More than meets the eye! Huge high basement on tax records as flex space? JADU? The modernized interior offers vaulted ceilings, skylights, mini-split air conditioning, vinyl windows and waterproof flooring throughout. 19th century details including large windows, beautiful millwork and a welcoming sun porch. On the upper level there is a newly refreshed kitchen with quartz counters, painted cabinets, and stainless appliances. Bath features a large walk-in shower, console sink, and updated lighting. Multiple skylights and ceiling fans create a fresh, bright, happy home. Below with a separate entrance lies a large, finished basement with high ceilings and endless possibilities. There is abundant recessed lighting and big open space with a laundry room, washer/dryer, and additional storage area. Sweet fenced yard with low maintenance garden and patio area for enjoying the sun or a warm summer night. Located in the popular Longfellow neighborhood, the community enjoys an active association with social events and multiple bike lane streets. Adjacent to Temescal, it is an extremely convenient location for accessing Berkeley, downtown Oakland & San Francisco. Come see what the buzz is about at this perfect little sweet spot in Longfellow!
Sold for $699,000
Tax assessed value
$699,000
840 42nd St, Oakland, CA 94608
2beds
1,808sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
1,742 Square Feet Lot
$740,900 Zestimate®
$387/sqft
$3,232 Estimated rent
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Listed by:
Melody Hultgren DRE #01379851 415-601-6915,
Nova Real Estate,
Kim Cole DRE #01024577,
KIM COLE REAL ESTATE, INC.
Bought with:
Nicole Mendoza, DRE #02160064
KW Advisors East Bay
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41068061
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer, In Basement, Washer
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Concrete, Tile, Engineered Wood
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,808
- Total interior livable area: 1,808 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Parking Lot, Uncovered Parking Space
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two Story
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights
Lot
- Size: 1,742 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 131090111
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: See Remarks
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete, See Remarks
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Details
- Builder name: Victorian
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $387/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $699,000
- Date on market: 8/8/2024
- Listing terms: CalHFA,Cash,Conventional,1031 Exchange
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/29/2024 | Sold | $699,000$387/sqft |
Source:  bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41068061 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2024 | Pending sale | $699,000$387/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41068061 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Price change | $699,000-6.7%$387/sqft |
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| 8/9/2024 | Listed for sale | $749,000+42.7%$414/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41068061 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2014 | Sold | $525,000+59.1%$290/sqft |
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40677162 Report a problem | ||
| 6/23/2004 | Sold | $330,000+57.1%$183/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2002 | Sold | $210,000+133.3%$116/sqft |
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| 10/20/1995 | Sold | $90,000$50/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $699,000 +13% |
| 2024 | $9,565 -4.7% | $618,580 +2% |
| 2023 | $10,032 +2.7% | $606,453 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,768 +4.6% | $594,561 +2% |
| 2021 | $9,338 +1.1% | $582,907 +1% |
| 2020 | $9,236 +3.9% | $576,932 +2% |
| 2019 | $8,889 +6.2% | $565,624 +2% |
| 2018 | $8,371 | $554,535 +2% |
| 2017 | $8,371 +3.4% | $543,663 +2% |
| 2016 | $8,094 +27.3% | $533,005 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,357 | $525,000 +37.2% |
| 2014 | $6,357 | $382,730 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $381,001 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $373,533 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $366,210 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $363,474 +10.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $330,000 -7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $357,198 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $350,195 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $343,331 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $336,600 +54.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $218,199 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $214,200 +111.6% |
| 2002 | -- | $101,209 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,581 | $99,224 |
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Neighborhood: Longfellow
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