Charming 2-Bedroom Home with Backyard Studio in El Cerrito
This delightful 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath home, complete with a versatile backyard studio, is perfectly situated in El Cerrito near the Albany border. Nestled behind El Cerrito Plaza and the BART station, this one-of-a-kind property blends vintage charm with vibrant personality.
Step into the welcoming living room, with two cozy bedrooms and a full bath featuring a charming clawfoot tub located just to the left. The second bedroom includes an ensuite half bath with a convenient stacked washer and dryer. The kitchen, filled with natural light, sits off the formal dining room and features a sunny eat-in nook, perfect for everyday meals.
Out back, you'll find a serene retreat with an apple tree, a small lawn, a patio for outdoor gatherings, and a finished studio space ideal for an office, art studio, or home gym the possibilities are endless!
With its playful colors, vintage details, and unbeatable location, this home is full of character and ready to welcome you.
Below are some more features of this great house:
Hardwood floors throughout
Bonus artist's studio, office, or workout room
Beautiful backyard with deck, patio, apple tree, and small lawn
Plenty of storage in the garage
Option for EV charging in garage
Fenced-in backyard
Tenant is responsible for all utilities.
Pet considered with deposit.
12 month lease.
Less than 12 months lease is an option with increased monthly rent.
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Caitlin Ball
DRE #01822241
AndreaRentals:: A Rental Concierge for Bay Area Owners and Renters
Tenant is responsible for all utilities.
Pet considered with deposit.
12 month lease.
House for rent
$3,900/mo
512 Richmond St, El Cerrito, CA 94530
2beds
993sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Single family residence
Available Sun Nov 16 2025
Cats, dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
Attached garage parking
Forced air
What's special
Fenced-in backyardApple treeCharming clawfoot tubSmall lawnSerene retreatPatio for outdoor gatheringsVersatile backyard studio
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 993 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Attached
- Has attached garage: Yes
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air, No Utilities included in rent
Details
- Parcel number: 5040620238
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: El Cerrito
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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10/6/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,900$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
1/18/2025 | Listing removed | $3,900$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
1/9/2025 | Listed for rent | $3,900$4/sqft |
Source: Zillow Rentals | ||
7/26/2011 | Sold | $460,000-4%$463/sqft |
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4/1/2011 | Listed for sale | $479,000-13.7%$482/sqft |
Source: Vflyer #40516410 | ||