An exceptional and serene Crocker Highlands traditional, this fabulous home has been nicely updated, blending modern charm with original detailing and a classic floor plan, all bathed in natural light. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms across a spacious 2,050 +/- square feet of luxurious living, complete with chef’s kitchen, expansive and luxurious primary bedroom suite, and an exquisitely landscaped private backyard featuring two decks enjoying views of the hills, this retreat is a perfect balance of classic style and modern luxury while seamlessly integrating with the natural beauty that surrounds. Conveniently located, 4225 Balfour Ave offers a peaceful and elegant refuge with quick and easy access to the vibrant shops and restaurants of Grand Lake and Lake Merritt. This special neighborhood is just minutes to highly-rated Crocker Highlands Elementary School, and steps to Davie Tennis Stadium, a tennis players’ dream and one of Oakland’s hidden gems. Nearby access to Interstate 580, BART, and Transbay bus service to San Francisco make commuting a breeze. Open Sat & Sun 2-4.
Sold for $1,450,000
$1,450,000
4225 Balfour Ave, Oakland, CA 94610
3beds
2,050sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
2,613 Square Feet Lot
$1,520,600 Zestimate®
$707/sqft
$5,392 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,520,600
$1.38M - $1.67M
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Grand lakeFabulous homeSpecial neighborhoodOriginal detailingModern luxuryLake merrittClassic style
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Listed by:
Christopher Clark DRE #01936131 415-298-5179,
Compass,
Mike Yohay DRE #02080767 510-717-2380,
Compass
Bought with:
Na'im McGee, DRE #02153705
Cush Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41055603
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Cabinets
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,050
- Total interior livable area: 2,050 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private Entrance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills
Lot
- Size: 2,613 Square Feet
- Features: Front Yard, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 118653
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $707/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,479,000
- Date on market: 4/10/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2024 | Sold | $1,450,000+3.9%$707/sqft |
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| 4/24/2024 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$680/sqft |
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| 4/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+50.2%$680/sqft |
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| 10/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/6/2022 | Price change | $5,300-5.3%$3/sqft |
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| 8/26/2022 | Price change | $5,595-6.7%$3/sqft |
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| 8/7/2022 | Price change | $5,995-7.8%$3/sqft |
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| 7/28/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,500$3/sqft |
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| 5/27/2005 | Sold | $928,500+138.1%$453/sqft |
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| 9/6/2001 | Sold | $390,000$190/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,479,000 +15.1% |
| 2024 | $17,961 -5.4% | $1,285,429 +2% |
| 2023 | $18,994 +2.2% | $1,260,227 +2% |
| 2022 | $18,585 +3.5% | $1,235,525 +2% |
| 2021 | $17,964 +1.1% | $1,211,301 +1% |
| 2020 | $17,771 +3.2% | $1,198,885 +2% |
| 2019 | $17,226 +5.9% | $1,175,386 +2% |
| 2018 | $16,266 | $1,152,348 +2% |
| 2017 | $16,266 +2.6% | $1,129,761 +2% |
| 2016 | $15,847 +15.2% | $1,107,617 +16.1% |
| 2015 | $13,755 | $954,000 +5.4% |
| 2014 | $13,755 | $905,000 +12.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $805,000 +15% |
| 2012 | -- | $700,000 -12.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $800,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $800,000 +6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $750,000 -23.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $985,005 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $965,698 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $946,763 +129.1% |
| 2005 | -- | $413,328 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $405,226 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $397,800 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $390,000 +41.3% |
| 2001 | $4,004 | $275,915 |
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Neighborhood: Crocker Highlands
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Crocker Highlands Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Edna Brewer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Oakland High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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