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*Sales data is calculated based on transaction information available to Agent Pronto at the time of publishing and may not accurately reflect all transactions for a given agent.
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Information and statistics on the latest trends in the El Cerrito real estate market. *
Jul 1, 2026 - Sep 30, 2026
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month data ending on quarter boundaries when available.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Rolling three-month supply and activity totals for the selected period.
Market gauge is calculated using active listings and pending sales from the most recently available reporting period (Jul 2026 - Sep 2026).
Year-over-year, El Cerrito’s rolling three-month numbers show a mix of cooling prices and steady activity. The typical home value is down about 10 percent from last year’s period, while median list prices have dipped slightly. Even with softer pricing, homes sold have risen roughly 10 percent and pending sales are up more than 7 percent compared with a year ago.
In the most recent rolling three-month view through September 2026, homes typically sold for about $1.2 million with a median list price just under $940,000. Inventory remains tight at only 1.8 months of supply, and the median home spent just 15 days on the market, reinforcing El Cerrito’s status as a seller’s market.
Strong bidding is still common, with about 82 percent of homes selling above list price and an average sale-to-list ratio near 121 percent. Compared with a year ago, the share of homes selling above asking has climbed by roughly 8 percentage points, even as prices have edged down. Active listings are modestly higher than last year and homes sold have increased, suggesting motivated buyers are meeting limited but steady supply. With properties often going under contract quickly and frequently over asking, Agent Pronto can connect both buyers and sellers with an agent who understands El Cerrito’s fast-paced conditions and can help them navigate each step confidently.
El Cerrito offers residents a friendly, walkable community with abundant parks and trails, convenient transit access, good schools, and a vibrant mix of local shops and community events.
El Cerrito stands out from nearby Berkeley and Richmond with a quieter, small-city rhythm paired with sweeping Bay views and quick regional access. The city stretches along the hills and flats, giving residents a choice between walkable neighborhoods near San Pablo Avenue and more secluded hillside streets with panoramas of San Francisco and the Golden Gate.
Community life centers around local gems like El Cerrito Plaza, the El Cerrito del Norte BART Station, and the El Cerrito Community Center, which hosts classes, events, and seasonal celebrations. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Arlington Park and the wild open spaces of Blake Garden, while the restored Hillside Natural Area offers miles of trails. Families are often drawn by the local public schools within the West Contra Costa Unified School District, including El Cerrito High School.
For commuters, BART access and nearby I 80 and I 580 put Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco within easy reach, while Albany and Richmond offer additional shopping, dining, and coastal recreation along the Bay Trail.
In El Cerrito, homes can move quickly in both the hills and the flats, and preparation matters. Whether you are planning strategic upgrades before listing or positioning a strong offer in a competitive price range, connecting with the right local real estate agent through Agent Pronto can help both buyers and sellers time their move with confidence.
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“Shelby was amazing to work with on purchasing my first home. She made the process as smooth as possible. I felt comfortable with making this huge decision. We were even able to close early! Shelby explained the home buying process, helped with understanding negotiations and what is a reasonable offer. Her knowledge of the market and the area was reassuring when accepting the offer.”
“Jessie did very good job at showing us the house around San Francisco and San Mateo County. She gave us very professional and honest advice on the home we were looking for. She went through the inspection, pointed out what we need to consider, and helped us draft a strong offer to secure our current home. Thanks to her, we have our first lovely home. Even after securing our home, Jessie went the extra mile to ensure we would be able to comfortably settle in. We would highly recommend Jessie to any homebuyers who need help in Bay Area.”
“Alonya was recommended by a trusted friend, and exceeded even that strong recommendation. She listened closely to what I wanted, and identified a hidden gem that I ended up purchasing. She helped with a lot of tricky steps and connected me with great contractors. Because I was living hundreds of miles away from the house I bought and moved in to, she met many of my neighbors before me, and facilitated the great relationships I have with them now. I could not be happier.”
“Jen was phenomenal! So helpful easy to contact and knowledgeable on trends in the market. You can’t go wrong with Jen. She will be there for you through out. I’m so happy my daughter suggested her to me.”
