55 8th St
Oakland, CA 94607
4
Bed
1
Bath
1,402Sqft
2,500Sqft(Lot)
Tucked into a prime Oakland location just moments from Chinatown, Laney College, BART, and the vibrant shores of Lake Merritt, this property offers a rare opportunity to reimagine and rebuild in the heart of it all. Set on a generous footprint, the home is ready for transformation—an ideal canvas for investors, builders, or buyers with vision. The existing structure requires significant renovation, but the upside is undeniable. With a clean slate to work from, you can design and customize every detail to suit modern living or maximize income potential. The lower level is particularly compelling, offering ample space for the creation of a possible separate unit—perfect for rental income, extended family, or a flexible live/work setup. An existing second bathroom on the lower level provides
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Bedroom Information
Total Bedrooms: 4Bathroom Information
Total Baths: 2 Full Baths: 1 Half Baths: 1 -
Interior Features
Roof: Tar/Gravel Property Appliances: Gas Water Heater,Washer Fireplace: None Flooring: Laminate,Wood -
Cooling Features
None Air ConditioningHeating Source
Forced Air,Natural Gas Has HeatingFireplace
Fireplace Features: None Has Fireplace: 0
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Building Information
Year Built: 1903 Construction: Brick,Stone,Wood Siding Roof: Tar/Gravel Has Basement -
Pool Features
None
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Lot Details
Lot Dimensions Source: Vendor Enhanced Lot Size Acres: 0.0574 -
Lot Size Source: Public Records Lot Size Square Feet: 2500
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Listing Price Information
Original List Price: 560,000 Listing Contract Date: 2026-04-23 -
Lease Information
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
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Tax Information
Parcel Number: 11697
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Garage and Parking
Garage Description: Covered,Garage Attached Garage: YesHomeowners Association
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Other Property Info
Source Listing Status: Active Source Neighborhood: Directions: Cross Street: 6 th. Str Fallon. Source Property Type: Residential Property SubType: Single Family Residence -
Building and Construction
Property Age: 123 Structure Type: Single Family Residence Year Built Source: Vendor Enhanced Total Square Feet Living: 1402 Levels or Stories: Two Building Total Stories: 2
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Nearby Home Value
| Address | Estimate | Bed | Bath | Sq. Ft | Lot Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W Grand Avenue, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $775,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,285 | 1,285 SqFt |
| 874 Isabella St, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $649,000 | -- | -- | -- | |
| 311 Oak St #720, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $399,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,211 | 1,211 SqFt |
| 931 Edy Ln, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $598,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,214 | 1,214 SqFt |
| 1 Embarcadero W #164, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $290,000 | 1 | 1 | 476 | 476 SqFt |
| 1135 Linden St, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $829,900 | 4 | 2 | 1,942 | 1,942 SqFt |
| 1707-1709 Peralta St, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $649,000 | -- | -- | -- | |
| 1416 11 Street, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $749,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,552 | 1,552 SqFt |
| 1662 14th Street, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $1,149,000 | 6 | 4 | 1,900 | 1,900 SqFt |
| 1234 Willow St, Oakland, CA, 94607 | $750,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,380 | 1,380 SqFt |
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ByOwner last updated this listing 06/09/2026 @ 01:21
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