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5437 Poinsett Ave

  • El Cerrito, CA
  • $1,020,000
$1,020,000

5437 Poinsett Ave

2 Beds 1 Bath 1,180 Sq.Ft. 4,025 Sq.Ft.

Description

El Cerrito Charm Meets Modern Perfection: Your Next Chapter Starts Here!

Get ready to fall head-over-heels for this adorable 2+ bed, 1 bath bungalow in prime El Cerrito—it’s the perfect launchpad for first-time homebuyers,  the ultimate low-maintenance home for the downsizer looking to age in place, or everyone in between looking for a fabulous home. 

The thoughtful layout includes a hall bath with a skylight and a second entry to the primary bedroom, creating a super-convenient "faux en-suite" feel. Bonus! A flexible third space at the back of the house is ready to become your dedicated home office, inspiring workout room, or cozy guest retreat.*

The hard work is done, thanks to incredible smart upgrades! Enjoy modern living with owned solar panels (complete with a battery backup!), an EV charger, an energy-efficient heat pump for heating and cooling, and beautiful new (2026) and refinished hardwood floors.

The kitchen features gorgeous Heath tile backsplash and durable and handsome quartz countertops, a wall oven with a side swing door, gas cooktop. Easy access to the garage and laundry. 

Outside, you’ll find two fantastic spaces: a front garden perfect for soaking up the sun and socializing with the neighbors, and a wide-open back garden with a mix of sun and shade, giving you the opportunity to grow anything your heart desires. The peaceful soundtrack of the creek just beyond the back fence seals the deal, creating a truly tranquil atmosphere.

Just a short distance away from San Pablo Ave and the retail corridor with everything one needs. Easy access to freeways, El Cerrito BART.

Poinsett is waiting for you to put your stamp on it and start its next, exciting chapter!

*Buyer to verify use of space. Neither seller nor listing agent has investigated or verified the accuracy of any of these sources of information nor that these spaces are or may be made into legally habitable spaces. Buyer must conduct their own investigation with the city and appropriate professionals and rely solely on that investigation.

 

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Location

5437 Poinsett Ave, El Cerrito, CA 94530

Status

Sold

Date Sold

April 21, 2026

1951

1951

Year Built

2

2

Total Bedrooms

1

1

Total Bathroom

1,180

1,180

Sq.Ft.

Living Space

4,025

4,025

Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

1.0

1.0

Garage Space

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01

Interior

Total Bedrooms

2

Total Bathroom

1

Full Bathroom

1

Laundry room

Dryer, In Garage, Washer

Flooring

Hardwood, Tile

Fireplace

Living Room

Appliances

Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater

Other Interior Features

Breakfast Bar
01

Exterior & Building

Story

1

Garage Space

1.0

Pool

None

Roof

Shingle

Lot Features

Sloped Down

Parking

Attached, Off Street, Garage Door Opener

Heat Type

Heat Pump

Air Conditioning

Heat Pump

Green Feature

Solar

Other Exterior Features

Back Yard, Front Yard
01

Lot & Area

Status

Sold

Living Area

1,180 Sq.Ft.

Total Area

1,180 Sq.Ft.

Lot Size

4,025 Sq.Ft.

MLS® ID

41128570

Type

Residential

Year Built

1951

Neighborhood

El Cerrito

Architecture Styles

Bungalow
01

Finance

Sales Price

$1,020,000

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A pleasant climate, pretty residential neighborhoods, spectacular bay views, excellent city services, affordable homes.

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With a pleasant climate, pretty residential neighborhoods, spectacular bay views, excellent city services, affordable homes, and an easy commute to the City, El Cerrito real estate is our pick for the best buy in the East Bay.
 
Neighborhoods here range from the tree-lined “flats” with modest houses to the rolling hills where stately homes look out toward the dazzling San Francisco cityscape. The Hillside Natural Area features hiking trails with some of the East Bay’s most incredible views of the Golden Gate Bridge.
 
El Cerrito Plaza hosts a farmers’ market every Tuesday and Saturday, rain or shine. For some of the best desserts and pastries around, check out Fatapple’s Restaurant and Bakery on Fairmount Avenue. The El Cerrito Natural Grocery, renowned for its organic produce and health foods, took over a second building in 2014; the Annex, which is solar-powered, features a deli, cafe, ice cream bar and expanded organic produce section.
 
For entertainment, the historic Cerrito Theater Building, which dates to the 1930s and still maintains its original, neon-lit facade, houses a movie theater with sofas and tables and chairs, as well as a restaurant and a bar, so you can enjoy a pizza and a beer while watching the latest flick. The Contra Costa Civic Theatre offers great plays and live theater productions.
 
Many parts of El Cerrito have received a facelift in recent years. The new community center includes a sparkling new outdoor swim center, while the revamped City Hall has several green building elements as well as a water feature that pays tribute to the city’s many creeks. El Cerrito High School and Harding Elementary School are both recently built and absolutely lovely.
 
Strategically located along Interstate 80, El Cerrito is less than 30 miles from San Francisco and Oakland International airports. Its extensive transportation system includes two BART stations, direct bus lines to downtown San Francisco and Oakland, and easy freeway access.
 

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Welcome to El CerritoSearch El Cerrito Homes For SaleWith a pleasant climate, pretty residential neighborhoods, spectacular bay views, excellent city services, affordable homes, and an easy commute to the City, El Cerrito real estate is our pick for the best buy in the East Bay. Neighborhoods here range from the tree-lined “flats” with modest houses to the rolling hills where stately homes look out toward the dazzling San Francisco cityscape. The Hillside Natural Area features hiking trails with some of the East Bay’s most incredible views of the Golden Gate Bridge. El Cerrito Plaza hosts a farmers’ market every Tuesday and Saturday, rain or shine. For some of the best desserts and pastries around, check out Fatapple’s Restaurant and Bakery on Fairmount Avenue. The El Cerrito Natural Grocery, renowned for its organic produce and health foods, took over a second building in 2014; the Annex, which is solar-powered, features a deli, cafe, ice cream bar and expanded organic produce section. For entertainment, the historic Cerrito Theater Building, which dates to the 1930s and still maintains its original, neon-lit facade, houses a movie theater with sofas and tables and chairs, as well as a restaurant and a bar, so you can enjoy a pizza and a beer while watching the latest flick. The Contra Costa Civic Theatre offers great plays and live theater productions. Many parts of El Cerrito have received a facelift in recent years. The new community center includes a sparkling new outdoor swim center, while the revamped City Hall has several green building elements as well as a water feature that pays tribute to the city’s many creeks. El Cerrito High School and Harding Elementary School are both recently built and absolutely lovely. Strategically located along Interstate 80, El Cerrito is less than 30 miles from San Francisco and Oakland International airports. Its extensive transportation system includes two BART stations, direct bus lines to downtown San Francisco and Oakland, and easy freeway access. NeighborhoodsMira VistaSt. Jerome's
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