Storybook charm meets modern comfort in this delightful 1940s cottage just moments from downtown San Leandro. Framed by a classic white picket fence, colorful rose garden, and an inviting front porch complete with a porch swing, this charming two-bedroom, one-bath, single-level home is full of warmth and character. Inside, you'll be welcomed by stunning, genuine random plank hardwood floors that add warmth and timeless appeal throughout much of the home. The inviting living room is centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace with a classic mantel and is enhanced by recessed LED lighting and abundant natural light from large windows. The formal dining room flows seamlessly into a charming breakfast nook and a bright vintage kitchen. Lovingly maintained, the kitchen showcases its original tile countertops and cabinetry, along with a classic Wedgewood range that serves as both a functional appliance and a beautiful period centerpiece. A spacious full-size laundry room is conveniently located just off the kitchen. The beautifully updated bathroom features a spacious walk-in rain shower and pedestal sink, while both bedrooms offer generous closet space and modern ceiling fans. Enjoy a private backyard featuring a spacious deck, a mature lemon tree, and plenty of room to relax or entertain. The detached one-car garage includes electricity and an automatic garage door opener. An additional bonus structure, also equipped with power and currently used as a home office, offers excellent flexibility for remote work, hobbies, or creative pursuits.* Located approximately one mile from vibrant downtown San Leandro and BART, and just down the street from Siempre Verde Park, this charming home offers the perfect blend of neighborhood convenience, vintage character, and classic California cottage style. *Buyer to investigate.
For sale
Price cut: $15K (8/26)
$725,000
340 Garcia Ave, San Leandro, CA 94577
2beds
1,146sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$727,300 Zestimate®
$633/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mature lemon treeSpacious walk-in rain showerColorful rose gardenFormal dining roomClassic white picket fenceBeautifully updated bathroomCharming breakfast nook
- 30 days
- 1,403
- 68
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Greg Novak DRE #01721382 510-472-4770,
Red Oak Realty
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41143781
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Tile Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,146
- Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Side Yard, Storage, Garden, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced,Front Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: None
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Curb(s), Front Yard, Landscaped, Street Light(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 751928
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: None
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Leandro
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $633/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $503,711
- Date on market: 8/3/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$727,300
$691,000 - $764,000
$3,012/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/26/2026 | Price change | $725,000-2%$633/sqft |
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| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $740,000+117%$646/sqft |
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| 2/11/2003 | Sold | $341,000+48.3%$298/sqft |
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| 6/30/2000 | Sold | $230,000$201/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $503,711 +2% |
| 2025 | $7,015 +3.9% | $493,835 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,754 +1% | $484,154 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,689 +2.9% | $474,664 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,502 +3.4% | $465,358 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,287 +2.9% | $456,237 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,112 +3% | $451,561 +2% |
| 2019 | $5,934 +4.6% | $442,710 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,671 | $434,031 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,671 +5.5% | $425,523 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,378 +2.7% | $417,181 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,238 | $410,918 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,238 | $402,870 +27.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $315,000 +5% |
| 2012 | -- | $300,000 -8% |
| 2011 | -- | $326,000 +5.5% |
| 2010 | -- | $309,000 -5.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $326,000 -13.3% |
| 2008 | -- | $375,996 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $368,624 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $361,398 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $354,311 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $347,367 +42.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $244,078 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $239,292 +2% |
| 2001 | $2,638 | $234,600 |
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