Located in Oakland’s Maxwell Park/Fairfax neighborhood, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home at 5030 Congress Ave offers a wonderful blend of classic charm and thoughtful updates. Renovated in 2017, it features a bright, inviting floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining. The living and dining areas flow seamlessly together, while large windows bring in abundant natural light. The updated kitchen offers modern finishes, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet and counter space, and convenient access to a separate laundry room just off the kitchen. Hardwood floors add warmth throughout the main living spaces. The home features a main-level primary suite that provides both comfort and convenience, while the additional bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or office use. Updated bathrooms complement the home’s polished feel. Outdoor living includes a redwood deck ideal for morning coffee, dining, or entertaining, along with a backyard that offers room to garden or relax. Ideally located near local shops, parks, and commuter routes, this is a wonderful opportunity to live in one of Oakland’s well-loved neighborhoods.
Sold for $950,000
$950,000
5030 Congress Ave, Oakland, CA 94601
3beds
1,408sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$947,000 Zestimate®
$675/sqft
$3,825 Estimated rent
Home value
$947,000
$862,000 - $1.04M
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Modern finishesBright inviting floor planStainless steel appliancesUpdated kitchen
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Listed by:
Ellen Diamond DRE #01827789 510-504-9644,
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Bought with:
Eleanor Ridge, DRE #02217753
District Homes
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41130293
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No Additional Rooms
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Room, Washer
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,408
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Back Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 35237242
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $675/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $819,222
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $950,000+15.9%$675/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $820,000$582/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $820,000+13.9%$582/sqft |
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| 11/22/2017 | Sold | $720,000+10.9%$511/sqft |
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| 11/6/2017 | Pending sale | $649,000$461/sqft |
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| 11/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $649,000$461/sqft |
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| 11/1/2017 | Pending sale | $649,000$461/sqft |
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| 10/19/2017 | Listed for sale | $649,000+69.9%$461/sqft |
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| 3/24/2017 | Sold | $382,000-3.3%$271/sqft |
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| 11/10/2016 | Listing removed | $395,000$281/sqft |
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| 11/10/2016 | Pending sale | $395,000$281/sqft |
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| 11/2/2016 | Listed for sale | $395,000$281/sqft |
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| 6/1/2016 | Listing removed | $395,000$281/sqft |
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| 6/1/2016 | Pending sale | $395,000$281/sqft |
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| 5/24/2016 | Listed for sale | $395,000+7.3%$281/sqft |
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| 8/1/2014 | Sold | $368,234$262/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $819,222 +2% |
| 2024 | $12,054 -4.9% | $803,160 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,679 +2.5% | $787,413 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,369 +4.1% | $771,976 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,883 +1.1% | $756,841 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,753 +3.6% | $749,087 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,348 +87% | $734,400 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,068 | $720,000 +98.7% |
| 2017 | $6,068 -3.1% | $362,441 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,264 +350% | $355,337 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,392 | $350,000 +677.8% |
| 2014 | $1,392 | $45,001 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $44,797 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $43,919 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $43,059 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $42,736 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $42,839 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $41,998 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $41,175 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $40,368 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $39,576 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $38,801 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $38,090 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $37,343 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,527 | $36,611 |
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Neighborhood: Fairfax
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