Fixer Upper
Address
5526 Carl Ave, Richmond, CA
Price
$ 499,000
Property Attributes
- ID#41135266
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyContra Costa
- CityRichmond
- NeighborhoodRichmond Annex
- Zip94804
- StyleCottage
- Year Built1942
- Price$ 499,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage984
- Lot Size0.12 Acres
Data Source:
Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS
Property Description
Rare opportunity in the sought-after Annex neighborhood! This charming fixer-upper sits on a spacious corner lot with a detached garage, offering exceptionl potential for expansion, development, or the addition of an ADU. Inside, the two-bedroom home is rich with character, featuring vaulted wood-beam ceilings, a cozy living room fireplace, abundant natural light, and an inviting layout with generously sized bedrooms. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or someone looking to create your dream home, this property presents endless possibilities to add value and make it your own. Probate sale with no court confirmation required. Conveniently located near the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge, BART, El Cerrito shopping and dining, and public transportation.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 5/19/2026 | Listed $549,950 |
| 7/22/2026 | 6$515,000 |
| 8/14/2026 | 3$499,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 984 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Floor Furnace |
| Cooling | None |
| Roof | Composition Shingles |
| Appliances | Gas Range,Free-Standing Range,Gas Water Heater |
| Architectural Style | Cottage |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Stone,Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1942 |
| Electric | No Solar |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Levels | One Story |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| County | Contra Costa |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Richmond Annex |
| Garage Y/N | true |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | USE GPS.. |
| City | Richmond |
| MLS Area | Listing |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 5000 |
| Property Condition | Existing |
| Standard Status | Active |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | No Additional Rooms |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood,Linoleum |
| Total Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Brick,Living Room,Wood Burning |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | false |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | Hookups Only,Laundry Room |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Kitchen Features | Laminate Counters,Gas Range/Cooktop,Range/Oven Free Standing |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Storage,Other |
|---|---|
| Fencing | Fenced |
| Parking Features | Detached |
| Lot Features | Corner Lot,Level,Premium Lot,Front Yard |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 5227.2 |
| Building Area Total | 984 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.12 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94804
Price
Year Built
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