551 53rd St Oakland, CA 94609
Shafter NeighborhoodEstimated payment $6,064/month
Highlights
- No HOA
- Fireplace
- Tile Flooring
- Oakland Technical High School Rated A
- Double Pane Windows
- 4-minute walk to Little Frog Park
About This Home
Welcome to 551 53rd St, a North Oakland remodeled duplex in the charming Temescal neighborhood. This 1912 Craftsman blends vintage charm with modern updates, just steps from Telegraph Avenue's vibrant dining, shopping and entertainment options, also close to UCSF Children's Hospital Benioff of Oakland and Frogs Park. Enjoy nearby conveniences like the new shopping center with Whole Foods, Walgreens, Peet's Coffee and Farmers Market. Benefit from easy freeway access, proximity to Rockridge BART - just 11 miles to San Francisco! The units feature abundant natural light, new paint, windows, flooring and fixtures. Kitchens boast stainless steel appliances, Quartz countertops and new soft-close cabinetry. Bathrooms offer tile floors, modern vanities and a combination tub/shower and full stall shower. Exterior highlights low maintenance landscaping, deep fenced backyard (possible ADU), off-street parking, new porch and redwood decking. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit and offset your mortgage with rental income, expand your investment portfolio, or reimagine the property to maximize value, this duplex delivers flexibility. A great opportunity for owner-occupants and investors alike!
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Year Built
- Built in 1912
Lot Details
- 4,160 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Duplex
- Frame Construction
- Composition Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- Fireplace
- Double Pane Windows
- Dishwasher
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Flooring
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
Utilities
- Floor Furnace
- Wall Furnace
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Temescal Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 14121917
Map
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,009 | $780,300 | $234,090 | $546,210 |
| 2024 | $12,009 | $765,000 | $229,500 | $535,500 |
| 2023 | $9,380 | $297,433 | $89,230 | $208,203 |
| 2022 | $6,095 | $291,601 | $87,480 | $204,121 |
| 2021 | $5,665 | $285,884 | $85,765 | $200,119 |
| 2020 | $5,599 | $282,953 | $84,886 | $198,067 |
| 2019 | $5,285 | $277,405 | $83,221 | $194,184 |
| 2018 | $5,178 | $271,967 | $81,590 | $190,377 |
| 2017 | $4,939 | $266,634 | $79,990 | $186,644 |
| 2016 | $4,726 | $261,407 | $78,422 | $182,985 |
| 2015 | $4,864 | $257,481 | $77,244 | $180,237 |
| 2014 | $4,774 | $252,438 | $75,731 | $176,707 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | For Sale | $975,000 | -- | $480 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | $750,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Grant Deed | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $400,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Bay East Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41124068
APN: 014-1219-017-00
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