A Hillside Midcentury With a Wood-Wrapped Interior Surfaces in the East Bay for $2M

Perched in the hills of El Cerrito, the 1960s home comes with a trove of original detail and a shady backyard.
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Location: 737 Bay Tree Lane, El Cerrito, California 

Price: $2,079,000

Year Built: 1962

Footprint: 2,674 square feet (four bedrooms, two baths)

Lot Size: 0.28 acres

From the Agent: "Located on a secret cul-de-sac in the El Cerrito Hills, this exceptional home is entered through a private courtyard into a welcoming foyer with light from the floor-to-ceiling windows drawing you in. The iconic midcentury design creates a relaxing yet dramatic atmosphere, as you are surrounded by wood, black slate tile, vaulted ceilings, and stunning views of San Francisco and the Bay. The living room is grounded by an impressive fireplace and slate hearth—the perfect spot for gatherings, or simply to enjoy a good book. There is an adjacent library with pocket doors for creating a private space. There are also sliding doors that lead out to a large deck from both the living room and dining room. This is a home designed to entertain."

Dressed in a handsome sage green, the multilevel residence blends into its tree-filled lot.

Dressed in a handsome sage green, the multilevel residence blends into its tree-filled lot.

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Large windows stretch across the walls on opposite sides of the wood-clad living room.

Large windows stretch across the walls on opposite sides of the wood-clad living room.

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The sun-filled dining area is located steps from the kitchen. Sliding doors provide direct access to both the courtyard and covered deck.

The sun-filled dining area is located steps from the kitchen. Sliding doors provide direct access to both the courtyard and covered deck.

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The primary suite awaits on the lower level and comes with a large walk-in shower.

The primary suite awaits on the lower level and comes with a large walk-in shower.

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New hardwood floors line each of the home’s four bedrooms.

New hardwood floors line each of the home’s four bedrooms.

A peek at the spacious backyard, peppered with mature trees and lush vegetation. "This property allows you to feel as if you are miles from it all, and partly this is because there is a large, separate parcel adjacent to the home that is included with the sale," notes the agent.

A peek at the spacious backyard, peppered with mature trees and lush vegetation. "This property allows you to feel as if you are miles from it all, and partly this is because there is a large, separate parcel adjacent to the home that is included with the sale," notes the agent.

737 Bay Tree Lane in El Cerrito, California, is listed for $2,079,000 by TTL Team - Todd, Tania, and Lisa of Red Oak Realty.

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