About 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.
Features of 22 San Carlos Ave
| MLS® # | 41146969 |
|---|---|
| Price | $898,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 1,230 |
| Acres | 0.09 |
| Year Built | 1939 |
| Type | Residential |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Bungalow |
| Status | Pending |
Community Information
| Address | 22 San Carlos Ave |
|---|---|
| Subdivision | ST JEROMES |
| City | El Cerrito |
| County | Contra Costa |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94530 |
Amenities
| Utilities | All Utilities |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 1 |
| Parking | Off Street |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
| Pool | None |
Interior
| Interior Features | Dining Area, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater |
| Heating | Baseboard, Forced Air |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | No |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Gas, Living Room |
| # of Stories | 1 |
| Stories | One Story |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Back Yard, Storage |
|---|---|
| Lot Description | Level, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped |
| Windows | Bay Window(s) |
| Roof | Shingle |
| Construction | Composition Shingles, Stucco, Wood Siding |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 2nd, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Foreclosure | No |
| Short Sale | No |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Agent | Denis Neema |
|---|---|
| Office | Compass |