Enjoy the best of Alameda living in this much sought-after neighborhood of charming single-level homes. This beautifully updated three-bedroom, two-bath residence with a finished 2-car garage offers effortless living with over $150K in improvements, designed for both indoor comfort and outdoor enjoyment. Newer exterior paint, a contemporary garage door, and attractive drought-friendly landscaping creates outstanding curb appeal, while the welcoming front patio and porch is the perfect setting for visiting with friends and neighbors. Inside, the light-filled living and dining rooms feature picture windows, lovely hardwood floors, and a cozy gas fireplace with a vintage brick surround. The updated kitchen has quartz countertops, abundant cabinetry, stainless steel sink, built-in range, dishwasher, and garbage disposal. It features a sunny breakfast area and a convenient laundry room with generous storage. An attached two-car garage/family room provides a flexible space with insulation, heat, and windows, making it perfect for everyday living. A central hallway separates the bedrooms from the main living areas. The home features a working fireplace, some dual pane windows, hardwood flooring, and built-in closet organizers. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated with new vanities, fixtures, and tile flooring. The primary suite has an ensuite bath, while the rear bedroom opens through glass doors to the private backyard. The professionally designed, low maintenance backyard is an extension of the home, complete with irrigation, lighting, and electricity. It has a dining patio and a sheltered gazebo with retractable sunshades making it ideal for outdoor dining and gatherings. Additional improvements include a replaced sewer lateral (2023) and compliant gas shutoff valve. Alameda is a walking and biking paradise, with paths that cover the island. The home is near the estuary, Krusi baseball field, and Lincoln Park with swimming, basketball, baseball, pickleball and more! The location has convenient access to Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco via I-880. Enjoy Nob Hill Shopping Center, the Marketplace, and many small shops lining Park Street. open house 8/2
Sold for $1,530,000
$1,530,000
3280 Adams St, Alameda, CA 94501
3beds
1,518sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1957
4,400 Square Feet Lot
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$1,008/sqft
$4,515 Estimated rent
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Working fireplaceContemporary garage doorAttractive drought-friendly landscapingNewer exterior paintPicture windowsStainless steel sinkQuartz countertops
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Listed by:
Dianna Wyman DRE #01007162 510-919-2876,
Bayside Real Estate
Bought with:
Laura Lee Meith, DRE #02130868
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Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41142601
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Primary Bedrm Suite - 1, Main Entry
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths, Window, Stall Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Disposal, Ice Maker Hookup, Microwave, Oven Built-in, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- No Air Conditioning
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Oven, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric, In Kitchen, Sink
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,518
- Total interior livable area: 1,518 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Converted Garage, Direct Access, Side Yard Access, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch, Awning(s), Porch Steps
- Exterior features: Garden/Play, Storage, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 4,400 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscaped, Street Light(s), Sprinklers In Rear, Side Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 694118
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid Century Modern
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Frame
- Foundation: Raised, Concrete
- Roof: Unknown
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1957
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Sump Pump
- Water: Public, Water District
- Utilities for property: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation
- Water conservation: Low-Flow Fixtures
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Alameda
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Alameda
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,008/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,404,540
- Annual tax amount: $19,157
- Price range: $1.5M - $1.5M
- Date on market: 7/28/2026
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Sold | $1,530,000+9.7%$1,008/sqft |
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| 7/31/2026 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$919/sqft |
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| 7/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+3.3%$919/sqft |
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| 5/2/2023 | Sold | $1,350,000+22.8%$889/sqft |
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| 4/5/2023 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$724/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41022441 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000$724/sqft |
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| 4/1/2023 | Pending sale | $1,099,000$724/sqft |
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| 3/24/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,099,000$724/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,157 +2.2% | $1,404,540 +2% |
| 2024 | $18,740 +468.3% | $1,377,000 +1140.6% |
| 2023 | $3,298 +1.8% | $110,995 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,240 +1.7% | $108,818 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,185 +19.4% | $106,685 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,666 +23.1% | $105,591 +2% |
| 2019 | $2,166 +6.1% | $103,521 +2% |
| 2018 | $2,041 | $101,492 +2% |
| 2017 | $2,041 +1.1% | $99,501 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,019 +4.3% | $97,550 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,936 | $96,086 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,936 | $94,203 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $93,778 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $91,939 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $90,136 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $89,463 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $89,676 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $87,918 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $86,194 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $84,504 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $82,848 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $81,224 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $79,735 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $78,172 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,041 | $76,639 |
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Neighborhood: East End
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GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Frank Otis Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 10/10Lincoln Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 10/10Alameda High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Alameda (510) 748-4000
Source: Bay East AOR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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