About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 5526 Carl Ave in Richmond, CA is listed for $499,000 ($507 per sqft). Built in 1942, the home offers 984 sqft of living space on a 0.11 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1942
  • 0.11 acre lot
  • Fireplace

Property Details

1 story
1 full
1942

Amenities

FireplaceHardwood
Listing Description

Rare opportunity in the sought-after Annex neighborhood! This charming home 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. Conveniently located near the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, BART, El Cerrito shopping and dining, and public transportation.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,669/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$361
Interest$2,162
Insurance$146

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

5526 Carl Ave

Richmond, CA 94804

Richmond Annex

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

No Additional Rooms

Exterior Features

Back YardFront YardGarden/PlaySide YardStorage

Property Details

Flooring

LinoleumHardwood

Construction

Stone Wood Siding

Heating

Floor Furnace

Appliances

Gas RangeFree-Standing RangeGas Water Heater

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 5526 Carl Ave is listed at $499,000 ($507/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,669 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1942, 0.11 acre lot, Fireplace. Interior Features: No Additional Rooms. Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play.

This property is listed by Gary Torretta.

GT

Gary Torretta

Agent at Security Pacific Real Estate

Listed by Security Pacific Real Estate · Broker phone: (510) 662-8502 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 41135266· Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®· 163 days on PropertySimple

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5526 Carl Ave, Richmond, CA 94804

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