Courtesy of Jennifer Ouk, eXp Realty of California 888-584-9427
Property Description
Welcome to 5081 Congress Ave, a charming 1923 single-family home offering character, functionality, and opportunity in Oakland. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features 880 sq ft of living space with abundant natural light and an open layout that creates a bright and comfortable flow throughout the home. The kitchen features stone countertops and tiled flooring with plenty of potential to personalize and make your own. The lower-level bonus area provides added flexibility for storage, hobbies, a workout space, or creative use, and includes an additional bathroom, stackable washer and dryer, newer furnace, and newer water heater for added convenience. Step out onto the back deck overlooking the backyard, offering a great space to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoor setting. The backyard also includes a storage shed for added functionality. Situated on a 4,500 sq ft lot, the property features a long driveway with ample off-street parking and room to garden or customize over time. This home is a great opportunity for first-time buyers, investors, or anyone looking to add their own style while enjoying classic Oakland charm. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this Oakland gem your own. Schedule a tour today!
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Property Details and Features
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Appliances & Equipment
- Appliances: “Gas Range”, “Microwave”, “Dryer”, “Washer”
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Bathrooms
- 1 full bathroom
- 1 total bathroom
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Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
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Building
- Construction Materials: “Stucco”, “Wood Siding”
- Living Area: 880
- Year Built: 1923
- Level – Street: “2 Bedrooms”, “1 Bath”, “Main Entry”
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Cooling
- Cooling: “Ceiling Fan(s)”
- Cooling Included
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Fireplaces
- Fireplace Included
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Floors
- Flooring: “Hardwood”, “Tile”, “Vinyl”
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Heating
- Heating: “Gravity”
- Heating Included
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Laundry
- Features: “Washer/Dryer Stacked Incl”
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Location
- Subdivision Name: Fairfax
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Lot
- Lot Features: “Back Yard”, “Front Yard”
- Lot Size Acres: 0.1
- Lot Size Area: 4500
- Lot Size Square Feet: 4500
- Parcel Number: 35237131
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Parking
- Parking Features: “Tandem”, “No Garage”
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Pool
- Pool Features: “None”
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Property
- Property Condition: “Existing”
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
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Roof
- Roof: “Composition Shingles”
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Utilities
- Electric: “No Solar”
- Water Source: “Public”
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Windows
- Window Features: “Skylight(s)”
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Listing
- Sale/rent: For Sale
- $540 per square foot
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