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El Cerrito
The East Bay’s commuter darling — BART, hills, views, and a quietly excellent food scene.
Median
$1,050,000
The numbers
Median Price
$1,050,000
Median Sqft
1,700
$/Sqft
$615
Walk Score
65
The vibe
Half craftsman bungalows, half mid-century view homes, all walking distance to BART. The town that quietly became one of the East Bay’s smartest housing buys.
Who loves it
Buyers who want a sub-30-minute BART ride to downtown SF and a view of the Golden Gate from their living room — and don’t mind paying a premium for both.
What it isn't
A new-construction neighborhood — most homes are 1920s–1960s, and inventory is tight.
Schools
- Madera Elementary8/10
- Korematsu Middle8/10
- El Cerrito High7/10
Highlights
- ✦Two BART stations (El Cerrito Plaza & Del Norte)
- ✦Hillside Natural Area
- ✦Cerrito Theater + Solano Ave restaurants
- ✦San Francisco views from the hills
Insider note from Roger
The hill streets above Arlington see the lift. The flatlands near BART trade walkability and price for the views you’d get up the hill.
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