5229 Macarthur Blvd Oakland, CA 94619
Maxwell Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,625/month
About This Lot
Rare Oakland infill development opportunity directly across from Mills College at Northeastern University in the highly desirable Millsmont neighborhood. This property offers a compelling opportunity for investors, builders, LLCs, and developers seeking to create a long-term income-producing asset in one of the Bay Area’s supply-constrained housing markets. With potential for a duplex or custom residential development (buyer to verify), the property is strategically positioned near a built-in rental demand driver: • University faculty and staff • Graduate students, • Third and fourth year students approved for off-campus living, • East Bay commuters seeking convenient freeway access. The location offers: • Immediate proximity to campus • Quick access to I-580 and regional transportation • Close proximity to BART and AC Transit • Minutes to downtown Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco access points • Nearby parks, hiking trails, recreation, shopping, and dining Build-to-rent opportunities for developable land in established Oakland neighborhoods are becoming increasingly rare. For investors focused on long-term appreciation, rental income, and strategic location fundamentals, this property checks all the boxes.
Property Details
Property Type
- Land
Lot Details
- 5,310 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Sloped Up
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Melrose Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 36250393
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $13,470 | $400,000 | $120,000 | $280,000 |
| 2025 | $8,156 | $437,452 | $437,452 | |
| 2024 | $8,156 | $30,737 | $30,737 | |
| 2023 | $8,127 | $30,135 | $30,135 | $0 |
| 2022 | $7,986 | $29,544 | $29,544 | $0 |
| 2021 | $1,726 | $28,965 | $28,965 | $0 |
| 2020 | $1,701 | $28,668 | $28,668 | $0 |
| 2019 | $1,526 | $28,106 | $28,106 | $0 |
| 2018 | $1,494 | $27,555 | $27,555 | $0 |
| 2017 | $1,391 | $27,015 | $27,015 | $0 |
| 2016 | $1,239 | $26,485 | $26,485 | $0 |
| 2015 | $1,224 | $26,087 | $26,087 | $0 |
| 2014 | $1,062 | $25,576 | $25,576 | $0 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | For Sale | $250,000 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trustee Deed | $67,596 | -- |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41135214
APN: 036-2503-093-00
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