Presented by Diana Yonkouski, Broker: Bay Area Properties

Sweet Farmhouse Plus Studio on nearly 1/4 Acre
Paradise Found
Bay Views*Orchard*Garden

$650,000 USD

Live Here! A Hidden East Bay Garden Retreat with Bay Views

And Keep the Entire BAY AREA Within Reach
A rare East Bay offering where Bay views, gardens, pasture/mini-orchard
come together on nearly 1/4 acre for an exceptional indoor-outdoor living experience

With mostly one-level living, the simple mid-century farmhouse invites light and the outside in through the big picture windows found throughout. Enter into a nice sized living room via a sweet front garden with many mature succulents, and a variety of other plants. Note the large, prolific lemon tree at the north west corner!

Beyond the living room is one full bedroom and bath with bay views and overlooking the back garden. There are another two bedrooms with full bath on the other side (we could call it a wing, but that seems pretentious) of the house - utilizing a great separation of space. A barn door allows for a multitude of uses of the two rooms...the wall could also again be rebuilt if more privacy between the rooms is wanted.

The kitchen perfectly opens to the dining area, which has sliding glass doors for accessing the large deck overlooking a lush, well established hummingbird garden and views of the bay - a stunning natural setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining and entertaining or relaxing while enjoying sunsets. In addition to the hummingbird feeding flowering plants, the garden also has been annually planted with New Zealand spinach, asparagus, tomatoes, rosemary, zucchini, string beans, kale, basil, oregano and mint.

Meander across the deck to access the separate 277± SF studio space and adjacent full bath (124± SF-mechanic room incl). The unique studio, formerly the horse barn & chicken coop with pasture, has its own entry patio and large picture windows, all providing extensive bay views. It was plumbed for a sink when reconditioned for human use. The waste "grey" water (sink & shower) from the exterior bath has been plumbed to use in the garden with the easy switch of a valve (permits were not obtained when upgrading this space). A sliding glass door in the studio opens to a peaceful slate patio set at the edge of the mini-orchard. Fruit trees on the property include: 3 apple (one in much better condition then the other two), a persimmons (almost ready for harvesting), avocado,  lemon, pineapple guava, and 2 loquats: mostly all fruit bearing (although some healthier producers than others).

These are all incredibly peaceful, beautiful spaces to enjoy indoor/outdoor living and gardening.

This little-known, hidden gem location is exceptional for those who value both nature and connectivity. Just two blocks from an entrance to historic Alvarado Park, residents can step from the neighborhood into the Wildcat Canyon Regional Park trail system (~2,789 acres of trails) for morning walks, weekend hikes and miles of open space. Enjoy convenient access to Berkeley, El Cerrito, Richmond and Oakland, with the greater Bay Area: Orinda, Walnut Creek, San Francisco, Marin and wine country also within easy reach.  

This is a truly special property for those who value nature, views, privacy and the ability to live, work and create in their own garden sanctuary while staying connected to urban lifestyle in the Bay Area. Come take a look for yourself!

AT A GLANCE
Property Details

Neighborhood San Pablo Hill: ~1/2 mile From 80
Year Built 1950
Bedrooms - main house 3
Bathrooms - main house 2
Separate studio Rough Plumb
3rd full bathroom Serves Studio & Deck
Lot Size 10,450 sq ft - nearly 1/4 ACRE
City NONE-Unincorporated Contra Costa County

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~10,450 sq ft of property to enjoy
Nearly 1/4 acre!

San Pablo Mailing Address
In the Unincorporated Area of Contra Costa
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Plot Map by Chicago Title Company

Explore the Neighborhood

Nature at Your Doorstep: The Bay Area at Your Fingertips
A Rare East Bay Combination
The location gives you something increasingly difficult to find:
A private garden and orchard at home.
Bay views from your own property.
A hummingbird garden outside your door.
A studio tucked into the landscape.
A major regional park two blocks away.
And the restaurants, culture, transportation and energy of the greater East Bay within easy reach.

You can walk into the canyon in the morning, work in your studio in the afternoon, dine on your deck overlooking the garden in the evening—and still have Berkeley, Oakland, San Francisco, Marin and wine country waiting just beyond your neighborhood.

6120 N Arlington Boulevard has a San Pablo mailing address, but is in the Unincorporated area of San Pablo/Contra Costa County.  It sits in West Contra Costa County, right off I-80 (~1/2 mile from the exit!) and just minutes from Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.  Big advantages: affordable housing, open spaces, a central location, and easy access to BART, Amtrak, AC Transit, and major airports.

Bordered by Richmond, Pinole, El Cerrito, El Sobrante and Hercules, San Pablo covers just three square miles but is packed with history, culture, and opportunity. Once one of the oldest Spanish settlements in the area, it’s now home to around 30,000 residents and continues to grow as both a residential and business hub.

Where can I shop? Get coffee?
Three shopping areas with coffee are within 1 mile (Walking distance!!) of the property. There is a change of altitude, but it's not steep. What if I want a quick bite to eat? Lots of super local (not fancy) food stops close by: on San Pablo Dam Road, on San Pablo Road or within the shopping centers. Want more options? Berkeley, Point Richmond, El Cerrito & Oakland are all a short drive.

Your Daily Walk Can Feel Like a Getaway
Just two blocks away is historic Alvarado Park, the northern gateway to the vast Wildcat Canyon Regional Park system. This isn’t simply a small neighborhood green space. At Alvarado Park, historic stonework, mature trees and Wildcat Creek create a remarkably peaceful entrance to the canyon. The park’s Depression-era stone architecture—including its distinctive stone bridge and walls—is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Wildcat Canyon (entry ~3 blocks from the property) encompasses approximately 2,789 acres and 25 miles of trails, following Wildcat Creek through wooded areas and open hillsides and extending south toward the Berkeley Hills and Tilden. The trail network offers everything from easy creekside walks to more challenging climbs and ridge hikes, with expansive views across the Bay and surrounding hills. (East Bay Regional Park District⁠)

Locals also enjoy spots like Contra Costa College, well-kept parks and coastline, and a wide range of shops and restaurants.

Transportation: With strong transportation links—including direct routes to Sacramento and nearby ports in Richmond and Oakland—it’s a smart choice for commuters and families alike. Del Norte BART station is a favorite BART station, Orinda BART is also available (with a beautiful drive on San Pablo Dam Road).

You can truly put down roots without giving up access to everything the Bay Area has to offer.

According to Google Maps:

Entrance to 80 ~.5 miles
San Pablo Towne Center ~.6 miles
walk to coffee!  ~.5 miles
El Sobrante ~.5 miles
Richmond  ~1 miles
Home Depo El Cerrito ~2.6 miles
Curious Flora (formerly Annie’s Annuals-if you know, you know) ~2.9 miles
El Cerrito Del Norte BART station ~3.1 miles
Richmond Ferry Terminal to SF ~4 miles
Point Richmond ~4 miles
San Rafael Bridge ~4.8 miles
Berkeley Downtown ~6.5 miles
Orinda ~9 scenic miles on San Pablo Dam Road
Bay Bridge ~11 miles
Downtown Oakland ~11 miles
Oakland Airport ~17 miles

Diana Yonkouski

Broker/Owner of Bay Area Properties

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#01034286
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510.368.1440
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510.597.0292

www.baproperties.com

35+ Years of Exceptional Client Representation/Boutique Real Estate Agency Owner

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Oct 8

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Oct 11

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