Welcome to 511 Florence Ave, an architecturally stunning contemporary home situated in a lush garden setting in prime Upper Rockridge! This bright + spacious home offers a practical yet flexible floorplan w/ 5bd+3ba, exposed beam trusses, skylights, new solar, and gorgeous wood-detailing throughout. The warm + inviting living room features a gas fireplace w/ windows overlooking elderberry trees. Chef's kitchen w/ leathered counters, custom cabinetry, Fireclay tile, Italian pendants. Just above the dining room is a sunny den w/yard access. 3 bds, 2 ba w/ prim suite on main level, upstairs is a 4th bed and expansive 5th bd primary suite w/dressing room, ensuite bath, and private deck. Lg garage w/workbench, storage. The incredible garden, previously featured in the "Bringing Back the Natives Garden Tour", offers both a retreat from everyday hustle and a place for birds + butterflies to enjoy. Nature enthusiasts will love the meandering pathways, and garden-lovers will enjoy the radiant color throughout the year. Edible delights include raspberries, apples, apricots, plums + more. Watch the sunset from atop the wooden gazebo, and notice the grapevines above. This striking home will appeal to all the senses and is minutes from Montclair/Rockridge shops, Village Market, and CA-13.
Sold for $1,625,000
Tax assessed value
$1,625,000
511 Florence Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
5beds
2,401sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1967
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$1,837,700 Zestimate®
$677/sqft
$7,829 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,837,700
$1.65M - $2.04M
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Listed by:
Krista Miller DRE #01441225 510-612-5546,
Abio Properties,
Rosie Papazian DRE #01937039 510-610-0702,
Abio Properties
Bought with:
Xinwei Luo, DRE #02192016
Winkler Real Estate Group
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41071955
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Family Room, Workshop
Kitchen
- Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Counter - Stone, Dishwasher, Eat In Kitchen, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer, Cabinets, Electric
Features
- Dining Area, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Screens, Window Coverings, Skylight(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,401
- Total interior livable area: 2,401 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Side Yard Access, Workshop in Garage, Garage Faces Side, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split
- Exterior features: Garden, Back Yard, Garden/Play, Sprinklers Automatic, Storage, Terraced Down, Terraced Up, Other, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Partial
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Sloped Up, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 48B715981
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1967
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned, 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Sump Pump, Public
- Utilities for property: Irrigation Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Security System Owned, Closed Circuit Camera(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $677/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,625,000
- Date on market: 9/4/2024
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Other,Call Listing Agent
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2024 | Sold | $1,625,000+1.9%$677/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41071955 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Pending sale | $1,595,000$664/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41071955 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+210.3%$664/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41071955 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/1999 | Sold | $514,000+38.9%$214/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/1996 | Sold | $370,000$154/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $1,625,000 +105.7% |
| 2024 | $11,808 -4.9% | $789,961 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,414 +2.5% | $774,474 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,106 +4.1% | $759,290 +2% |
| 2021 | $11,625 +1.1% | $744,404 +1% |
| 2020 | $11,497 +3.6% | $736,771 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,096 +6.1% | $722,328 +2% |
| 2018 | $10,458 | $708,168 +2% |
| 2017 | $10,458 +3.1% | $694,284 +2% |
| 2016 | $10,142 +0.5% | $680,674 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $10,088 -1.1% | $670,450 +2% |
| 2014 | $10,204 | $657,318 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $654,351 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $641,523 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $628,945 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $624,247 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $625,732 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $613,463 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $601,435 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $589,644 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $578,084 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $566,752 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $556,369 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $545,462 +2% |
| 2001 | $7,349 | $534,766 |
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Neighborhood: Upper Rockridge
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GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hillcrest Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- NAHome And Hospital ProgramGrades: K-12Distance: 2.7 mi
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