Dramatic Midcentury Modern designed by architect Roger Lee. Updated with style and sensitivity. Living room with soaring ceiling, walls of glass. On a quiet cut-de-sac near BART & shops. Upper level rooms offer Bay views. No more showings, please. Lockbox has been removed.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
6,090 sq ftLot Size
$1,001Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Celia Concus•DRE #01141519• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Anna Bellomo•DRE #01822897• THORNWALL PROPERTIES INC.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40735145
May 19, 2016
Listing Removed
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May 19, 2016
Sold
$920,000
$692/sq ft
Apr 25, 2016
Pending
—
Apr 6, 2016
Listed
$815,000
$613/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 21, 2012
Sold
$648,500
$488/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40588911
Dec 24, 2012
Sold
$648,350
$487/sq ft
Nov 19, 2012
Pending
—
Oct 8, 2012
Price Changed
$689,000
$518/sq ft
Sep 11, 2012
Listed
$729,000
$548/sq ft
+14
Award winning Roger Lee design mixes drama with serenity in this private cul-de-sac. Soaring windows let light and nature into the two story living room. Lovingly updated with sensitivity to Lee's original themes. Folding door panels allow for flexible use of rooms. Lovely little garden and views.
Public Records
Sep 12, 1975
Sold
$62,000
$47/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,717 (+2.3%)
$869,377 + $241,491
$1,110,868
2024
$15,358 (+1.9%)
$852,331 + $236,756
$1,089,087
2023
$15,069 (+1.4%)
$835,619 + $232,114
$1,067,733
2022
$14,856 (+0.4%)
$819,235 + $227,563
$1,046,798
2021
$14,803 (+4.5%)
$803,172 + $223,101
$1,026,273
2020
$14,169 (+1.6%)
$787,424 + $218,727
$1,006,151
2019
$13,946 (+3.1%)
$779,350 + $216,485
$995,835
2018
$13,531 (+1.6%)
$764,069 + $212,241
$976,310
2017
$13,314 (+31.7%)
$734,400 + $204,000
$938,400
2016
$10,109 (−0.3%)
$734,400 + $204,000
$938,400
2015
$10,138 (+1.4%)
$516,268 + $158,115
$674,383
2014
$10,001 (+1.0%)
$498,553 + $152,690
$651,243
2013
$9,904 (+268.7%)
$498,553 + $152,690
$651,243
2012
$2,686 (−1.0%)
$496,300 + $152,000
$648,300
2011
$2,714 (+3.4%)
$52,177 + $66,414
$118,591
2010
$2,626 (+12.2%)
$51,154 + $65,112
$116,266
2009
$2,340 (+2.8%)
$50,772 + $64,626
$115,398
2008
$2,277
$50,893 + $64,780
$115,673
Tax history for 20 Reed Pl
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,717 (+2.3%)
$869,377 + $241,491
$1,110,868
2024
$15,358 (+1.9%)
$852,331 + $236,756
$1,089,087
2023
$15,069 (+1.4%)
$835,619 + $232,114
$1,067,733
2022
$14,856 (+0.4%)
$819,235 + $227,563
$1,046,798
2021
$14,803 (+4.5%)
$803,172 + $223,101
$1,026,273
2020
$14,169 (+1.6%)
$787,424 + $218,727
$1,006,151
2019
$13,946 (+3.1%)
$779,350 + $216,485
$995,835
2018
$13,531 (+1.6%)
$764,069 + $212,241
$976,310
2017
$13,314 (+31.7%)
$734,400 + $204,000
$938,400
2016
$10,109 (−0.3%)
$734,400 + $204,000
$938,400
2015
$10,138 (+1.4%)
$516,268 + $158,115
$674,383
2014
$10,001 (+1.0%)
$498,553 + $152,690
$651,243
2013
$9,904 (+268.7%)
$498,553 + $152,690
$651,243
2012
$2,686 (−1.0%)
$496,300 + $152,000
$648,300
2011
$2,714 (+3.4%)
$52,177 + $66,414
$118,591
2010
$2,626 (+12.2%)
$51,154 + $65,112
$116,266
2009
$2,340 (+2.8%)
$50,772 + $64,626
$115,398
2008
$2,277
$50,893 + $64,780
$115,673
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,090 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
1,330
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
5721700390
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Apr 19, 2016 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Perform a residential re-roofing project using tar and gravel.
Roofing
Jul 31, 2012 • Final
Building - residential electrical
Remove and replace an electrical sub panel.
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Has Carport
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Carport, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Stall Shower, Tile
Interior Features
Interior Features: Den, Dining Area, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 1 Bath, Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Parquet, Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Electric Range/Cooktop,Microwave,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Self-Cleaning Oven,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 5
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 1,330
Builder Name: Roger Lee
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Enclosed
Mobile Home Information
Model: Midcentury Mod
Property Information
Living Area: 1330
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1961
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 6090
Lot Size Area: 0.139807
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.139807
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Irregular Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Location
School Information
High School District: West Contra Costa (510) -231-1100
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,330
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 6,090 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1970
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 5721700390
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Kensington Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
10/10
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
El Cerrito Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
7/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 85° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.27M – $1.53M
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2016. This data may not match public records. Learn more.