$457,000
SOLD JAN 9, 2025
1 Bed
1 Bath
731 Sq Ft
$485/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$625 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

55 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Gated Community
  • Lake View
  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated 10
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

About This Home

As of January 2025

On the 3rd floor of the prestigious, mid-century, Van Buren Tower -- in the highly desirable Adams Point neighborhood of Oakland - is this light, bright, sophisticated view condo. A block from Lake Merritt, this elegantly renovated unit boasts peaceful lake, downtown, and rooftop views from its private balcony. Floor-to-ceiling windows enhance the living experience in one of the city’s most walkable areas. With beautiful high-grade laminate flooring throughout, the living spaces flow effortlessly together. The open kitchen features a breakfast bar, stylish granite counters and cabinetry, new chrome fixtures and stainless appliances, and ample cabinet space — making it ideal for chefs of any skill level to entertain. The spacious bedroom includes a large closet and balcony access, perfect for a quiet read or relaxing moments. A sizable, refined bath features granite counters, updated fixtures, a separate vanity, and a large closet to stow all your bath needs. The Van Buren Tower is a responsibly managed and well maintained community. It's pet-friendly, bike-friendly, and offers an EV charging option, too. The location is simply unbeatable. Discover the vibrant local restaurants, bars, and cafes while enjoying the outdoors and easy commutes.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Martin Kojnok

Corcoran Icon Properties License #01941661 Listed on: 10/16/2024

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,207

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

HOA Fees

  • $485 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space Included
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Lake

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Steel Beams
  • Concrete Block And Stucco Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 731 Sq Ft Home
  • Window Treatments
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Mirrored Closets Doors
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Bathtub and Shower Combination in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating Available
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common area maintenance, common hot water, exterior maintenance, management fee, reserves, trash, water/sewer, insurance, ground maintenance
  • 68 Units
  • Van Buren Tower Association, Phone Number (800) 341-8940
  • Vanburen Tower Community
  • Adams Point Subdivision
  • Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Additional Features

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Gated Community

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,207

Year Built

Built in 1965

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$485 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Lot Features: Other
  • LotSizeAcres: 0.4
  • View: City Lights, Downtown, Lake, Water, City
  • Has View?: Yes
  • Association Amenities: Gated, Guest Parking, Laundry
  • Association Fees: 485
  • Association Fee Inclusions: Common Area Maint, Common Hot Water, Exterior Maintenance, Management Fee, Reserves, Trash, Water/Sewer, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
  • Association Phone #: 800-341-8940
  • Has HOA?: Yes
  • Co List Office Mls Id: OBEL
  • Special Conditions: Standard
  • Subdivision Name: ADAMS POINT
  • Directions: Grand Ave. > Lee St.
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • BuildingName: Vanburen Tower
  • Has Cooling?: No
  • Has Fireplace?: No
  • Living Area: 731
  • Is New Construction?: No
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Primary Bath Includes:: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths, Closet, Granite

Exterior Features

  • Pool Features: None
  • Has Private Pool?: No
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Steel
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Street, No Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Has Carport?: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Has Attached Garage?: Yes
  • Parking Features: Space Per Unit - 1, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Electric
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: VAN BUREN TOWER

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17192

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 68

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2015
Sold by
Paul Elizabeth J
Bought by
Paul Susan
Current Estimated Value
$461,347

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 10, 2011
Sold by
Jung Thomas
Bought by
Jung Joan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2011
Sold by
Jung Joan and Chang Joyce
Bought by
Paul Elizabeth J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2010
Sold by
Jung Joan
Bought by
Jung Joan and Chang Joyce

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2000
Sold by
Ching Josephine M
Bought by
Ching Josephine M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $215,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $443,290 New Conventional
Previous Owner $105,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/09/2025 01/09/25 Sold $457,000 -6.5% $625 / Sq Ft
12/10/2024 12/10/24 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2024 10/16/24 For Sale $489,000 -- $669 / Sq Ft
Source: bridgeMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

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 $5,207 $275,435 $82,630 $192,805
2024 $5,207 $270,037 $81,011 $189,026
2023 $5,386 $264,744 $79,423 $185,321
2022 $5,197 $259,554 $77,866 $181,688
2021 $4,868 $254,464 $76,339 $178,125
2020 $4,814 $251,857 $75,557 $176,300
2019 $4,569 $246,920 $74,076 $172,844
2018 $4,477 $242,080 $72,624 $169,456
2017 $4,281 $237,335 $71,200 $166,135
2016 $4,080 $232,683 $69,805 $162,878
2015 $4,056 $229,190 $68,757 $160,433
2014 $4,032 $224,700 $67,410 $157,290
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41076589

bridgeMLS

APN: 010-0774-051-00