Seller's Agent in 2023
Dan Walner
Compass
(510) 205-7159
3 in this area
59 Total Sales
5985 Buena Vista Ave Oakland, CA 94618
Upper Rockridge NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,684,000 - $2,136,000
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,115
Sq Ft
$624/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Bay View
- Solar Power System
- Wood Flooring
- Hillcrest Elementary School Rated A-
- Craftsman Architecture
- Stone Countertops
About This Home
As of November 2023Beautiful Brown Shingle on Buena Vista! Nestled in the coveted Upper Rockridge neighborhood, 5985 Buena Vista Avenue is a rare find – a 1916 Craftsman which has been extensively remodeled and updated throughout in a contemporary style that sensitively incorporates many of the original craftsman features and sited on a generous and wonderfully landscaped lot. Features on the main level include a spacious, updated and sun filled kitchen, elegant living and dining room spaces accentuated by original architectural details, serene front terrace, two French doors which lead to an expansive Ipe deck – a wonderful space for entertaining or relaxing! The upper level offers 4 bedrooms with views of the hills and partial bay views. The lower level has a great flexible bonus room (den/family or bedroom), a full bathroom, Ipe deck with access to rear gardens, wine storage, and a workshop area. Additional features include new roof (2022), Solar (leased), and charming front terrace area. A gardener’s paradise! Just minutes away from the College Ave shops and restaurants, BART, Lake Temescal, Montclair Village, Village Market, and freeways. Come and see 5985 Buena Vista Avenue - a home that has been loved, appreciated, updated, and meticulously maintained by its current owners for 57 years.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $23,925
Year Built
- Built in 1916
Lot Details
- 7,865 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Terraced Lot
- Garden
Property Views
- Bay
- Partial Bay or Harbor
- Hills
Home Design
- Craftsman Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Wood Shingle Exterior
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Self Contained Fireplace Unit Or Insert
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Security System Owned
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Built-In Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry closet
- Dryer
- Washer
Parking
- 1 Parking Space
- Carport
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Zoned Heating
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Contra Costa Association
- Upper Rockridge Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 48A710313
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 27, 2023
Closed on
Oct 24, 2023
Sold by
Thomas And Margaret Cooke Living Trust
Bought by
Massenkoff Maxim and Fosslien Elisabeth
Seller's Agent
Dan Walner
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Martha Hill
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,750,000
Views
20
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$194,291
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.43%
Original Mortgage
$750,000
Outstanding Balance
$735,446
Interest Rate
7.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,208,845
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 20, 1996
Sold by
Cooke James T and Cooke Margaret B
Bought by
Cooke Thomas and Cooke Margaret
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massenkoff Maxim | $1,750,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Cooke Thomas | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Massenkoff Maxim | $750,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 02/04/25 | Off Market | $1,750,000 | -- | -- |
| 11/02/2023 11/02/23 | Sold | $1,750,000 | 0.0% | $562 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2023 10/12/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/26/2023 09/26/23 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | -- | $562 / Sq Ft |
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $23,925 | $1,778,000 | $535,500 | $1,249,500 |
| 2024 | $23,925 | $1,744,400 | $525,000 | $1,225,000 |
| 2023 | $3,251 | $106,717 | $51,010 | $55,707 |
| 2022 | $3,194 | $97,625 | $50,010 | $54,615 |
| 2021 | $3,000 | $95,574 | $49,030 | $53,544 |
| 2020 | $2,988 | $101,522 | $48,527 | $52,995 |
| 2019 | $2,785 | $99,532 | $47,576 | $51,956 |
| 2018 | $2,739 | $97,581 | $46,643 | $50,938 |
| 2017 | $2,597 | $95,667 | $45,728 | $49,939 |
| 2016 | $2,428 | $93,792 | $44,832 | $48,960 |
| 2015 | $2,406 | $92,382 | $44,158 | $48,224 |
| 2014 | $2,265 | $90,573 | $43,293 | $47,280 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Dan Walner
-
Martha Hill
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Martha Hill
Vanguard Properties
(415) 999-7973
5 in this area
27 Total Sales
Map
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 41040234
APN: 048A-7103-013-00
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