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Sold for $1,375,000 on 07/14/25
  • $1,375,000

    3281 Sterling Ave, Alameda, CA 94501

    3beds
    1,540sqft
    Residential, Single Family Residence
    Built in 1917
    3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
    $1,369,300 Zestimate®
    $893/sqft
    $4,712 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Located in a sought-after East End neighborhood just 2 blocks to Lincoln Park/pool, this charming 1917 Craftsman bungalow is remodeled inside and out and offers curb appeal to spare! Situated on an historic street that celebrated its Centennial in 1917 (the year in which many of the houses on the street were built), this completely refurbished home features 3 BR, 1.5 BA, a spacious LR, an open kitchen/dining room, a main-level laundry space + a finished detached garage that offers many flexible uses (297 SF, measured). Improvements and updates from 2022-2025 include a new roof, electrical/plumbing, heat pump for heating/cooling, refinished hardwood floors, new upstairs bedroom carpeting, lush landscaping, new fencing, a gorgeous new kitchen, updated/remodeled bathrooms, and so much more. EV charger + off-street tandem parking. This fantastic East End location is close to Otis Elementary/Lincoln Middle schools, Krusi Field and Encinal Market, with easy access to the South Shore Center, Park St amenities, the Alameda shoreline, the SF Ferry and OAK. Move right in!

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: July 14, 2025 at 01:52pm

    Listed by:

    Kate McCaffrey DRE #01355206 510-522-5223,

    Compass,

    Courtney Bergin DRE #02117395 510-504-4009,

    Compass

    Bought with:

    OUT OF AREA OUT, DRE #88888888

    Out Of Area - Non Member

    Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41097154MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Partial bathrooms: 1
    Bathroom
    • Features: Tile, Bidet, Shower Over Tub, Tub
    Kitchen
    • Features: 220 Volt Outlet, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Ice Maker Hookup, Kitchen Island, Range/Oven Built-in, Refrigerator, Skylight(s)
    Heating
    • Electric, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
    • Laundry: Laundry Room
    Features
    • Formal Dining Room, Storage, Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
    • Windows: Skylight(s)
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,540
    • Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Pool features: No Heat
    • Fencing: Fenced
    Lot
    • Size: 3,484 sqft
    • Features: Rectangular Lot, Sprinklers In Rear, Back Yard, Front Yard
    Details
    • Parcel number: 69866
    • Special conditions: Standard
    • Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Bungalow,Craftsman
    • Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Slab, Concrete
    • Roof: Composition
    Condition
    • Existing
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1917

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Insulation

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Alameda
    • Subdivision: East End
    Services availability
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    Estimated market value

    $1,369,300