This charming home in the heart of Oakland presents a unique opportunity for investors and homeowners. Featuring a home with a 2nd unit in the backyard, this property offers versatile living options and future potential rental income. Located on a quiet street close to Mills College. The property is just minutes away from restaurants, shops, parks, and public transportation. There is a long driveway making parking convenient. In addition to its convenient location and income-generating potential, the property features a backyard with a lemon tree and fig tree, adding to the overall charm and appeal of the space. With its versatile living options, potential for extra income, and convenient parking options, 5542 Harvey Ave is an excellent opportunity for investors or anyone looking for a comfortable living space with an extra income source. Close to 580 freeway!
Sold for $500,000
$500,000
5542 Harvey Ave, Oakland, CA 94621
3beds
1,690sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
3,850 Square Feet Lot
$587,600 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$3,880 Estimated rent
Home value
$587,600
$529,000 - $646,000
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Listed by:
Robert Saberi DRE #01470946 415-517-4906,
Keys & Home Real Estate
Bought with:
Asila Sayedi, DRE #02195030
Kw Advisors East Bay
Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41049364
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Dining Room, Family Room, Dining Area, Kitchen
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Laminate
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: Hookups Only
Features
- In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,690
- Total interior livable area: 1,690 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Side Yard Access
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,850 Square Feet
- Features: 2 Houses / 1 Lot, Front Yard, Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 38322426
- Zoning: Mult
- Special conditions: Probate Listing
- Other equipment: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Oakland
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $296/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $510,000
- Price range: $500K - $500K
- Date on market: 2/28/2024
- Listing agreement: Excl Right
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,Call Listing Agent,Private Financing Available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/24/2025 | Listing removed | $699,000$414/sqft |
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| 8/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000$414/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Listing removed | $699,000$414/sqft |
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| 6/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $699,000+39.8%$414/sqft |
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| 5/14/2024 | Sold | $500,000-16.5%$296/sqft |
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| 5/3/2024 | Pending sale | $599,000$354/sqft |
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| 4/5/2024 | Contingent | $599,000$354/sqft |
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| 2/28/2024 | Listed for sale | $599,000-11.3%$354/sqft |
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| 10/21/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/23/2023 | Listing removed | $675,000$399/sqft |
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| 5/18/2023 | Price change | $675,000-3.4%$399/sqft |
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| 4/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $699,000$414/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $510,000 -3.9% |
| 2024 | $9,087 +181.8% | $530,600 +609.9% |
| 2023 | $3,225 +7.9% | $74,746 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,989 +14% | $73,280 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,623 +21.8% | $71,843 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,154 +12.9% | $71,107 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,907 +11.4% | $69,713 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,712 | $68,346 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,712 +2.7% | $67,006 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,667 -10.4% | $65,692 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,861 | $64,706 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,861 | $63,439 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $63,151 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,914 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $60,700 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $60,247 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $60,390 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $59,206 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $58,045 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $56,907 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $55,792 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $54,699 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $53,696 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,644 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,046 | $51,612 |
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Neighborhood: Seminary
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- 3/10Greenleaf Elementary SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
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