Seller's Agent in 2026
Herb Alston
Coldwell Banker Realty
(415) 341-8881
1 in this area
27 Total Sales
1414 12th St Oakland, CA 94607
West Oakland Neighborhood
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,779
Sq Ft
2,640
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- View of Hills
- Victorian Architecture
- Tankless Water Heater
- Wood Flooring
- Attached Garage
- 2-minute walk to Cypress Freeway Memorial Park
About This Home
As of June 2026There are homes that witness history, and then there are homes that survive it, waiting patiently for the day someone decides they're worth saving. If you've ever said, I want a home with character,'' congratulations, this one has been building it since the 1850s. This circa-1850s Victorian in West Oakland has been brought back with uncommon care. Once in visible disrepair, it has been meticulously renovated, updated, and restored by its current owner - honoring the craftsmanship of another century while rebuilding the home for the realities of this one. The result is both timeless and surprisingly modern: new walls, upgraded insulation, and double-pane windows that create an interior that is unexpectedly quiet and comfortable. The home is now a two-unit residence (duplex) - a configuration that speaks to the way people live today. The upper unit offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, complemented by a fourth room behind French doors for a private office, library or studio, a flexible space that makes the home feel larger and more livable. With 11+ foot ceilings and generous light, the rooms carry the scale of the Victorian era while meeting modern needs. The lower unit is a legal 2-bedroom/1-bath ADU, thoughtfully finished and well-scaled. Ideal for multi-generational living, long-term guests, or income that supports ownership. Outside, the backyard becomes its own small retreat: a stone patio off the lower level, an upper deck above, and a garden space ready for your next chapter. Enjoy more planting, more entertaining, more life. And at street level, a rare urban asset anchors it all: a tall, oversized garage with room for multiple vehicles, storage, and the height to accommodate larger trucks (yes, the F-150 should fit). Just north of Mandela Parkway, born from Oakland's post-earthquake reinventionthis home stands as a reminder that restoration isn't just about materials. It's about believing that what came before can still be beautiful, useful, and worth passing forward.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #DRE #01326246 Listed on: 02/28/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Joanna Hirsch
Vanguard Properties License #01274581
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1910 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 2,640 Sq Ft Lot
- Security Fence
Home Design
- Duplex
- Victorian Architecture
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,779 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Flooring
- Views of Hills
- Security Lights
- Disposal
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Eco-Friendly Details
- ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Utilities
- Heat Pump System
- Natural Gas Connected
- Tankless Water Heater
Community Details
- 2 Units
- Coin Laundry
- 2 Vacant Units
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 2017
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
$85,000
Interest Rate
0.0389%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 6, 2000
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
$1,000
Interest Rate
0.0768%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 5, 2000
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
$1,000
Interest Rate
0.0768%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 30, 1995
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 19, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,050,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $260,000 | North American Title Co Inc | |
| Grant Deed | $76,000 | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Fidelity National Title Ins | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $892,500 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $700,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $85,000 | Seller Take Back | |
| Previous Owner | $56,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 06/02/26 | Sold | $1,050,000 | +10.5% | $590 / Sq Ft |
| 05/08/2026 05/08/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/28/2026 02/28/26 | For Sale | $950,000 | -- | $534 / Sq Ft |
Source: San Francisco 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 | $9,273 | $564,313 | $284,452 | $279,861 |
| 2024 | $8,888 | $553,251 | $278,875 | $274,376 |
| 2023 | $9,289 | $542,403 | $273,407 | $268,996 |
| 2022 | $6,636 | $360,768 | $268,047 | $92,721 |
| 2021 | $5,893 | $325,803 | $262,792 | $63,011 |
| 2020 | $5,114 | $270,504 | $260,100 | $10,404 |
| 2019 | $4,863 | $265,200 | $255,000 | $10,200 |
| 2018 | $4,765 | $260,000 | $250,000 | $10,000 |
| 2017 | $2,482 | $100,645 | $29,134 | $71,511 |
| 2016 | $2,313 | $98,672 | $28,563 | $70,109 |
| 2015 | $2,773 | $97,190 | $28,134 | $69,056 |
| 2014 | $3,677 | $95,285 | $27,582 | $67,703 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Herb Alston
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Joanna Hirsch
Vanguard Properties
Map
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 426107836
APN: 004-0061-007-00
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