869 52nd Street
Oakland, CA 94608
$699,000
869 52nd Street, Oakland, CA 94608
2 BD
1 BA
1,233 SF
1912
7,446 SF Lot
About 869 52nd Street
Charming Home, Looking for Love
Welcome to 869 52nd Street, a charming home with a lovely yard, located in a vibrant North Oakland neighborhood. As charming as it is, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath home is in need of a little love. It’s not really a fixer, because someone could technically move right in. But she does desire an owner who is willing to come in and give her the facelift she deserves. Her colorful exterior paint is good, but the interior needs a fresh coat. She has a freestanding gas fireplace in the living room, which heats the home comfortably, like a cozy sweater. The dining room includes a variety of functional cabinets while the attached kitchen offers plenty of space for a home chef to comfortably cook and entertain guests. Her roof has exceeded its life but there aren’t any known leaks, and the attic offers a safe place to store belongings. But her yard is where real dreams lie. With 7446 sq ft, the options are endless. There is an outbuilding with electricity that would make a terrific art studio or home office, and lots of space to build an additional ADU; there used to be a pool, but is now filled in. The garden was once a flourishing space with fruit trees and pathways and now calls for someone to bring it back to life. Maybe an urban farm? Or build another structure, like many of the neighbors have done? Whatever your dreams, this home offers you the opportunity to build it.
Status: Active
Open House:
- November 16, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
- November 17, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Features & Updates
- Yard: Giant yard w/ detached studio, garden shed, established plantings, room to build.
- Garden: Raised garden beds and a filled pool are ready for planting; compost area.
- Edible Delights: Fig, Meyer Lemon, Granny Smith Apple, Plum (on eastern property line), Lime, Orange, Cherry (two), Pomegranate.
- Roof and downspouts: end of life but no apparent leaks.
- Water heater: end of life, but was working before the pilot light blew out.
- Electrical: Upgraded. Bits of knob and tube but doesn’t appear to be active.
- Plumbing: Might be a leak but otherwise seems fine and dandy.
- Heat source: Living room fireplace; unit is connected to the thermostat and warms you up nicely.
- Pest: Yup, some fungus, some termites, some repairs needed. But not much!
- Appliances: Fridge is newer, as is the washer and dryer.
- Garage: None, but there are 2 off street parking – yay!
- Sewer/Sidewalk: Darn, not compliant.
- Neighbors: Adjacent to Temescal Community Garden
- Location: Within a mile of Temescal shops, Bay Street, BART, and more.
Location Details
869 52nd Street is conveniently located near Temescal shops, dining and transportation. Here are some of our favorite things, all within a mile.
- Pick up groceries and fresh produce at nearby Whole Foods.
- MacArthur BART is a transfer spot and will get you to all parts of the bay.
- Nearby Home Depot makes quick fixes and house repairs a breeze.
- Learn to tango or improve your aerial skills at Athletic Playground.
- Pick up some scones for breakfast or pizza for lunch at Arizmendi Bakery & Pizzeria.
- The Temescal Farmers Market makes for a perfect Sunday stroll.
- Fried chicken lovers will be thrilled to be so close to Bakesale Betty.
- Temescal Creek Park has a place for toddlers, dogs and basketball players.
- Meet up with friends for happy hour + shuffleboard and Kingfish Pub.
- Listen to live music at Eli’s Mile High Club.