Seller's Agent in 2020
Chimene Pollard
Red Oak Realty
(510) 846-3601
74 Total Sales
The Essex on Lake Merritt 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 1709 Oakland, CA 94612
Lakeside NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $426,000 - $739,000
1
Bed
1
Bath
835
Sq Ft
0.99
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Fitness Center
- In Ground Pool
- Wood Flooring
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated 9+
- Contemporary Architecture
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of November 2020Luxurious lakeside living is what The Essex is all about, and this elegant unit is well appointed for effortless living. Wall to wall windows greets you as you enter and brings in the natural light and fantastic views of Downtown and Lake Merritt. The open kitchen concept has a lovely breakfast bar, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. An adjacent built-in office area with custom bookshelves opens out onto the open dining & living room with private balcony. A spacious bedroom has custom shelving and a walk-in closet that was upgraded with an organization/storage system. There is also an in-unit laundry closet, a large bathroom, and a deeded parking space in the gated parking garage. The building’s amenities are outstanding with 24-hour concierge, fitness center, resort-style outdoor pool, community lounge, and business center. All centrally located with quick access to Downtown, Uptown, and Lake Merritt BART.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Red Oak Realty License #01808145 Listed on: 09/16/2020
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Year Built
- Built in 2001
Lot Details
- 0.99
HOA Fees
- $706 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Entry on the 17th floor
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Laundry closet
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Dishwasher
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Pool
- In Ground Pool
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Wall Furnace
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 87089
Community Details
Overview
- 270 Units
- The Essex On Lake Merritt Association, Phone Number (510) 267-0790
- Lake Merritt Subdivision
Recreation
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 16, 2020
Closed on
Nov 16, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Chimene Pollard
Red Oak Realty
Buyer's Agent
Gail Skittone
Compass SF
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$690,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-1.29%
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$165,827
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.80%
Original Mortgage
$393,000
Outstanding Balance
$349,714
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$174,459
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 2016
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 9, 2005
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$405,600
Interest Rate
5.72%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $690,000 | Chicago Title Company | ||
| $692,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $507,000 | North American Title Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $393,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $405,600 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $690,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/18/2020 11/18/20 | Sold | $690,000 | -1.3% | $826 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2020 10/21/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/16/2020 09/16/20 | For Sale | $699,000 | -- | $837 / Sq Ft |
Source: bridgeMLS
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,030 | $600,000 | $180,000 | $420,000 |
| 2024 | $11,030 | $600,000 | $180,000 | $420,000 |
| 2023 | $11,602 | $717,875 | $215,362 | $502,513 |
| 2022 | $11,313 | $703,800 | $211,140 | $492,660 |
| 2021 | $10,851 | $690,000 | $207,000 | $483,000 |
| 2020 | $11,545 | $749,034 | $224,710 | $524,324 |
| 2019 | $11,143 | $734,350 | $220,305 | $514,045 |
| 2018 | $10,910 | $719,956 | $215,987 | $503,969 |
| 2017 | $10,503 | $705,840 | $211,752 | $494,088 |
| 2016 | $8,269 | $550,000 | $165,000 | $385,000 |
| 2015 | $6,973 | $450,000 | $135,000 | $315,000 |
| 2014 | $6,277 | $388,000 | $116,400 | $271,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Chimene Pollard
-
Gail Skittone
G
Buyer's Agent in 2020
Gail Skittone
Compass SF
(415) 425-8775
27 Total Sales
About The Essex on Lake Merritt
Map
Source: bridgeMLS
MLS Number: 40920428
APN: 008-0708-009-00
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