Welcome to 156 Mecartney Road. A rare Bay Farm opportunity unlike anything else on the market. Situated on an expansive 6,996 sq ft double lot, this exceptional residence offers 2,379 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and the kind of flexibility today’s buyers dream about. With a full bedroom and bathroom on the main level, this layout is ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or a private home office. Inside, the bright and airy floorplan is filled with natural light through dual-pane windows, while a cozy fireplace anchors the family room and creates a warm, inviting gathering space. The spacious primary suite serves as a true retreat, complete with an ensuite bath featuring a separate soaking tub for peaceful unwinding at the end of the day. The additional bedrooms offer endless versatility to fit your lifestyle.This home offers the perfect opportunity to create something truly special, with just a little paint, flooring, and tile, you can transform this into your own custom Bay Farm dream home.The oversized double lot opens the door to exciting possibilities, including potential ADU development, expanded outdoor living, or creating the backyard oasis you've always imagined. Located in one of Alameda’s most beloved neighborhoods, enjoy Bay Farm’s award-winning schools, beautiful parks, scenic trails, and that rare “Mayberry-esque” quality of life that makes this community so special. Peaceful, connected, and close to everything, this is more than a home; it’s a chance to create your forever space in one of Alameda’s most sought-after enclaves. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience it! Quite simply, no other home on Bay Farm is like this one.
Pending
$1,195,000
156 Mecartney Rd, Alameda, CA 94502
4beds
2,379sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$1,275,700 Zestimate®
$502/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Warm inviting gathering spaceOversized double lotDual-pane windows
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeff Goodman DRE #01338912 510-407-0905,
Compass,
Heather Duke DRE #02166349 510-872-1569,
Compass
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41135975
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Family Room, Workshop, Eat-In Kitchen, Storage
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Dishwasher, Disposal, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Storage, Breakfast Nook
- Flooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet, Other
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,379
- Total interior livable area: 2,379 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 74107554
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Other
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Bay Farm Island
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alameda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $502/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $118,021
- Price range: $1.2M - $1.2M
- Date on market: 5/27/2026
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$1,275,700
$1.21M - $1.35M
$5,330/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Pending sale | $1,195,000$502/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,195,000$502/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $118,021 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,570 +3.7% | $115,707 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,478 +2.6% | $113,438 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,415 +2.4% | $111,215 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,358 +1.4% | $109,034 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,326 +3.1% | $107,916 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,256 +6.3% | $105,800 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,121 | $103,726 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,121 +1.2% | $101,692 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,097 +7% | $99,698 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,959 | $98,201 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,959 | $96,278 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $95,842 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $93,963 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $92,121 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $91,433 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $91,651 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $89,853 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $88,092 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $86,364 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $84,672 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $83,013 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $81,491 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $79,894 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,060 | $78,327 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Bay Farm Island
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Amelia Earhart Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 10/10Alameda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4 mi
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