Offered for the first time in over 70 years, 5838 Columbia Avenue presents a rare opportunity to be just the third owner of this 1948 construction home. This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cinder block constructed home spans 1,079 square feet and sits on a generous 5,000 square foot lot, ideal for homeowners looking to customize or developers seeking their next project. There is also a 350 square foot, detached garage. Located in the desirable Richmond Annex neighborhood, this property combines suburban tranquility with unbeatable convenience. Zoned for the highly regarded West Contra Costa Unified School District (El Cerrito Schools), and just minutes from El Cerrito BART, shopping, parks, and freeway access, the location offers seamless connectivity to the East Bay, San Francisco and Marin County. Whether you're dreaming of a thoughtful renovation, an expansion, or starting fresh, this fixer-upper holds unlimited potential to create lasting value. Don't miss your chance to reimagine this long-cherished home to suit today's lifestyle.
Sold for $700,000 on 07/25/25
$700,000
5838 Columbia Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
3beds
1,079sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
5,000.69 Square Feet Lot
$699,900 Zestimate®
$649/sqft
$3,321 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 25, 2025 at 12:20pm
Listed by:
Christopher J. Smith DRE #01740857 415-533-3137,
City Real Estate 415-325-2295
Bought with:
Steven Luu, DRE #01876129
Realty ONE Group Future
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 425051156
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Features
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,079
- Total interior livable area: 1,079 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Detached, Uncovered Parking Space, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Garage spaces: 1
- Uncovered spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Uncovered Patio
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 5,000 sqft
- Topography: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 5101160058
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Concrete, See Remarks
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle,Wood
Condition
- Fixer,Original
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Richmond
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 0
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter, Asphalt
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$699,900