22 San Carlos Ave

[Post-refresh pictures coming soon] Just 200 feet from the Albany border, this charming bungalow offers the best of El Cerrito in an exceptional Albany-adjacent location. Only four blocks from vibrant Solano Avenue, enjoy easy access to one of the East Bay's most beloved pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining districts, home to more than 50 eateries, independent boutiques, neighborhood events, and the annual Solano Avenue Stroll - East Bay's largest street festival. 22 San Carlos is also only a couple of blocks from the Sunday Kensington Farmer’s market. Inside, timeless character shines through a classic projecting bay window with built-in window seat, inviting fireplace, and original hardwood floors. Three bedrooms and 1.5 baths are complemented by a spacious kitchen that opens to a delightful European-inspired backyard with brick pathways, a dining terrace, and the picturesque backdrop of a charming church clock tower. A bonus detached structure with its own kitchenette, bathroom, and laundry offers exceptional flexibility for guests, a home office, creative space, or possible ADU potential (buyer to verify). Electrical upgrades just completed with permits. Off-street parking includes an EV charger, completing this rare blend of character, convenience, and location.

Current Status

Active - Coming Soon

Original Price

$898,000

List Price

$898,000

On Market Date

Sep 2, 2026

Property Type

Detached

D/N/S

St Jeromes

Zip Code

94530

MLS ID

41146969

APN

5042830108

Year Built

1939

Stories in Building

1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

MAXEBRDI

Origin MLS System

Bridge AOR

Bed

3

Bath

1.5 (1/1)

Parking

0

Off Street

SQ FT

1,230

SQ FT Source

Assessor Auto-Fill

Lot SQ FT

3,700.0

Lot Acres

0.09 Acres

Pool Info

None

Kitchen

Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Range/Oven Free Standing

Cooling

None

Disclosures

Disclosure Package Avail

Entry Level

Exterior Details

Back Yard, Storage

Flooring

Hardwood, Linoleum, Vinyl

Foundation

Fire Place

Gas, Living Room

Heating

Baseboard, Forced Air

Laundry

Laundry Closet

Main Level

3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Architectural Style

Bungalow

Construction Status

Existing

Additional Miscellaneous Features

Back Yard, Storage

Location

Level, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped

Roof

Composition Shingles

Water and Sewer

Public

Fee

Unavailable

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