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    • Price cut: $42K (6/9)
    $598,000

    851 Arlington Ave, Oakland, CA 94608

    2beds
    875sqft
    : 
    $4,534/mo
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    Condominium
    Built in 1911
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $683/sqft
    $350/mo HOA

    What's special

    Preserved period woodworkOpen-concept designNew engineered wood floorsHigh ceilingsStainless steel appliancesIn-unit laundryDual-pane windows
    Morning light moves easily through this home. Set along a quiet, tree-lined stretch of Arlington Avenue, this cheery two-bedroom Edwardian unfolds with an immediate sense of calm and openness. Positioned on the second floor of a classic four-unit building, the home’s eastern exposure welcomes soft morning light that gently fills the living spaces as the day begins. The layout has been thoughtfully reimagined into an open-concept design, where the kitchen becomes the natural center of daily life. Anchored by stone counters, stainless steel appliances, and clean modern lines, it’s a space suited for both quiet mornings and easy evenings with friends, spilling out to an inviting balcony just off the kitchen. New engineered wood floors run underfoot, while high ceilings and preserved period woodwork add depth and character, subtle reminders of the home’s Edwardian roots. Every detail supports comfort and ease: dual-pane windows, in-unit laundry, and a seamless flow that makes the home feel larger than its footprint, with virtually no wasted space. And then there is the location. Drawing energy from Temescal's restaurants, shops, and neighborhood rhythm, and with easy access to BART and freeways, the city feels close but never overwhelming. It’s a setting where convenience and character meet, and daily life moves with a bit more ease. A home that lives simply, and lingers quietly.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Alex Michas DRE #01942824 510-590-0963,

    Compass,

    Rick Richetta DRE #01449499 510-409-6044,

    Compass

    Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41132321MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
      Heating
      • Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Dryer, Laundry Closet, Washer
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
      • Flooring: Tile, Engineered Wood
      • Has fireplace: Yes
      • Fireplace features: Free Standing, Living Room
      • Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 875
      • Total interior livable area: 875 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: On Street
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: One Story
      • Stories: 1
      • Pool features: None
      Lot
      • Size: 3,267 Square Feet
      • Features: Corner Lot, Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 15128579
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Edwardian
      • Property subtype: Condominium
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Roof: Shingle
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1911

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: No Solar
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Individual Gas Meter

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Gas Metered
      • HOA fee: $350 monthly
      • HOA name: NOT LISTED
      • HOA phone: 323-481-8103
      Location
      • Region: Oakland

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $683/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $484,194
      • Date on market: 4/24/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        6/9/2026Price change$598,000-6.6%$683/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41132321 Report a problem
        4/24/2026Listed for sale$640,000+62%$731/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41132321 Report a problem
        5/30/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        5/7/2023Listed for rent$2,800-3.4%$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/19/2023Listing removed--
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/8/2023Listed for rent$2,900$3/sqft
        Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
        4/29/2014Sold$395,000$451/sqft
        Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40651670 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $484,194 +2%
        2024$7,696 -4.3%$474,702 +2%
        2023$8,041 +3%$465,396 +2%
        2022$7,808 +5.2%$456,271 +2%
        2021$7,420 +1.1%$447,328 +1%
        2020$7,338 +4.3%$442,743 +2%
        2019$7,033 +6.4%$434,064 +2%
        2018$6,611 $425,557 +2%
        2017$6,611 +3.9%$417,214 +2%
        2016$6,365 +118.1%$409,034 +1.5%
        2015$2,918 $402,891 +173.5%
        2014$2,918 $147,328 +0.5%
        2013-- $146,664 +2%
        2012-- $143,788 +2%
        2011-- $140,970 +0.8%
        2010-- $139,917
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Santa Fe

        Getting around

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        Walker's Paradise
        58 / 100
        Good Transit
        100 / 100
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