Current Rent: $.00
  • Hours Limited: No

Property History for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 5, 2025

Sold

RESFAR #425066022

$712,000
Aug 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911275838

$712,000
Aug 26, 2025

Pending

RESFAR #425066022

Aug 19, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML82003732

Aug 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82003732

$899,000
Aug 15, 2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425066022

$499,000
Apr 23, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML82003732

Apr 23, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #ML82003732

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/05/2025

Sold

RESFAR #425066022

$712,000
08/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1911275838

$712,000
08/26/2025

Pending

RESFAR #425066022

08/19/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML82003732

08/16/2025

Listed (Active)

MLSListings #ML82003732

$899,000
08/15/2025

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #425066022

$499,000
04/23/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLSListings #ML82003732

04/23/2025

Temporarily Off Market

EBRD #ML82003732

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

Public Records for 5212 Macdonald Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$156,936Additions$130,138Total$287,074
Tax Record2025$6,020 ($502 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,534 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,534 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977Year Renovated1978ZoningR1CountyCONTRA COSTAAPN501-202-010-2

Schools near 5212 Macdonald Avenue

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

Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public7 to 8

El Cerrito Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Richmond College Preparatory School
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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Listing Courtesy of Compass, Charles Jacob, DRE #02000123

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