2685 Alhambra Way, Pinole, CA, 4 Bedroom Hilltop Home with Views Priced to sell, built to impress This may be the last affordable 4-bedroom opportunity in Pinole. Finding an affordable 4-bedroom home in the East Bay right now feels almost impossible. Rising demand has pushed prices out of reach for so many buyers hoping to plant roots in Pinole — and if you've been searching, you already know how rare (and expensive) 2,100+ square foot homes have become. That's exactly why 2685 Alhambra Way stands out. This is the lowest-priced 4-bedroom home over 2,100 square feet in Pinole — and it's sitting at the top of a quiet hilltop cul-de-sac with sweeping views of the surrounding hills. Here's the opportunity: this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers 2,187 square feet of living space on a generous 7,225 sqft lot. Yes, it needs some work — but the heavy lifting has already been done where it matters most. The kitchen has been fully updated, the downstairs half bath has been refreshed, and a new air conditioning system is already in place. What's left is your chance to add your own finishing touches and build instant equity in one of Pinole's most desirable hillside settings. Tucked away on a peaceful cul-de-sac, this home offers the privacy and quiet you want, paired with unbeatable convenience — just minutes from Highway 80 for easy access throughout the Bay Area and Northern California. Whether you're commuting, exploring the East Bay, or heading north for the weekend, this location puts you exactly where you need to be. For growing families, first-time buyers, or anyone tired of being priced out of the market, this is the kind of opportunity that doesn't come around twice. A spacious 4-bedroom floor plan, hilltop views, an updated kitchen, and unmatched pricing — all in one Pinole address. Homes like this don't sit long. Schedule your showing today before this hilltop opportunity is gone
Single-familyProperty Type
1968Year Built
7,225 sq ftLot Size
$393Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ron Melvin•DRE #01927543• Keller Williams Realty
Bought with Patrick Lam•DRE #01764668• CENTURY 21 Masters
Est. $4,526 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2685 Alhambra Way
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Sep 16, 2026
Sold
$925,000
$423/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41144410
Sep 16, 2026
Sold
$860,000
$393/sq ft
Aug 20, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 8, 2026
Listed
$699,000
$320/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 30, 1990
Sold
$265,000
$121/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,400 (+3.0%)
$235,478 + $250,192
$485,670
2024
$7,183 (+2.6%)
$230,861 + $245,287
$476,148
2023
$6,999 (+0.9%)
$226,335 + $240,478
$466,813
2022
$6,938 (+0.3%)
$221,898 + $235,763
$457,661
2021
$6,916 (+4.2%)
$217,548 + $231,141
$448,689
2020
$6,639 (+1.8%)
$213,283 + $226,609
$439,892
2019
$6,522 (+3.3%)
$211,097 + $224,286
$435,383
2018
$6,313 (+2.1%)
$206,958 + $219,889
$426,847
2017
$6,185 (+0.8%)
$198,922 + $211,351
$410,273
2016
$6,134
$198,922 + $211,351
$410,273
2015
$6,134 (+0.7%)
$195,022 + $207,207
$402,229
2014
$6,092 (+1.4%)
$188,331 + $200,098
$388,429
2013
$6,006 (+20.4%)
$188,331 + $200,098
$388,429
2012
$4,988 (−10.2%)
$187,480 + $199,194
$386,674
2011
$5,555 (+5.0%)
$159,516 + $169,484
$329,000
2010
$5,288 (+1.0%)
$180,200 + $191,460
$371,660
2009
$5,237 (+7.4%)
$178,854 + $190,030
$368,884
2008
$4,876
$179,279 + $190,482
$369,761
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,225 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
2,187
Year built
1968
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
3603720081
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 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
Nov 20, 2024 • Final
Residential mechanical
Install new ductwork including supply ducts and return ducts.
HVAC
Mar 9, 2022 • Final
Residential solar
Install a roof-mounted photovoltaic solar system on a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
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: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 3
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Interior Features
Interior Features: Family Room, Storage, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
Laundry Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Dryer, Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer
Street Level Features: 1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Fireplaces Total: 1
Has Fireplace
Flooring: Linoleum, Parquet, Tile, Carpet
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Range/Oven Built-in,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Rooms Total: 11
Room Type: Family Room, Eat-In Kitchen, Storage
Fireplace Features: Living Room
Basement: Crawl Space
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco
Building Area Total: 2,187
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Storage
Property Information
Living Area: 2187
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1968
Direction Faces: South
Lot Information
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Size Square Feet: 7225
Lot Size Area: 0.17
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.17
Lot Features: Court, Cul-De-Sac, Level, Rectangular Lot
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Pets Allowed: Yes
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,187
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,225 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: 1985
County: Contra Costa County
APN: 3603720081
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Ellerhorst Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Pinole Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
3/10
Pinole Valley High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
2% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Pinole, CA • 94564
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
90/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 22% for direct sun exposure in Pinole. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$733,000 – $887,000
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Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.