840 42nd Street

Oakland, CA 94608

$699,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
1,808 Sq. Ft.
$387 / Sq. Ft.
1,808
Sq. Ft.
$387
per Sq. Ft.

Description

More than meets the eye! Huge high basement on tax records as flex space? Jadu? The modernized interior offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, mini-split air conditioning, vinyl windows and waterproof flooring throughout. 19th century details including large windows, beautiful millwork and a welcoming sun porch. On the upper level there is a newly refreshed kitchen with quartz counters, painted cabinets, and stainless appliances. Bath features a large walk-in shower, console sink, and updated lighting....More than meets the eye! Huge high basement on tax records as flex space? Jadu? The modernized interior offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, mini-split air conditioning, vinyl windows and waterproof flooring throughout. 19th century details including large windows, beautiful millwork and a welcoming sun porch. On the upper level there is a newly refreshed kitchen with quartz counters, painted cabinets, and stainless appliances. Bath features a large walk-in shower, console sink, and updated lighting. Multiple skylights and ceiling fans create a fresh, bright, happy home. Below with a separate entrance lies a large, finished basement with high ceilings and endless possibilities. There is abundant recessed lighting and big open space with a laundry room, washer/dryer, and additional storage area. Sweet fenced yard with low maintenance garden and patio area for enjoying the sun or a warm summer night. Located in the popular Longfellow neighborhood, the community enjoys an active association with social events and multiple bike lane streets. Adjacent to Temescal, it is an extremely convenient location for accessing Berkeley, downtown Oakland & San Francisco. Come see what the buzz is about at this perfect little sweet spot in Longfellow!
  1. Listed by Melody Hultgren • DRE #01379851 • Nova Real Estate
  2. Listed by Kim Cole • DRE #01024577 • KIM COLE REAL ESTATE, INC.

Property Details for 840 42nd Street

City
OAKLAND
Dist Neighborhood Subdiv
LONGFELLOW DISTRICT
Building Type
Detached
Property Sub Type
Detached
Style
Bungalow
Garage Spaces
0
Garage/Parking
Off Street Parking, Parking Area, Uncovered Parking Space
View
City Lights
LISTING UPDATED: 11/01/2024 10:59 AM

Property Details for 840 42nd Street

StatusSold
MLS #41068061
Days on Compass55
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeRESIDENTIAL / Detached
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,610 SF
CountyAlameda County

Building Information for 840 42nd Street

Stories2Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,610 SF

Property Information for 840 42nd Street

Features
Feature Details
  • Fireplaces: 0
  • FIREPLACES: None
  • Flooring: Concrete Slab, Tile, Engineered Wood
  • Garage: No
  • Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, In Laundry Room, Washer
  • Pool Type: None
  • Pool: No
Room Details
  • Rooms Total: 4
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus / Hobby Room, Basement - Finished, Basement - Full
  • Kitchen Features: Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
  • Bedrooms Count: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Count: 1.0
  • Room Additional: Basement Finished, Bonus/Plus Room
  • BATH-PRIMARY INCLUDES: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Utility Details
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central 1 Zone A/C
  • Heating: Central
  • Water/Sewer: Sewer System - Public, Water - Public
  • Solar: None
Lot / Property Details
Home Owners Association
  • HOA: No
Property Details
  • Additional Equipment: Dryer, Washer, Window Coverings, Carbon Mon Detector, See Remarks, Smoke Detector, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Builder/Architect: Victorian
  • City Transfer Tax: Yes
  • Construction Status: Existing
  • Exterior: Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Full Basement, Concrete, See Remarks
  • Level - Lower: Basement
  • Level - Upper: 1 Bath, 2 Baths
  • Lot Description: Other, Backyard, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
  • Lot Sq Ft Apx: 1610
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1610.0
  • Model: High basement cottage
  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Sq Ft Apx: 1808
  • Stories: Two Story
  • Street Level: Other
  • Yard Description: Fenced, Back Yard Fence, Front Porch, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Porch Awning, Porch Steps
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Acres: 0.04
Location Details
  • Directions to Property: West to 42nd
  • FIPS Code: 06001
  • Parcel Number: 13-1090-11-1
  • Printed Neighborhood Rpt: Yes
  • Board ID: Bridge AOR
Additional Information
Additional Information
  • Fireplace: No

Property History for 840 42nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 840 42nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$185,574Additions$433,006Total$618,580
Tax Record2024$9,565 ($797 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,808 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,808 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,610 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyALAMEDAAPN13-1090-11-1

Schools near 840 42nd Street

This home is within Oakland Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Emerson Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Claremont Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oakland Technical High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of Nova Real Estate, Melody Hultgren, DRE #01379851; KIM COLE REAL ESTATE, INC., Kim Cole, DRE #01024577

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