Welcome to 1038 Melrose, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 1,642 sq ft of light-filled living space. The open floor plan is ideal for families, entertaining, or working from home. Enjoy a fully remodeled kitchen featuring shaker-style soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, new stainless steel appliances, modern light fixtures, and stylish brass hardware. The bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated with marble-tiled showers, adding an elegant, natural touch. The spacious primary suite has been refreshed for comfort and style. Step outside to a private backyard patio—perfect for morning coffee or evening gatherings. Additional features include a two-car garage with ample storage, spacious rooms, and great natural light throughout. Located in the sought-after Bay Farm neighborhood, just minutes from top-rated schools, parks, shopping, dining, and with easy access to public transportation and major freeways. Don’t miss this move-in-ready gem in Alameda!
Sold for $868,000
$868,000
1038 Melrose Ave, Alameda, CA 94502
3beds
1,642sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1974
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$886,200 Zestimate®
$529/sqft
$4,220 Estimated rent
Home value
$886,200
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Modern light fixturesPrivate backyard patioShaker-style soft-close cabinetsStylish brass hardwareSpacious primary suiteMarble-tiled showersQuartz countertops
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Listed by:
Kevin Bui DRE #01972286 510-214-3099,
eXp Realty of California,
Sunny Wong DRE #02134214 510-375-7275,
eXp Realty of California
Bought with:
Julia Bari, DRE #02225324
KW Advisors East Bay
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41104091
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Electric Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Dining Area, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Laminate, Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,642
- Total interior livable area: 1,642 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Guest, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Unit Faces Street
- Pool features: In Ground, Community
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 74107836
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Wood Siding
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Clubhouse, Greenbelt, Guest Parking
- Services included: Reserves, Insurance, Management Fee, Hazard Insurance, Common Area Maint
- HOA fee: $550 monthly
- HOA name: GARDEN ISLE HOA
- HOA phone: 866-925-5004
Location
- Region: Alameda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $529/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $175,817
- Date on market: 7/9/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2025 | Sold | $868,000+8.6%$529/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104091 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2025 | Pending sale | $799,000$487/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104091 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Listed for sale | $799,000$487/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41104091 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $175,817 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,217 +2.9% | $172,370 +2% |
| 2023 | $4,100 +1.8% | $168,990 +2% |
| 2022 | $4,026 +1.9% | $165,677 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,953 +1% | $162,429 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,915 +14.7% | $160,764 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,413 +5.5% | $157,612 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,233 | $154,522 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,233 +0.5% | $151,492 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,216 +3.8% | $148,522 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,099 | $146,291 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,099 | $143,427 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $142,778 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $139,979 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $137,235 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $136,210 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $136,535 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $133,858 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $131,234 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $128,661 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $126,138 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $123,665 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $121,399 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $119,019 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,565 | $116,685 |
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Neighborhood: Bay Farm Island
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- 8/10Amelia Earhart Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 10/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Alameda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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