$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
  • Chain Of Lake Views
  • 0.4 Acre Lot
  • Lincoln Elementary School Rated 9+
  • 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

Corcoran Icon Properties

Last Buyer's Agent

Stacy Lynch

RE/MAX Gold License #01847706

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,207

Year Built

  • Built in 1965

HOA Fees

  • $485 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Electric Vehicle Home Charger
  • Guest Parking
  • Assigned Parking

Property Views

  • Chain Of Lake
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Midcentury Modern Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Laminate Flooring

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1077451

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
  • Adams Point Subdivision

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

  • Year Built: 1965
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4
  • Subdivision Name: ADAMS POINT
  • Directions: Grand Ave. > Lee St.
  • Architectural Style: Mid Century Modern
  • Building Name: Vanburen Tower
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Other, One
  • New Construction: No
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 1
  • Door Features: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Breakfast Bar, Stone Counters, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Window Features: Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Other
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • View: City Lights, Downtown, Lake, Water, City, Park
  • View: Yes
  • Construction Type: Concrete, Steel
  • Exterior Features: Unit Faces Street, No Yard
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Assigned, Space Per Unit - 1, Guest, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s)

Utilities

  • Heating: Electric
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available
  • Cooling: None
  • Laundry Features: Community Facility
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Amenities: Gated, Guest Parking, Laundry
  • Association Fee: 485
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: VAN BUREN TOWER
  • Phone: 800-341-8940
  • Association: Yes
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 17192
  • Parcel Number: 1077451
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

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
$444,981

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

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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
Open $443,290 New Conventional
Closed $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
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