NOT LISTED FOR SALE

The Essex on Lake Merritt 1 Lakeside Dr Unit 821 Oakland, CA 94612

Lakeside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $648,000 - $716,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,349 Sq Ft
0.99 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: January 27, 2026

Last sale price $675,000 $500 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $5,909 / mo

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fitness Center
  • Clubhouse
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Community Pool
  • Zero Lot Line

About This Home

As of January 2026

Spacious corner unit with 270 lake and city views! This rare 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo at The Essex offers 1,349 sq ft of elevated living with breathtaking views of Lake Merritt, the Oakland skyline, and hills from every room—including a large bonus area ideal for dining, a home office, or reading nook. This light-filled home features plush carpet flooring, 9-foot ceilings, expansive windows, and an open-concept great room and kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with newer appliances, including a stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave oven, and heaters for year-round comfort. The spacious primary suite includes a luxurious bathroom with a view. Enjoy 2 indoor parking spaces and access to resort-style amenities: lap pool, spa, fitness center, business center, clubhouse, and 24-hour concierge/security. Just steps from Lake Merritt and close to BART, Grand Lake, Uptown, and Downtown dining and shopping.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dawn Tse

BDT Realty License #01047310 Listed on: 01/09/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Janette Licata

Corcoran Icon Properties License #01379109

Corcoran Icon Properties

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Year Built

  • Built in 2001

Lot Details

  • 0.99

HOA Fees

  • $1,072 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 3-Story Property
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Zero Lot Line
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 870021

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common hot water, exterior maintenance, management fee, security/gate fee, trash, water/sewer, insurance, ground maintenance
  • Association Phone (510) 267-0791
  • Lake Merrit Subdivision

Amenities

  • Clubhouse

Recreation

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Year Built

Built in 2001

Lot Details

0.99 Acres

HOA Fees

$1,072 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 2001
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Lake Merrit
  • Directions: 17th street
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three or More Stories
  • New Construction: No
  • Skirt: Concrete
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Room Kitchen Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Unknown
  • Lot Features: Zero Lot Line
  • Pool Features: Electric Heat, Community
  • Pool Private: No
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • Cooling: No Air Conditioning
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Electric, Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Pool
  • Association Fee: 1072
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: NONE
  • Phone: 510-267-0791
  • Association: Yes

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Area Maint, Common Hot Water, Exterior Maintenance, Management Fee, Security/Gate Fee, Trash, Water/Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 42966
  • Parcel Number: 870021

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2026
Closed on
Jan 23, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Dawn Tse
BDT Realty
Buyer's Agent
Janette Licata
Corcoran Icon Properties
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$675,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,000
-3.43%
Views
12
Current Estimated Value
$680,015

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,015
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 18, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 6, 2012
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 29, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2007
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 12, 2004
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
$510,827
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$675,000 First American Title
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-- None Available
$449,000 First American Title Company
-- None Available
-- None Available
-- None Available
$639,000 North American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $510,827
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/27/2026 01/27/26 Sold $675,000 -3.4% $500 / Sq Ft
01/20/2026 01/20/26 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2026 01/09/26 For Sale $699,000 -- $518 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

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 $14,054 $563,687 $169,106 $394,581
2024 $14,054 $552,638 $165,791 $386,847
2023 $9,182 $541,804 $162,541 $379,263
2022 $8,932 $531,181 $159,354 $371,827
2021 $8,522 $520,768 $156,230 $364,538
2020 $8,429 $515,433 $154,630 $360,803
2019 $8,100 $505,330 $151,599 $353,731
2018 $7,933 $495,425 $148,627 $346,798
2017 $7,625 $485,713 $145,714 $339,999
2016 $7,363 $476,190 $142,857 $333,333
2015 $7,325 $469,040 $140,712 $328,328
2014 $7,407 $459,853 $137,956 $321,897
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2026

    Dawn Tse

    BDT Realty

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  • Janette Licata

    Buyer's Agent in 2026

    Janette Licata

    Corcoran Icon Properties

    (925) 998-1069

    13 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Janette Licata
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About The Essex on Lake Merritt

Map

Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41119428

Bay East Association of REALTORS®

APN: 008-0700-021-00

California Alameda County Oakland 94612 Lakeside

1 Lakeside Dr Unit 821, Oakland, CA

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