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5505 Taft Ave Oakland, CA, 94618
Neighborhood: Rockridge$1,950,000 Home for sale 2 beds 1 bath 1,363 sqft
A 1912 jewel in Rockridge’s Golden Triangle: properties on Taft rarely turn over! Meticulously upgraded -- the work has been done for you -- and just a half-block to College Ave. The UPDATED KITCHEN is light and bright with chefs’ appliances and a sunny eating/reading nook. The living and dining rooms glow with CRAFTSMAN DETAILS: coffered ceiling, built-in buffet, grand fireplace, vintage-glass French doors. Two big bright bedrooms, one bathroom, and a spacious SUN PORCH with MULTI-USE POTENTIAL. The huge south-facing backyard, with space for an outdoor kitchen, features a PATIO, LAWN and VEGGIE BEDS; the cottage garden front yard welcomes you home with roses and the scent of lemon blossoms. Darling one-car GARAGE stands separate, with windows and electricity. RECENT ADDS: SEWER LATERAL, SIDEWALK, DRIVEWAY, WATER HEATER, FURNACE-AC, KITCHEN APPLIANCES, EV CHARGER & ELECTRICAL, LANDSCAPING AND MORE. Three blocks to Bart and freeway, to Market Hall, cafes and restaurants. Come see a classic bungalow that’s embracing a new century!
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Property details
1,363 sqft interior area
Property type
Home
Interior area
1,363 sqft
Land area
4,356 sqft (0.10 acres)
Price per sqft
$1,430/sqft
Days on Verhouse
14
Address
5505 Taft Ave, Oakland, CA, 94618
City of California
Oakland
County
Alameda
Previous price
$1,950,000
nr.of parking places
3
Style
Bungalow, Cottage, Craftsman
Stories
1
Year Built
1912
Neighborhood
Rockridge
District
Listing
Stories
One Story
Open Houses
No upcoming open houses
Interior Features
5 rooms, 3 parking places
Beds
2
Baths
1
Floors
Carpet, Hardwood, Vinyl
Stories
One Story
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Fire Alarm, Smoke Detector(s)
Property Condition
Existing
Parking
3
Garage & Parking
Detached, Off Street, Guest, Side Yard Access
Rooms
5
# of fireplaces
1
Fireplaces
Brick, Living Room
Laundry Features
Hookups Only
Heathing & Cooling
Central Air, Forced Air
Kitchen features
Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Other rooms
Bonus/Plus Room, Formal Dining Room, Study, Breakfast Nook, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Updated Kitchen
Appliances
Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Basement
Crawl Space
Listed by
Gillian Judge Hogan, Village Associates Real Estate
Name
Gillian Judge Hogan
License number
02101216
Brokerage company
Village Associates Real Estate
MLS #
41056792
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Mortgage
$5,987
Taxes
$0
HOA dues
$0
Mortgage
$390,000 / 20%
2.28%
30 years
Your amount
$5,987 / month
Exterior Features
Shingles construction and more
Roof
Shingle
Utilities
Natural Gas Connected
Construction
Shingles
Pool
None
Yard
Backyard, Garden, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private Entrance
Lot details
TMK #48a704428
Lot Description
Level, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
Parcel nr.
48a704428
Rockridge neighborhood info
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People living in Rockridge
38%
Families with children
National average: 39%
55%
Non family households
354,339
Population
$125,590
Average Income
Age & gender
Median age 39 years
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Commute types
51% commute by car
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Education level
34% have bachelor education
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Number of employees
2% work in management
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Vehicles available
47% have 1 vehicle
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Vehicles by gender
47% have 1 vehicle
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Housing market insights for
$1.4m
Neighborhood average
sales price*
sales price*
$1.23m
Neighborhood median
sales price*
sales price*
670
Number
of sales*
of sales*
Housing type
36% are single detacheds
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Rooms
32% of the houses have 2 or 3 rooms
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Bedrooms
47% have 2 or 3 bedrooms
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Owners vs Renters
58% are renters
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14.67 / 20
Above Average
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15-20
Most Walkable
10-15
Above Average
5-10
Below Average
1-5
Least Walkable
Walkability according to the National Walkability Index
Price history
New Listing Apr 19, 2024
Rockridge Median sales price 2024
| Bedrooms | Med. price | % of listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bed | $407.5k | 6.25% |
| 2 beds | $1.16m | 31.25% |
| 3 beds | $2.14m | 37.5% |
| 4 beds | $1.91m | 12.5% |
| 5 beds | $2.64m | 12.5% |
| Date | Event | Price | $/sqft | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2024 | New Listing | $1,950,000 +10.48% | 1430.67 | MLS #41056792 |
| Dec 24, 2018 | Sold | $1,765,000 | 1294.94 | Public Record |
| Dec 24, 2018 | Price Increase | $1,765,000 +26.07% | 1294.94 | MLS #40848595 |
| Dec 24, 2018 | Under contract | $1,400,000 | 1027.15 | MLS #40848595 |
| Dec 24, 2018 | New Listing | $1,400,000 | 1027.15 | MLS #40848595 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 5505 Taft Ave
What is 5505 Taft Ave?
5505 Taft Ave, Oakland, CA, 94618 is a single family home located in the Rockridge neighborhood in the city of Oakland, California with zipcode 94618. This single family home has 2 bedrooms & 1 bathroom with an interior area of 1,363 sqft.
Which year was this home built?
This home was build in 1912.
What is the full address of this Home?
5505 Taft Ave, Oakland, CA, 94618.
Are grocery stores nearby?
The closest grocery stores are Trader Joe's, 0.28 miles away and Safeway, 0.51 miles away.
What is the neighborhood like?
The Rockridge neighborhood has a population of 354,339, and 38% of the families have children. The median age is 39.03 years and 51% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 58% is renter.
Based on information from the bridgeMLS as of 05-02-2024. All data, including all measurements and calculations of area, is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MLS. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.
Listing last updated on: Apr 29, 2024
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The closest grocery stores are Trader Joe's, 0.28 miles away and Safeway, 0.51 miles away.
The Rockridge neighborhood has a population of 354,339, and 38% of the families have children. The median age is 39.03 years and 51% commute by car. The most popular housing type is "single detached" and 58% is renter.
*Neighborhood & street median sales price are calculated over sold properties over the last 6 months.
