NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $1,093,000 - $1,164,320

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,251 Sq Ft
$899/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 09, 2024

Last sale price $1,150,000 $919 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,511/month

52 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Updated Kitchen
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of December 2024

PRICED TRANSPARENTLY. Welcome to 809 Walavista Avenue, a thoughtfully updated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow in Oakland’s sought-after Lakeshore neighborhood. This home offers a wonderful blend of classic design and contemporary upgrades for comfortable living. The living room is bright and welcoming, featuring hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace, ideal for relaxing. The formal dining room offers flexibility for entertaining, and the updated kitchen includes modern appliances and a charming breakfast nook that looks out over the peaceful backyard. Recent updates to the home include a solar array and an energy-efficient HVAC heat pump system, providing year-round comfort and sustainability. On the lower level, you’ll find a dedicated laundry room along with a versatile bonus room that can be used as a home gym or art studio. The private backyard is perfect for outdoor dining or quite contemplation, while the attached garage offers additional storage. Situated nearby lively shops, cafes, and restaurants of Lakeshore Avenue, and close to Lake Merritt, this home is in a great location. Easy access to freeways and public transportation makes commuting simple. This updated bungalow is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy modern living in one of Oakland’s most desirable neighborhoods.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Megan Micco

COMPASS License #01930373 Listed on: 10/04/2024

COMPASS

Last Buyer's Agent

Alexis Thompson

Village Associates Real Estate License #01849227

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1922

Lot Details

  • 2,800 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Lot Sloped Up
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Utility Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heat Pump System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Bridge Aor Association
  • Lake Shore Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1186553

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1922

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1922
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Subdivision Name: Lake Shore
  • Directions: E on Lakeshore, S on Walavista
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Amenities: Dining Area, Formal Dining Room, Kitchen/Family Combo, Utility Room, Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Pantry, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced, Partial, Wood
  • Lot Features: Regular, Sloped Up, Front Yard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Stucco
  • Exterior Features: Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Heat Pump-Air
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: In Basement, Laundry Room
  • Security: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Sewer: Public Sewer

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Name: Bridge AOR
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2800
  • Parcel Number: 1186553
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2024
Closed on
Nov 28, 2024
Sold by
Brie Family Trust and Bering-Strain Daniel R
Bought by
Ward Bret Richard
Seller's Agent
Megan Micco
COMPASS
Buyer's Agent
Alexis Thompson
Village Associates Real Estate
List Price
$995,000
Sold Price
$1,150,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
15.58%
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$1,138,116

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$11,884
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.00%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2023
Sold by
Bering-Strain Robert and Bering-Strain Daniel R
Bought by
Brie Family Trust

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2020
Closed on
Nov 3, 2020
Sold by
Pankey Christopher Scott and Hiraoka Trudy
Bought by
Strain Robert Marshall and Bering Daniel Richardson
Seller's Agent
David Higgins
Cush Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Megan Micco
List Price
$989,000
Sold Price
$1,304,400
Premium/Discount to List
$315,400
31.89%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.82%
Original Mortgage
$1,043,520
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 2013
Sold by
Pankey Christopher S and Hiraoka Trudy A
Bought by
Pankey Christopher S and Hiraoka Trudy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$225,000
Interest Rate
4.28%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2005
Sold by
Pankey Christopher Scott and Hiraoka Trudy A
Bought by
Pankey Christopher Scott and Hiraoka Trudy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
5.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ward Bret Richard $1,150,000 Old Republic Title Company
Brie Family Trust -- None Listed On Document
Strain Robert Marshall $1,304,500 Old Republic Title Company
Pankey Christopher S -- Old Republic Title Company
Pankey Christopher Scott -- Alliance Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Strain Robert Marshall $1,043,520
Previous Owner Pankey Christopher S $225,000
Previous Owner Pankey Christopher Scott $270,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,150,000 -- --
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $1,304,400 -- --
12/09/2024 12/09/24 Sold $1,150,000 0.0% $919 / Sq Ft
11/25/2024 11/25/24 Pending -- -- --
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Price Changed $1,150,000 +28.5% $919 / Sq Ft
10/22/2024 10/22/24 Price Changed $895,000 -10.1% $715 / Sq Ft
10/04/2024 10/04/24 For Sale $995,000 -23.7% $795 / Sq Ft
11/17/2020 11/17/20 Sold $1,304,400 +31.9% $1,043 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/22/2020 10/22/20 Pending -- -- --
10/09/2020 10/09/20 For Sale $989,000 -- $791 / 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
2025 $19,206 $1,143,000 $345,000 $805,000
2024 $19,206 $1,377,228 $415,268 $968,960
2023 $20,324 $1,357,097 $407,129 $949,968
2022 $19,893 $1,323,487 $399,146 $931,341
2021 $19,244 $1,297,400 $391,320 $913,080
2020 $5,206 $301,691 $218,503 $83,188
2019 $4,946 $295,776 $214,219 $81,557
2018 $4,839 $289,978 $210,020 $79,958
2017 $4,624 $284,292 $205,902 $78,390
2016 $4,531 $278,719 $201,865 $76,854
2015 $4,623 $274,532 $198,833 $75,699
2014 $4,614 $269,156 $194,939 $74,217
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: bridgeMLS

MLS Number: 41075379

bridgeMLS

APN: 011-0865-053-00