About 855 Bates Avenue
Luxury Custom Home with Iconic 3-Bridge Views on the Kensington-El Cerrito Border Perched in the El Cerrito Hills along the Kensington border, this stunning custom-built single-family home offers luxury living with panoramic views of the Golden Gate, Bay, and Richmond-San Rafael bridges extraordinary vantage point that captures the essence of the San Francisco Bay. Designed with elegance and comfort in mind, the main residence features 3 spacious bedrooms, high-end finishes, and expansive windows that flood the home with natural light. The fully independent in-law unit includes its own private entrance, kitchen, and bathroomideal for guests, multi-generational living, or premium rental potential. Nestled on a quiet street near top-rated schools, parks, BART, and the shops of both Kensington and El Cerrito, this property combines the best of convenience, privacy, and breathtaking scenery. A rare opportunity to lease a most desirable custom home.
Features of 855 Bates Avenue
| MLS® # | 425062815 |
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| Price | $10,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 4.00 |
| Full Baths | 3 |
| Half Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 2,941 |
| Acres | 0.26 |
| Year Built | 1999 |
| Type | Residential Lease |
| Sub-Type | Single Family Residence |
| Style | Contemporary |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 855 Bates Avenue |
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| Area | El Cerrito |
| City | El Cerrito |
| County | Contra Costa |
| State | CA |
| Zip Code | 94530 |
Amenities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Internet Available |
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| Parking Spaces | 2 |
| Parking | Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Side By Side, Side by Side, Yes, On Site (Single Family Only) |
| View | Bay, Bay Bridge, Bridge(s), City, City Lights, Golden Gate Bridge, Hills, Mt Tamalpais, Panoramic, San Francisco |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Formal Entry, In-Law Floorplan |
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| Appliances | Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer |
| Heating | Central, Fireplace Insert |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Fireplaces | Electric, Insert, Living Room |
| # of Stories | 2 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full |
Exterior
| Exterior Features | Covered Courtyard, Uncovered Courtyard |
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| Lot Description | Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Street Lights |
| Windows | Double Pane Windows,Screens, Skylight(s) |
| Construction | Concrete, Stucco |
| Foundation | Concrete, Concrete Grid |
School Information
| District | Contra Costa |
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Additional Information
| Date Listed | July 23rd, 2025 |
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Listing Details
| Agent | Ana S Menendez |
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| Office | Sotheby's International Realty |