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Investment Opportunity in San Pablo! This tenant-occupied 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers an attractive opportunity for investors looking to add a property with an established rental arrangement to their portfolio. The current tenants would like to continue renting, providing a potential transition with minimal vacancy concerns. The approximately 855 sq. ft. home sits on a generous 5,500 sq. ft. lot and features laminate wood flooring throughout the main living areas, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and recently updated cabinetry, and a refreshed bathroom with tile finishes. The light-filled living and dining areas feature vaulted, beamed ceilings and an open-concept feel. New sliding glass doors provide the rear bedrooms with additional natural light and convenient access to the backyard. The expansive backyard is one of the property's standout features, offering plenty of space for outdoor enjoyment and a potential opportunity to explore the addition of an ADU for future rental income. Conveniently located within walking distance of Hilltop Mall, Walmart, Montalvin Elementary School and Making Waves Academy, with easy access to shopping, public transportation, Point Pinole Regional Shoreline, In-N-Out and more. Quick access to Richmond Parkway, I-80 and I-580 makes commuting throughout the East Bay and to San Francisco convenient. A property with current rental income, a large lot and potential for future value-add opportunities deserves a closer look.
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
5,500 sq ftLot Size
$637Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Sergio Sosa•DRE #01700312• Security Pacific Real Estate
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41145838
Aug 21, 2026
Listed
$545,000
$637/sq ft
REDFIN #1
Mar 4, 2026
Rental Removed
$1,200
$1/sq ft
Feb 11, 2026
Price Changed
$1,200
$1/sq ft
Nov 30, 2024
Listed for Rent
$3,650
$4/sq ft
BAREIS #323012519
Mar 30, 2023
Sold
$535,000
$626/sq ft
Charming Home. 2 bedroom plus a bonus room and 1 bath. Newly exterior paint. Wood flooring, New granite counter. Large backyard ready to build extra ADU. Near transportations and shopping center also near school. Quiet neighborhood. Well maintain.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40977130
May 18, 2022
Listing Removed
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Apr 23, 2022
Relisted
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Apr 20, 2022
Price Changed
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Apr 14, 2022
Pending
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Jan 4, 2022
Listed
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Public Records
Dec 8, 2021
Sold
$420,000
$491/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 25, 1985
Sold
$58,000
$68/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 23, 1980
Sold
$48,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,177 (+2.4%)
$461,625 + $106,120
$567,745
2024
$7,985 (+23.8%)
$452,574 + $104,040
$556,614
2023
$6,448 (+1.5%)
$443,700 + $102,000
$545,700
2022
$6,353 (+176.8%)
$357,000 + $71,400
$428,400
2021
$2,295 (+4.4%)
$350,000 + $70,000
$420,000
2020
$2,198 (+1.0%)
$51,496 + $55,177
$106,673
2019
$2,176 (+5.2%)
$50,968 + $54,612
$105,580
2018
$2,067 (+4.0%)
$49,969 + $53,542
$103,511
2017
$1,988 (+3.5%)
$48,030 + $51,464
$99,494
2016
$1,921 (+2.1%)
$48,030 + $51,464
$99,494
2015
$1,881 (+3.1%)
$47,089 + $50,455
$97,544
2014
$1,824 (+2.6%)
$45,474 + $48,725
$94,199
2013
$1,777 (+8.4%)
$45,474 + $48,725
$94,199
2012
$1,640 (+1.6%)
$45,269 + $48,505
$93,774
2011
$1,614 (+4.7%)
$44,382 + $47,554
$91,936
2010
$1,542 (+1.8%)
$43,512 + $46,622
$90,134
2009
$1,514 (+8.1%)
$43,187 + $46,274
$89,461
2008
$1,401
$43,290 + $46,384
$89,674
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
752
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
752
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
4051320218
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
P-1
Planned Unit District
A large-scale integrated development or a general plan special area of concern provides an opportunity for, and requires cohesive design when flexible regulations are applied; whereas the application of conventional regulation, designed primarily for individual lot development, to a large-scale development or special area may create a monotonous and inappropriate neighborhood. The planned unit district is intended to allow diversification in the relationship of various uses, buildings, structures, lot sizes and open space while insuring substantial compliance with the general plan and the intent of the county code in requiring adequate standards necessary to satisfy the requirements of the public health, safety and general welfare. These standards shall be observed without unduly inhibiting the advantages of large-scale site or special area planning.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building/residential/rp/repair
Perform alterations on a residential building.
Remodel
Jan 30, 2010 • Final
Building - residential re-roof
Install a tar and gravel roof on a residential building.
Roofing
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.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 15 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
San Pablo, CA • 94806
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Sun exposure
87/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.1 hrs
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JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1238 Frances Rd
$547,745
$2,745 over list price of $545K
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