Discover potential in this charming 1912 bungalow in Oakland's Jefferson neighborhood, offering vintage warmth and thoughtful updates, making it immediately welcoming while you add your personal touches. This cozy, light filled home features an open-concept living area with new luxury vinyl plank flooring, central A/C, fresh interior paint throughout, new light fixtures, recessed lighting, and kitchen improvements that include a new gas range, hood, and dishwasher. The four bedrooms showcase recently refinished original hardwood floors that hint at the home's century-old character, with one bedroom including a versatile attached bonus room that works well as a home office or nursery. The lower level presents substantial potential for multi-generational living or rental income, already framed for a separate living space with a third bathroom ready for completion.The expansive backyard with mature landscaping and prolific fruit trees beckons with potential. Enjoy the winding path and sun-drenched patios while you dream up your garden design, or plant the veggie garden you've always wanted. An automatic gate opens to a long driveway and a detached single-car garage. Positioned for convenient access to Highway 580 and the vibrant Laurel and Fruitvale dining and shopping districts.
Sold for $760,000 on 06/09/25
$760,000
2122 42nd Ave, Oakland, CA 94601
4beds
1,595sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$752,200 Zestimate®
$476/sqft
$4,102 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 09, 2025 at 04:54pm
Listed by:
Tiffany Lefour DRE #02017456 510-912-6310,
The GRUBB Company
Bought with:
Na'im McGee, DRE #02153705
Cush Real Estate
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41096851

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Vinyl
- Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s)
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,595
- Total interior livable area: 1,595 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One Story
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Level, Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 32208226
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Oakland
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$752,200