
The Van Buren Tower 320 Lee St Unit 503 Oakland, CA 94610
Adams Point NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,718/month
Highlights
- Gated Community
- Updated Kitchen
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
- Lincoln Elementary School Rated 9+
- 17,192 Sq Ft lot
- View of Hills
About This Home
Stylish mid-century living in the heart of Adams Point! Unit 503 in the coveted Van Buren Tower offers a rare blend of timeless design and thoughtful updates, just blocks from Lake Merritt. This light-filled 1BD/1BA condo features white-oak parquet flooring throughout, floor-to-ceiling windows, and peaceful views of the Oakland/Berkeley Hills. The kitchen boasts new stainless steel appliances, warm butcher block counters, a breakfast bar, and generous cabinetry — perfect for everyday cooking or entertaining. The spacious bedroom includes upgraded closet doors and private balcony access, ideal for morning coffee or evening unwinding. Enjoy modern conveniences like coded elevator access, gated garage parking, EV charging, app-enabled laundry, locked storage, and secure bike parking. Pet-friendly, too! Just minutes from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Grand Lake Kitchen, Lake Chalet, the farmers market, and local transit options including BART and Transbay buses. A true gem in one of Oakland’s most walkable, connected, and vibrant neighborhoods. Open Saturday and Sunday 2:00 - 4:30pm!
Property Details
Home Type
- Condominium
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,072
Year Built
- Built in 1965
HOA Fees
- $588 Monthly HOA Fees
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Tuck Under Parking
- Converted Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Secured Garage or Parking
- Assigned Parking
Home Design
- Midcentury Modern Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Views of Hills
Kitchen
- Updated Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Electric Cooktop
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Bedroom
- 1 Full Bathroom
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Heating Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1077465
Community Details
Overview
- Association fees include common area maintenance, common hot water, exterior maintenance, hazard insurance, management fee, reserves, trash, water/sewer, insurance, ground maintenance
- Van Buren Tower Association, Phone Number (800) 341-8940
- Adams Point Subdivision, Mid Century Floorplan
Pet Policy
- Limit on the number of pets
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
Additional Features
- Coin Laundry
- Gated Community
Map
About The Van Buren Tower
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,072 | $576,660 | $175,098 | $408,562 |
2023 | $9,509 | $572,220 | $171,666 | $400,554 |
2022 | $9,252 | $554,000 | $168,300 | $392,700 |
2021 | $3,536 | $157,514 | $49,354 | $115,160 |
2020 | $3,494 | $162,828 | $48,848 | $113,980 |
2019 | $3,278 | $159,637 | $47,891 | $111,746 |
2018 | $3,211 | $156,507 | $46,952 | $109,555 |
2017 | $3,056 | $153,440 | $46,032 | $107,408 |
2016 | $2,874 | $150,431 | $45,129 | $105,302 |
2015 | $2,854 | $148,173 | $44,452 | $103,721 |
2014 | $2,790 | $145,271 | $43,581 | $101,690 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/17/2025 07/17/25 | For Sale | $429,000 | -22.0% | $627 / Sq Ft |
02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $550,000 | -- | -- |
02/02/2021 02/02/21 | Sold | $550,000 | +10.4% | $804 / Sq Ft |
01/19/2021 01/19/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
01/12/2021 01/12/21 | For Sale | $498,000 | -- | $728 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $550,000 | Chicago Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Chicago Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $139,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $360,000 | First American Title Co | |
Grant Deed | $205,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Previous Owner | $144,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
Previous Owner | $49,500 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $162,000 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $164,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
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