Move right into this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in a highly walkable El Cerrito location. Just moments from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, shops, cafés, and restaurants, it offers exceptional convenience with everyday amenities close at hand. Inside, gleaming hardwood floors extend throughout the home, while a classic fireplace adds warmth and character to the inviting living room. Thoughtfully updated from top to bottom, the home is truly move-in ready. The spacious, fully fenced backyard is a private retreat with lush landscaping and mature fruit trees, offering a peaceful outdoor setting that’s increasingly hard to find in such a central location. Convenient access to both BART and major freeways makes travel throughout the Bay Area simple. Blending modern updates, timeless character, and an outstanding location, 557 Lexington Avenue presents an exceptional opportunity to enjoy the best of El Cerrito living.
Property Details
Price:
$995,000
MLS #:
41140163
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
EL CERRITO
Listed Date:
Jul 2, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,093
Lot Size:
5,000 sqft / 0.11 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1940
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
GWH
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
CA
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
FA
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
S
Exterior
Architectural Style
BNG
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
STC
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Roof
SHN
Financial
Map
Community
- Address557 Lexington Ave El Cerrito CA
- SubdivisionEL CERRITO
- CityEl Cerrito
- CountyContra Costa
- Zip Code94530
Subdivisions in El Cerrito
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in El Cerrito as of Jul 10, 2026
19
Single Family Listed
57
Avg DOM
747
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,224,737
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the EL CERRITO subdivision, 557 Lexington Ave El Cerrito CA is a Single Family for sale in El Cerrito, CA, 94530. It is listed for $995,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 1,093 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1940. The current price per square foot is $910. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in El Cerrito is $747. The average listing price for Single Family in El Cerrito is $1,224,737.
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