2356 Carquinez Ave

Perched high in the desirable El Cerrito Hills, this light-filled Mid-Century Modern residence perfectly balances stunning natural scenery with eco-friendly modern updates. Enjoy uncompromised indoor-outdoor living, top-tier efficiency, and dedicated work-from-home space in one of the East Bay's best neighborhoods. Key Highlights: - Iconic Sunset & Dual Bridge Views: Take in panoramic vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, San Francisco skyline, and Mt. Tamalpais. - Wrap around windows+ deck and open-concept living ensure front-row seats to world-class sunsets every evening. - Dedicated Redesigned Home Office: Purpose-built for maximum productivity with clean aesthetics, abundant natural light, and quiet seclusion ideal for hybrid or remote professionals. - Eco-Friendly Efficiency (Owned Solar): Substantially reduce monthly energy costs with an owned rooftop solar array, tankless water heater, and high-efficiency climate controls. - Top-Rated School District: Situated within West Contra Costa Unified boundaries, offering proximity to top-performing public and private schools, including nearby Fairmont Elementary, Korematsu Middle, and El Cerrito High School. - Gourmet Kitchen & Main Floor Flow: Thoughtfully renovated kitchen features a large central island, solid-surface counters, double ovens, and custom cabinetry flowing directly into the dining and fireside living areas. - Terraced Outdoor Oasis: Step out to a multi-tiered backyard featuring a covered entertaining patio, built-in BBQ station, fruit trees, and private garden spaces framed by Bay views. - Renovations: Garden has turf setup and is low maintenance, 2nd bathroom was recently renovated, office space with inset library setup and garage setup with EV charger capable socket Home Features & Amenities: - Refinished hardwood flooring throughout main living spaces - Cozy wood-burning fireplace in the primary living area - Attached 2-car garage with additional driveway parking & storage space - Close proximity to Wildcat Canyon hiking trails, Del Norte BART station, and El Cerrito Plaza shopping MinimumUtilities: Tenant pays PGE (offset by solar), Water, and Trash. Pets: Allowed with deposit. Availability: October 1st (flexible) Owner pays for water, all other amenities are renter manage. No smoking allowed. 1 month of rent to be used as deposit + $500/pet for any pets.