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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40924651
Nov 13, 2020
Sold
$1,030,000
$563/sq ft
Oct 16, 2020
Pending
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Oct 9, 2020
Listed
$975,000
$532/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40642827
Feb 11, 2014
Sold
$750,000
$410/sq ft
Jan 21, 2014
Pending
—
Jan 17, 2014
Listed
$720,000
$393/sq ft
+19
Beautifully remodeled 3 bedroom + office in great family neighborhood. Stunning kitchen features maple cabinets and granite counters. Remodeled master bath with Jacuzzi tub and heated floors. Too many upgrades to list here! Short walk to Canal trail & Bancroft Elementary. Open House 1-18/19- 1-4pm
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #10255199
Jun 26, 1998
Listing Removed
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May 25, 1998
Sold
$306,000
$167/sq ft
May 4, 1998
Listed
$309,000
$169/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #28255199
Jun 26, 1998
Sold
$306,000
$167/sq ft
May 25, 1998
Listing Removed
—
May 4, 1998
Listed
$309,000
$169/sq ft
SHOWINGS BEGIN AT TOUR, 5/5. SPACIOUS RANCH CLOSE IN LOCATION, WALK TO AWARD WINNING ELEM SCHOOL, SHOPS & BART. LG YD, STORAGE
Public Records
Jun 1, 1994
Sold
$267,000
$146/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 4, 1987
Sold
$185,000
$101/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,738 (+2.1%)
$772,855 + $364,345
$1,137,200
2024
$14,435 (+1.4%)
$757,701 + $357,201
$1,114,902
2023
$14,231 (+0.8%)
$742,845 + $350,198
$1,093,043
2022
$14,121 (+2.0%)
$728,280 + $343,332
$1,071,612
2021
$13,846 (+18.9%)
$714,000 + $336,600
$1,050,600
2020
$11,649 (+1.1%)
$700,000 + $330,000
$1,030,000
2019
$11,524 (+3.2%)
$560,446 + $280,221
$840,667
2018
$11,164 (+2.8%)
$549,457 + $274,727
$824,184
2017
$10,859 (+2.1%)
$528,122 + $264,060
$792,182
2016
$10,640 (+0.6%)
$528,122 + $264,060
$792,182
2015
$10,580 (+105.8%)
$517,767 + $258,883
$776,650
2014
$5,140 (+2.8%)
$201,891 + $212,040
$413,931
2013
$5,002 (+2.3%)
$201,891 + $212,040
$413,931
2012
$4,889 (+4.0%)
$200,979 + $211,082
$412,061
2011
$4,701 (+1.5%)
$197,039 + $206,944
$403,983
2010
$4,631 (−0.2%)
$193,176 + $202,887
$396,063
2009
$4,638 (+2.5%)
$191,733 + $201,371
$393,104
2008
$4,526
$192,189 + $201,850
$394,039
Tax history for 1226 Arkell Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,738 (+2.1%)
$772,855 + $364,345
$1,137,200
2024
$14,435 (+1.4%)
$757,701 + $357,201
$1,114,902
2023
$14,231 (+0.8%)
$742,845 + $350,198
$1,093,043
2022
$14,121 (+2.0%)
$728,280 + $343,332
$1,071,612
2021
$13,846 (+18.9%)
$714,000 + $336,600
$1,050,600
2020
$11,649 (+1.1%)
$700,000 + $330,000
$1,030,000
2019
$11,524 (+3.2%)
$560,446 + $280,221
$840,667
2018
$11,164 (+2.8%)
$549,457 + $274,727
$824,184
2017
$10,859 (+2.1%)
$528,122 + $264,060
$792,182
2016
$10,640 (+0.6%)
$528,122 + $264,060
$792,182
2015
$10,580 (+105.8%)
$517,767 + $258,883
$776,650
2014
$5,140 (+2.8%)
$201,891 + $212,040
$413,931
2013
$5,002 (+2.3%)
$201,891 + $212,040
$413,931
2012
$4,889 (+4.0%)
$200,979 + $211,082
$412,061
2011
$4,701 (+1.5%)
$197,039 + $206,944
$403,983
2010
$4,631 (−0.2%)
$193,176 + $202,887
$396,063
2009
$4,638 (+2.5%)
$191,733 + $201,371
$393,104
2008
$4,526
$192,189 + $201,850
$394,039
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9,975 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1984
Sq. Ft.
1,791
Year built
1964
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Contra Costa County
APN
1451420135
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R10
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single-Family Residential Zoning District is to provide for single-family residential development that is consistent with the General Plan. The intent is to promote and encourage a suitable environment for family life. This would include those conditionally permitted uses that are generally an integral part of single-family residential neighborhoods and that are compatible with residential activities including parks, playgrounds, religious assembly, day care, and schools.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Infrastructure
Jul 9, 2016 • Final
Building new construction, additions, alterations or sign
Remodel the master and hall bathrooms.
Bathroom
Remodel
Jul 9, 2016 • Final
Building new construction, additions, alterations or sign
Perform a kitchen remodel.
Kitchen
Remodel
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
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Tub with Jets, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Granite
Interior Features
Interior Features: Atrium, Dining Area, Family Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Laundry Facility, Main Entry
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.