5526 Carl Ave, Richmond, CA, 94804
About This Home
Rare opportunity in the sought-after Annex neighborhood! This charming fixer-upper sits on a spacious corner lot with a detached garage, offering exceptional 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.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
Very BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1942
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stone,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Range,Free-Standing Range,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Hookups Only,Laundry Room
Bathroom
- Features: Solid Surface,Tub
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood,Linoleum
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick,Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Floor Furnace
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 984
- Total interior livable area: 984 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters,Gas Range/Cooktop,Range/Oven Free Standing
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 5081320011
- Special condition: Probate Listing
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Exterior features: Garden/Play,Storage
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot,Level,Premium Lot,Front Yard,Back Yard,Side Yard
Parking
- Parking features: Detached
- Has garage: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Contra Costa County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,604 | $31,248 |
| Home Insurance * | $116 | $1,392 |
| Property Taxes | $334 | $4,008 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $3,452 | $41,424 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | Price change | $499,000 |
| 2026-08-11 | Pending sale | $515,000 |
| 2026-07-22 | Price change | $515,000 |
| 2026-05-19 | Listed for sale | $549,950 |
| 1974-10-23 | Sold | $11,500 |
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