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$997,433$801 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $885,000 on Aug 31, 2021

1604 RICHMOND ST

EL CERRITO, CA 94530
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,245 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Listing

Sold$885,000
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Single Family Residence
Type
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,245 ft²
Living Area
$711
$/ft²
3,920 ft²
Lot
1947
Year Built
1
Stories
1 space
Garage
Aug 31, 2021
Sold
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This one-story, move-in ready home features an updated full bathroom, stainless steel appliances, a fireplace, a bonus room in the garage perfect for a home gym or hobby room set up, an outdoor patio space ideal for a little garden, and a low maintenance backyard optimal for outdoor gatherings. The neutral colors work with a variety of home design styles. The abundance of windows throughout the house allow for light to fill the rooms. Your guests will appreciate the extensive driveway for off-street parking! The garage can also be converted to a home office or an ADU for extra income! Within close proximity, you will find the beautiful Tilden Regional Park, the prestigious Berkeley Country Club, restaurants, shopping centers, playgrounds, dog parks, and great schools. For those who commute, the El Cerrito del Norte BART station is just a 2-min-drive or a 10-min-walk away. You will also have easy freeway access to 80, 580 and 880. Open House Sunday 7/25 from 2-4pm

Courtesy of The Cal Agents Realty Inc.
Listed by Nikki Lui
BridgeMLS · MLS# 40958866
Listing History
  1. Sold$885,000+4.2%Aug 31, 2021
  2. Listed for sale$849,000Jul 15, 2021

Valuation

$997K
$926K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$885,000 · Aug 31, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,225 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$957,950 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$649,458
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$308,492
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$939,168

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
39
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
16
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
46
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
36
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCONTRA COSTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Fred T. Korematsu Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Madera Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.8 mi
H
El Cerrito High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: West Contra Costa Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94530These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.602

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,785
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,604 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,051
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,460
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.24 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1604 Richmond St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 67% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Contra Costa County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in El Cerrito 94530
  • Older than 90% of homes in Contra Costa County

What homes are worth in El Cerrito 94530

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$581K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in El Cerrito 94530.

How it measures up in El Cerrito 94530

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in El Cerrito 94530.

Estimated value$997,433
CheaperTypical $1,053,681Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$801
CheaperTypical $672Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,245 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 1604 Richmond St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEl Cerrito 94530Contra Costa County
Estimated valuepricier than$997,43342% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$80178% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,245 ft²27% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²17% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than194739% of homes10% of homes

About 1604 Richmond St

How much is 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA is $997,433 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $926,342 to $1,068,525. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA last sell?

1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA last sold on Aug 31, 2021 for $885,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA?

1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,245 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA built?

1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA?

1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA is assigned to Fred T. Korematsu Middle School (middle), rated C+; Madera Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; El Cerrito High School (high), rated B+. All sit in West Contra Costa Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA compare to other homes in El Cerrito 94530?

Among the 8,262 homes in El Cerrito 94530, it is worth more than 42% of them ($997,433 against a typical $1,053,681), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($801 against a typical $672), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,245 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1947 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Contra Costa County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1604 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA was $13,225. The county assessed it at $957,950.

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