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Listed by Hedi Kennerknecht • Legacy Real Estate & Assoc.
$688,888
Est. payment /mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,402 SqFt
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Key Details
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached
Listing Status Active
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 1,402 sqft
Price per Sqft $491
Subdivision Downtown
MLS Listing ID 41132052
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 1
HOA Y/N No
Year Built 1903
Lot Size 2,500 Sqft
Property Sub-Type Detached
Source BAY EAST
Property Description
Tucked into a prime Oakland location just moments from Chinatown, Laney College, BART, and the vibrant shores of Lake Merritt, this property offers a rare opportunity to reimagine and rebuild in the heart of it all. Set on a generous footprint, the home is ready for transformation—an ideal canvas for investors, builders, or buyers with vision. The existing structure requires significant renovation, but the upside is undeniable. With a clean slate to work from, you can design and customize every detail to suit modern living or maximize income potential. The lower level is particularly compelling, offering ample space for the creation of a possible separate unit—perfect for rental income, extended family, or a flexible live/work setup. An existing bathroom on the lower level provides a valuable head start, with the ability to connect to a newly installed sewer line, streamlining future development plans. Whether you're looking to restore, expand, or completely reimagine, the groundwork is here for something special. All of this in a highly connected location, where dining, transit, education, and recreation are just minutes away. This is more than a fixer—it's an opportunity to create lasting value in one of Oakland's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Location
State CA
County Alameda
Interior
Heating Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling None
Flooring Hardwood, Linoleum
Fireplaces Type None
Fireplace No
Appliance Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Dryer, In Basement, Washer
Exterior
Garage Spaces 1.0
Pool None
Private Pool false
Building
Lot Description Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
Story 2
Architectural Style Victorian
Others
Special Listing Condition Standard
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