Home | Contra Costa County | El Cerrito | 94530 | 1140 Arlington Blvd.
MLS: EB41149231 | Status: Active | Price: $1,698,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 2 /1
Property Type: Residential
| Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | Acres Lot | Yr Built |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 2 /1 | 2,755 | 23 | 1977 |
| Date | Time | Hosted By |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday, September 26 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ruth Frassetto |
| Sunday, September 27 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm | Ruth Frassetto |
A Home with Heart, Soul, and a truly magical garden it will take your breath away! Some homes simply feel good the moment you arrive. 1140 Arlington is one of them. Located in the most desirable El Cerrito Hills neighborhood, this warm and gracious home feels wonderfully private and connected at the same time—a peaceful garden retreat just minutes from Berkeley, BART, regional parks, neighborhood shops and restaurants, and the energy of the greater Bay Area. Set on approximately 10,000 sq. ft., the property is surrounded by mature trees, lush plantings, and beautifully established gardens. Approximately 2,755 sq. ft. of living space offers 5 bedrooms, 2½ baths, generous gathering spaces, and a flexible floor plan that easily accommodates family life, guests, entertaining, and working from home. Inside, natural light fills the home and creates an easy flow between formal and casual living spaces. At its heart is a beautifully designed chef's kitchen with a true Commercial DCS range. Custom hardwood cabinetry with enviable upgrades and gorgeous stone countertops. The kitchen opens naturally to the living and dining areas and the garden beyond. Doors to the outdoors make everyday life feel connected to nature—morning coffee in the garden, dinner outside, or friends gathered long int
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MLS # | EB41149231 |
| MLS Source | Bridge MLS |
| Days on Site | 1 |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Kitchen | Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Stone, Island, Pantry, Updated |
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Double, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer |
| Family Room | Separate Family Room |
| Fireplace | Family Room, Living Room |
| Flooring | Carpet - Wall to Wall, Hardwood, Tile |
| Laundry | In Laundry Room |
| Cooling | Central -1 Zone |
| Heating | Forced Air |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Pool | None, Pool - No |
| Style | Custom |
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Garage/Parking | Access - Interior, Attached Garage, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Garage: 2 Car(s) |
| Elementary District | West Contra Costa Unified |
| High School District | West Contra Costa Unified |
Ruth Frassetto
Compass
License #: 00779030
Phone: (510) 697-8606
School data provided by GreatSchools.org
| School | Type | Grades | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madera Elementary School | public | K-6 | 0.34 mi | 10 |
| Fred T. Korematsu Middle School | public | 7-8 | 0.73 mi | 5 |
| Cameron School | public | UG | 0.74 mi | N/A |
| Kensington Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.07 mi | 10 |
| El Cerrito Senior High School | public | 9-12 | 1.26 mi | 7 |
| Fairmont Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.38 mi | 6 |
| Harding Elementary School | public | K-6 | 1.53 mi | 6 |
| Mira Vista Elementary School | public | K-8 | 1.55 mi | 7 |
| Albany Middle School | public | 6-8 | 1.86 mi | 10 |
| Kennedy High School | public | 9-12 | 1.86 mi | 2 |
| MacGregor High (Continuation) School | public | 10-12 | 1.98 mi | N/A |
| Albany High School | public | 9-12 | 1.98 mi | 10 |
| King Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.09 mi | 2 |
| Wilson Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.16 mi | 3 |
| West Contra Costa Adult Education | public | UG | 2.21 mi | N/A |
| Thousand Oaks Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.35 mi | 9 |
| Stege Elementary School | public | K-6 | 2.40 mi | 2 |
| Cornell Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.43 mi | 9 |
| Lovonya Dejean Middle School | public | 7-8 | 2.45 mi | 1 |
| Marin Elementary School | public | K-5 | 2.54 mi | 8 |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 380 Vermont Ave | $1,390,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,504 | Active |
| 483 Boynton Ave | $1,895,000 | 5 | 4/1 | 3,081 | Active |
| 685 Oberlin Ave | $1,495,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,690 | Active |
| 765 Euclid Ave | $1,699,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,721 | Active |
| 402 Vermont Avenue | $1,395,000 | 2 | 3 | 2,112 | Active |
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