1140 Arlington Blvd.
Sold

1140 Arlington Blvd.

1140 Arlington Blvd., El Cerrito, CA 94530

$1,700,000
Enticing value- unexpected El Cerrito treasure! What if you could have the space to spread out, a garden to escape to, and the Bay Area right at your doorstep? One block to beloved Arlington Park and skipping distance to top-rated Madera Elementary School. Discover a beautifully updated El Cerrito Hills home where timeless architecture meets modern living, surrounded by an extraordinary private garden. Just minutes from Kensington, Berkeley, BART, regional parks, San Francisco, and Marin, this hidden gem offers the space, nature, and connection that are increasingly rare in the Bay Area. Set on approximately 10,000 sq. ft., this 2,755 sq. ft. home features five bedrooms, sun-filled living spaces, and a stunning chef's kitchen with pro-line appliances, custom wood cabinetry, and hand-selected stone countertops. Flexible spaces adapt effortlessly to working from home, family life, fitness, and hosting friends. The showstopping, professionally landscaped garden--featured in numerous publications--is an outdoor oasis with an expansive lawn and inviting spaces for play, dining, relaxing, and entertaining. From quiet morning coffee to unforgettable gatherings beneath the pergola, this is outdoor living at its best. Near the Kensington/Berkeley border and zoned for top-rated Madera Elementary, this exceptional property offers the best of both worlds: more space, more nature, and more room to live--without giving up your connection to the city.

5
beds

3
baths

2,803 Sq.Ft. LIVING AREA

10,000 Sq.Ft. lot

Mark Lederer

Mark Lederer

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • total bedrooms5
  • Total bathrooms3
  • full bathrooms2
  • Laundry room Dryer, In Garage, Washer
  • Flooring Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
  • Fireplace Brick, Family Room, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • other interior Features Family Room, Breakfast Nook, Pantry, Updated Kitchen

Area & Lot

  • Status Sold
  • Date Sold November 2, 2026
  • Living Area2,803 Sq.Ft.
  • Lot Area10,000 Sq.Ft.
  • MLS® ID41149231
  • TypeResidential
  • YEAR BUILT1966
  • NeighborhoodContra Costa
  • Architecture StylesCustom
  • School DistrictWest Contra Costa (510) -231-1100

Exterior

  • STORIES2
  • Garage Space2.0
  • water SourcePublic
  • PoolNone
  • roofComposition Shingles
  • lot featuresPremium Lot, Private
  • parkingAttached, Int Access From Garage, Garage Door Opener
  • HEAT TYPEZoned
  • AIR CONDITIONINGCentral Air
  • sewerPublic Sewer
  • SubstructureConcrete Perimeter
  • Disability FeaturesNone
  • other exterior FeaturesBack Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Private Entrance

Financial

  • Sales Price$1,700,000
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