“I first met Jessica in July 2024 at an open house she was hosting in Emerald Hills. We weren't really looking for anything in particular at the time and told Jessica as such. Still, she was still super welcoming and chatted with us to get a feel for what we were looking for. Couple of weeks later, she emailed me with a place she found that fit what we told her, so I was impressed that she took notes. We didn't have an agent at the time so we figured we'd work with her to give it a try. We started to seriously look for a new home at the beginning of 2025 and Jessica was always super responsive and honest with her assessment of the various places we found on Zillow. Embarrassingly, we put Jessica through the blender a couple of times (three times, to be exact) thinking that we were going to bid for a house but didn't end up going through with it for various reasons. Each time, Jessica was gracious and patient with us and continued to help us search for our new home. At long last, we found one we liked (Jessica approves, lol) and are about to close on the house really soon! She helped us negotiate the price down and even got us a set of washer/dryer from the seller ;) To whoever's reading this, the fact that I'm writing this without AI assistance should demonstrate to you my appreciation for Jessica and how we really recommend her if you're looking for a new home in the Bay Area! Edit: adding that Jessica works with construction guys too so she can tell when something's not to code!!”
“When Natasha says she will do something she gets it done, not tomorrow but right now. You won't find anyone that is more competent, knowledgeable, and responsive. Weekends, weekdays, after normal hours, she is always working for you. Her assistance with inspections, and repairs was invaluable. I could go on for pages detailing all the ways she helped us sell my sister's house. My family was so fortunate to find her. Before you choose an agent make sure you speak with her. You won't regret it!”
“Working with Sophie was a wonderful experience. She guided us through every step of the purchase and was always responsive and helpful. We couldn't have asked for a better agent.”
“I give Linnette and her team the highest recommendation possible. If you miss out on working with her, you're making a mistake. I originally met her when buying my home in North Oakand 10 years ago, and she was excellent. During Covid, I left the area, and in 2026 I made the decision to sell. It was a no-brainer to go back to Linnette. I am across the country, and she managed the entire process with no hassle for me. Took care of specs, comps, price modeling, recommended renovations, affordable contractor, etc. She and her team were in great touch throughout. I trusted her opinions, and she got me a wild number of bids and an incredible purchase price. Everything went off without a hitch. I would definitely work with her again. Thanks, Team Linnette!”
“We cannot recommend Mariama highly enough! She helped us find our dream home in our dream neighborhood for a great deal, and she held our hands through every step of the process. Mariama is incredibly communicative and proactive. Every time we liked or hearted a home, she immediately jumped on it—sending disclosures, providing clear summaries, and arranging walkthroughs. She was always available and even got us into homes before they hit the market. We felt supported and informed throughout the entire search and purchase. Her negotiation skills are exceptional, and she works tirelessly for her clients. She listened closely to what we wanted, went above and beyond, and never stopped advocating for us. We always felt like she truly had our best interests at heart. We would 100% work with Mariama again. If you’re looking for an agent who is responsive, dedicated, and willing to go the extra mile to help you find the right home, she is the one!”
“Gabriela was absolutely incredible throughout the entire process. She worked with us for over nine months until we found the perfect house and never made us feel rushed or pressured to settle. She made sure everything we needed was up to par, advocated for us every step of the way, and ultimately helped us find the perfect investment property. We are so grateful for her patience, dedication, and expertise. We truly couldn’t have done it without her!”
“When I was interested in selling my home, I started reading reviews of realtors. Nick Flageollet reviews were very positive. After speaking with him I found him to be very responsive, if Nick didn’t answer my phone calls he would return my calls soon afterwards. He would provide answers to all my questions During the selling process of my first home a buyers agent asked me how I met Nick, the buyers agent expressed all positive remarks about Nick. Nick was very patient with me due to my delay on getting my homes ready for him to put onto the market. When I was ready to sell Nick immediately went into action. He provided a great marketing strategy and kept me informed during the whole process I was so impressed with Nick’s real estate skills i contacted him for selling my second home that sold in 12 days with an offer more than listing price”
“She is a strategic planner, and can get the job done under challenging circumstances. She was our seller agent and sold our house at a price beyond our expectations with multiple offers. We can’t ask for more. We highly recommend Mattie to everyone who wants to buy or sell their house”
“I had such an amazing experience working with Nicole. She truly went above and beyond every step of the way and made the entire process so much easier and less stressful. From the very beginning, she was incredibly professional, knowledgeable, responsive, and genuinely caring. She always made me and my kids feel like a priority and was willing to do whatever it took to help us reach our goals both as a buyer and a seller. Her attention to detail, and commitment was truly exceptional. Beyond being an outstanding real estate agent, I always felt we were in good hands and could trust Nicole completely. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for an agent.”
