Wake up to sweeping Bay views and end each day with a sky full of color and city lights. Perched high in the coveted El Cerrito Hills, this 3BD/2.5BA home offers a rare sense of peace, privacy, and perspective. Walls of glass fill the home with natural light, while the open layout flows seamlessly to two expansive decks—perfect for sunset dinners, morning coffee, or simply taking in the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and shimmering skyline. A private hot tub and pergola offers a front-row seat to the ever-changing sky. Inside, warm wood floors and refined finishes create a welcoming atmosphere, complemented by a modern kitchen designed for both daily living and easy entertaining. A long private driveway leads to a spacious front patio and yard—ideal for gatherings or quiet retreat. The detached 2-car garage with bonus space offers endless flexibility for a home office, studio, guest suite, or potential ADU. Surrounded by scenic trails yet close to BART and major routes, this home blends elevated living with everyday convenience.
Property Details
Price:
$1,195,000
MLS #:
41125839
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
EL CERRITO HILLS
Listed Date:
Mar 4, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,659
Lot Size:
8,250 sqft / 0.19 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1927
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Schools
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
SEE
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
FA, GAS
Levels
U
Exterior
Attached Garage YN
1
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
DK, PTO
Roof
SHN
View
BA, BR, PA
Financial
Map
Community
- Address8440 Terrace Dr El Cerrito CA
- SubdivisionEL CERRITO HILLS
- CityEl Cerrito
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94530
Subdivisions in El Cerrito
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in El Cerrito as of Apr 16, 2026
17
Single Family Listed
70
Avg DOM
720
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,309,882
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the EL CERRITO HILLS subdivision, 8440 Terrace Dr El Cerrito CA is a Single Family for sale in El Cerrito, CA, 94530. It is listed for $1,195,000 and features 3 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 1,659 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1927. The current price per square foot is $720. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in El Cerrito is $720. The average listing price for Single Family in El Cerrito is $1,309,882.
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