Address
688 31st St, Oakland, CA
Price
$ 799,000
Property Attributes
- ID#41142795
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyAlameda
- CityOakland
- NeighborhoodHoover-Foster
- Zip94609
- StyleEdwardian
- Year Built1904
- Price$ 799,000
- Bedrooms3
- Full Bathrooms2
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage1769
- Lot Size0.11 Acres
Data Source:
Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS
Property Description
Encircled by a lush English garden, this Edwardian era house incorporates classical architectural features that are less fussy than those of the previous Victorian era, such as the decorative corner pilasters that adorn its exterior and the imaginative custom built-ins and wainscoting that grace the formal dining room. Happily, this home exhibits the Edwardian era’s wider rooms and larger windows than those of its predecessor’s period, allowing a maximum of natural light to enter. The open layout of the living room and dining room creates a spacious area in which to entertain while not sacrificing the coziness of a well lived-in home. Having all 3 bedrooms on the upper level offers an excellent separation of space. Each level boasts divided bathrooms – a separate shower stall downstairs and sinks in both the “water closet” and shower room upstairs -- making for exceptional convenience. The size of the breakfast room off the kitchen allows both casual dining as well as a home office space overlooking the spectacular rear garden. The current owners have lovingly created the feeling of living day and night in a veritable Garden of Eden thoughtfully designed to offer up blooming plants and shrubs year round. A generous use of solar lighting welcomes evening visitors into the front yard, encourages the use of the backyard as a true extension of the home’s living space, and allows afternoon gatherings to last well into the evening. The Hoover-Foster neighborhood is nearly equidistant to 2 of Oakland's dining & entertainment districts: both Temescal & Uptown are just minutes away, as are the MacArthur & 19th St. BART stations!
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed $799,000 |
General Features
| Living Area | 1769 |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Public Sewer |
| Heating | Forced Air,Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Ceiling Fan(s) |
| Roof | Composition Shingles |
| Appliances | Dishwasher,Gas Range,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater |
| Architectural Style | Edwardian |
| Pool Features | None |
| Construction Materials | Wood Siding |
| Year Built | 1904 |
| Electric | No Solar |
| Stories Count | 2 |
| Levels | Two Story |
| Property Subtype | Detached |
| County | Alameda |
| New Construction | false |
| Property Type | Residential |
| HOA | false |
| Subdivision Name | Hoover-Foster |
| Garage Y/N | false |
| Other Structures | Shed(s) |
| Total Rooms | 7 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Status | Active |
| Directions | MLK Jr. Way or West St to 31st St. |
| City | Oakland |
| High School District | Oakland (510) 879-8111 |
| MLS Area | Listing |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 4900 |
| Property Condition | Existing |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Elementary School District | Oakland (510) 879-8111 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | Dining Area,Formal Dining Room,Breakfast Nook,Pantry,Updated Kitchen |
|---|---|
| Flooring | Hardwood,Vinyl,Wood |
| Fireplace Features | Decorative,Dining Room |
| Air Conditioning Y/N | true |
| Heating Y/N | true |
| Window Features | Double Pane Windows,Bay Window(s),Window Coverings |
| Fireplace Y/N | true |
| Laundry Features | 220 Volt Outlet,Dryer,Laundry Room,Washer,Cabinets |
| Total Bedrooms | 3 |
| Kitchen Features | Breakfast Nook,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Pantry,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen |
| Total Baths | 2 |
Exterior Features
| Model | Edwardian |
|---|---|
| Exterior Amenities | Lighting,Garden,Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Sprinklers Automatic,Sprinklers Front,Sprinklers Side,Storage,Entry Gate,Landscape Back,Landscape Front |
| Fencing | Fenced,Front Yard |
| Parking Features | Off Street,Parking Spaces,Tandem,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),No Garage |
| Lot Features | Level,Rectangular Lot,Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped,Sprinklers In Rear |
| Water Source | Public |
| Lot Size Area | 4900 |
| Foundation Details | Concrete,Concrete Perimeter |
| Building Area Total | 1769 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.11 |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
Property vs Single Family Average in 94609
Price
Year Built
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