“The best home selling and home buying experience! Vinnie and his team were so great at explaining every step of the process and making us feel comfortable and sure in our decisions. We never felt rushed or pressured, and we knew Vinnie always had our best interests at heart. Vinnie was so prompt in communicating with us and was only ever a quick text or phone call away. We love this team and would work with them again!!”
“We are truly grateful for the amazing experience we had working with Ruben Santiago from RE/MAX Gold as our real estate agent. We were first-time home buyers purchasing our home in Fairfield, California, and having Ruben by our side made what could have been an overwhelming process feel comfortable, smooth, and exciting. From our very first conversation, we noticed how calm and reassuring Ruben was. He has such a soft and steady voice that immediately puts you at ease. During a time filled with so many questions and uncertainties, his patience and calm approach gave us confidence that we were in good hands. What stood out the most was that Ruben genuinely cared about us, not just as clients, but as people. He was always quick to respond, which gave us so much peace of mind throughout the entire process. As first-time buyers, we had many questions, and he never made us feel rushed or pressured. One of the things we valued most about Ruben was his honesty. We would often ask him, “If you were the buyer, what would you do?” and he would always give us his sincere opinion. He never made us feel like he was just trying to sell us a property. Instead, he helped us look at the bigger picture, shared his thoughts, gave us advice, and guided us toward making the best decision for our family. Ruben has a natural charisma and a genuine concern for his buyers. He offered ideas, pointing out things we might not have noticed, and making sure we understood every step of the journey. His knowledge, patience, and dedication truly set him apart. The location of our new home was exactly what we were hoping for, and we couldn’t be happier with our purchase. Ruben made our first home-buying experience memorable, and we will always appreciate the time, effort, and heart he put into helping us achieve this milestone. We don’t just see Ruben as our real estate agent, we see him as someone we can trust and someone we would gladly work with again in the future. We hope to do business with him again and will confidently recommend him to our family and friends. If you're looking for a real estate agent who is knowledgeable, honest, responsive, and treats you like family, Ruben is the one to call. I highly recommend Ruben Santiago. Thank you Ruben, for being patient, honest, and truly dedicated to helping us find our home. You made our first home-buying experience such a positive and memorable one!”
“Marco, Vanessa and their entire team was wonderful from start to finish. We had a unique selling situation (POA for elderly parent) and the team helped guide us through the process. After listing the home in late May 2026, we closed early July 2026 after receiving multiple strong offers. Staging, marketing, technical advice and guidance were all top-notch, and we would not hesitate to recommend Marco and the team. Thanks guys!!!”
“STEPHEN HELPED ME GET MY DREAM HOME! Stephen has deep knowledge of his territory and assisted me in my search for a few months. When my perfect home came on the market, he helped close the deal with a great offer strategy. His experience, knowledge, negotiation skills and relationships in the real estate Industry pushed my offer over the top. After my offer was accepted, Stephen had amazing follow through and ensured the close went smoothly. Stephen is has high integrity, honesty and values. I highly recommend Stephen to anybody!”
“Working with Karen to buy our home at Rossmoor was an absolute joy! From day one, she was the consummate professional—always organized, deeply knowledgeable about all aspects of the unique Rossmoor market, and quick to answer our questions. She always kept us in the loop. During the deal, her strong negotiation skills helped us get the best possible result. We always felt supported and well informed. Buying a home can be stressful, but her incredible patience and genuine kindness put us completely at ease. She always made sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. We could not have asked for a better guide through this journey. If you need a dedicated and caring realtor, we recommend her 100%!”
“can't recommend Omid enough. He helped us get our first house. This time we were a little more picky with the zipcodes, schools, size of the backyard etc. Right from the get go, Omid helped set up a customized mis alert which was very helpful to track new and sometimes even off market listings. I dont think he ever sleeps because whenever we messaged him we got a response within a minute. Also I have never heard "no" for any of our requests. He either finds an alternative or makes sure he is able to take care of it. He is also very resourceful in finding recommendations for contractors, handyman, inspections, insurance etc.”
“Brian was instrumental in helping us find a place - the process took years on and off as I was casually looking. I always appreciated his availability, advice as well as having my best interest at heart. I would recommend him for his extensive knowledge but also willingness to really get to know the buyer before moving forward with a purchase. When it came to closing, everything went as smooth as it could have, given that Brian has so much local experience and know how long things take/how difficult a process can be.”
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