Nestled in the heart of Pinole’s sought-after Old Town district, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers storybook curb appeal, modern touches, and an outdoor sanctuary unlike any other. With vintage architecture, this home boasts original character paired with updated interiors— a thoughtful blend of classic and contemporary finishes. Start your day in the inviting enclosed sun porch—perfect for sipping coffee while enjoying views of the Bay and rolling hills. Step outside to an elevated deck with built-in seating— perfect for entertaining, gardening, or simply unwinding under the trees. But the true bonus? A spacious lower level with garage access—perfect for a potential in-law unit, home studio, or income-generating space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1918Year Built
5,000 sq ftLot Size
$548Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Veronica Valencia•DRE #01463406• eXp Realty of California, Inc.
Bought with Carl Schober•DRE #00681833• Old Time Realtors
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41092915
May 20, 2025
Sold
$625,000
$499/sq ft
May 1, 2025
Pending
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Apr 10, 2025
Listed
$675,000
$539/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40930147
Jan 28, 2021
Sold
$600,000
$479/sq ft
Jan 2, 2021
Pending
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Dec 18, 2020
Relisted
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Dec 2, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Nov 23, 2020
Listed
$580,000
$463/sq ft
+16
Wake up every morning to spectacular views of the bay. Well kept kitchen and bath, new paint, new beautiful water resistant flooring, beautiful enclosed sun porch overlooking bay, one block to shops, restaurants, room to expand downstairs, possible studio or in-law. Washer, dryer, refrigerator, are included.
Public Records
Jul 3, 2001
Sold
$289,000
$231/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #21010675
Jul 2, 2001
Sold
$289,500
$231/sq ft
Apr 12, 2001
Listing Removed
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Apr 2, 2001
Listed
$289,950
$232/sq ft
No need to preview!!! New kitchen, bths, paint, carpet, beautiful enclosed sun porch overlooking bay, one block to shops, restaurants, room to expand downstairs, possible studio or in-law.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #27641197
Sep 12, 1997
Sold
$144,000
$115/sq ft
Aug 6, 1997
Listing Removed
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Jun 12, 1997
Listed
$144,900
$116/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,648 (+2.9%)
$469,200 + $168,300
$637,500
2024
$9,379 (+2.5%)
$487,093 + $162,364
$649,457
2023
$9,154 (+0.9%)
$477,543 + $159,181
$636,724
2022
$9,072 (+43.1%)
$468,180 + $156,060
$624,240
2021
$6,341 (+4.2%)
$459,000 + $153,000
$612,000
2020
$6,087 (+1.8%)
$200,615 + $193,792
$394,407
2019
$5,980 (+3.3%)
$198,558 + $191,805
$390,363
2018
$5,789 (+2.1%)
$194,665 + $188,045
$382,710
2017
$5,671 (+0.9%)
$187,107 + $180,744
$367,851
2016
$5,623 (+9.8%)
$187,107 + $180,744
$367,851
2015
$5,121 (+15.8%)
$183,439 + $177,200
$360,639
2014
$4,423 (+11.9%)
$132,249 + $127,751
$260,000
2013
$3,952 (+2.5%)
$132,249 + $127,751
$260,000
2012
$3,854 (+25.0%)
$115,972 + $112,028
$228,000
2011
$3,083 (−9.4%)
$119,787 + $115,713
$235,500
2010
$3,405 (−2.7%)
$88,251 + $85,249
$173,500
2009
$3,500 (−21.5%)
$107,834 + $104,166
$212,000
2008
$4,459
$114,447 + $110,553
$225,000
Tax history for 2501 Samuel
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,648 (+2.9%)
$469,200 + $168,300
$637,500
2024
$9,379 (+2.5%)
$487,093 + $162,364
$649,457
2023
$9,154 (+0.9%)
$477,543 + $159,181
$636,724
2022
$9,072 (+43.1%)
$468,180 + $156,060
$624,240
2021
$6,341 (+4.2%)
$459,000 + $153,000
$612,000
2020
$6,087 (+1.8%)
$200,615 + $193,792
$394,407
2019
$5,980 (+3.3%)
$198,558 + $191,805
$390,363
2018
$5,789 (+2.1%)
$194,665 + $188,045
$382,710
2017
$5,671 (+0.9%)
$187,107 + $180,744
$367,851
2016
$5,623 (+9.8%)
$187,107 + $180,744
$367,851
2015
$5,121 (+15.8%)
$183,439 + $177,200
$360,639
2014
$4,423 (+11.9%)
$132,249 + $127,751
$260,000
2013
$3,952 (+2.5%)
$132,249 + $127,751
$260,000
2012
$3,854 (+25.0%)
$115,972 + $112,028
$228,000
2011
$3,083 (−9.4%)
$119,787 + $115,713
$235,500
2010
$3,405 (−2.7%)
$88,251 + $85,249
$173,500
2009
$3,500 (−21.5%)
$107,834 + $104,166
$212,000
2008
$4,459
$114,447 + $110,553
$225,000
*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
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1935
Sq. Ft.
1,252
Year built
1918
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
4011860139
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R-1
Suburban Residential Zoning District
This zoning district provides for single-family development that is typical of most residential areas of the city. This is the single largest residential category.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Oct 15, 2025 • Final
Private sewer lateral
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Gas
Plumbing
Aug 14, 2025 • Final
Private sewer lateral
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Plumbing
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