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5248 Desmond St, Oakland, CA, 94618

$1,595,000

Home List Price

$10,000*

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4 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
1,930 SqFt
$826/SqFt
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5248 Desmond St, Oakland$1,595,000

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingGarage
Attached Garage1 space
Year Built1915
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FireplaceWood Burning
MLS #41056271
Lot Size0.09 Acres
StatusActive

About 5248 Desmond St

Rare, hybrid property has been maintained as a single-family home for decades, and offers the flexibility of a duplex as well as an additional detached studio cottage with bath and sleeping loft. This multi-faceted Craftsman home has a huge variety of uses: two separate parties (live in one unit and rent the other out!), intergenerational living, a family home, a full rental, etc. Handsome Craftsman bones and details remain intact. Formal entryway gives way to elegant open living, dining and kitchen quarters. The tranquil backyard with large deck and custom brick patio provide easy indoor-outdoor rapport and space for al fresco dining and lounging. French doors in the sunny rear bedroom connect directly to rear gardens. The main level functions as a nicely separated unit or integrates beautifully for spacious single-family living. Second floor has a large primary bedroom, two additional bedrooms, a TV room/den, full bath and kitchen. Step out on the deck and enjoy a tranquil spot for morning coffee. Just beyond the front door, the beloved Rockridge neighborhood is at your fingertips with a density of dining, shopping, recreation and transportation choices virtually unmatched in the East Bay.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Living Area: 1,930 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Agency
  • Office Phone: (424) 230-3700
  • Listing Agent: Anne Culbertson

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Washer
  • Flooring Type: See Remarks, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking: Garage

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Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
  • Lot Size: 0.09 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • Oakland Technical High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Claremont Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • Emerson Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: College > Clifton > Desmond Cross Street: Clifton.

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $1,595,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $826/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $8,789
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Oakland, CA

City

Med. Sold Price

$866K

Med. Price/SqFt

$605

Avg. Days On Market

30

# of Sold Homes

206

5248 Desmond St vs Oakland

14 DAYS ON ROCKET

-16 Days

$1,595,000

+$728.9K More

$826/SqFt

+$221 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $728.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $221/SqFt more than other homes in Oakland, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: CRMLS
  • MLS Number: #41056271

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: The Agency
  • Office Phone: (424) 230-3700
  • Listing Agent: Anne Culbertson

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Sep 25, 1989Home Sold
$289,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$8,789$516,779
2020$8,788$511,479
2019$8,229$501,451
2018$7,893$491,620
2017$7,893$481,981

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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4
/10

  • Emerson Elementary School

  • 4803 Lawton Ave

  • 0.35 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

Middle School

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7
/10

  • Claremont Middle School

  • 5750 College Ave

  • 0.59 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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6
/10

  • Oakland Technical High School

  • 4351 Broadway

  • 0.35 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $72,727. Residents of Oakland, CA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 5248 Desmond St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 5248 Desmond St property is $1,595,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 5248 Desmond St is a house located in Oakland, California, 94618.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 5248 Desmond St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 5248 Desmond St are:
Emerson Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Claremont Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10
Oakland Technical High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $8,789 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on September 25, 1989 for $289,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 5248 Desmond St has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 5248 Desmond St is 1,930 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 5248 Desmond St is 1915.

Rocket Homes›California›Alameda County›Oakland›94618›5248 Desmond St

This home is located at 5248 Desmond St in Oakland, CA and zip code 94618 in the Shafter neighborhood. This 1,930 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 17, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,595,000.

Oakland, CA housing market in March 2024 saw over 126 listings sold above listed price, more than 20 sold at listed price and over 40 sold below. In March 2024 in Oakland, CA there were 22.2% more homes for sale than in February 2024. In March 2024 median list price was $866,006 and the average listing age was 30 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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