1070 Aileen St, Oakland, California 94608, Oakland, 94608 - 0 bed, 0 bath
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Oakland, California 94608
This Classic 1920s Duplex is a strategic Value-Add Opportunity listed at $899,000, reflecting the stability of the North Oakland market alongside a $720,957 Fair Market Value. Boasting a Condition Rating of 3, the property features refinished hardwood floors, updated quartz kitchens, and a private brick patio. The expansive, finished basement levels provide a rare footprint for Junior ADU conversions, offering a clear path to forced appreciation. Located near Peralta Elementary and Willard Middle School, this asset is perfectly suited for Owner-Occupants seeking a house-hack or Buy-and-Hold Investors targeting the North Oakland corridor.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 1070 Aileen St Subject | $899,000* List Price | 0 | 0 | 1,640 | $440 | - |
A 964 57th St Sold | $850,000 | 0 | 0 | 2,055 | $414 | 0.2 mi |
B 863 40th Sold | $795,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.8 mi | |
C 5718 5718 Adeline St Active | $725,000 List Price | 0 | 0 | 1,511 | $480 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
This 1920s duplex is in move-in ready condition, featuring a blend of preserved original character and modern updates. The property boasts refinished hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and updated kitchens with new quartz countertops and white cabinetry. While the building is nearly a century old, the well-maintained systems, updated flooring in the kitchens and bathrooms, and overall clean presentation indicate that no immediate major renovations are required.
The property features expansive, finished basement levels that provide an excellent footprint for conversion into Junior ADUs or home offices, a strategy increasingly supported by the City of Oakland to boost property value.
This 1920s duplex retains its classic appeal with refinished hardwood floors, original built-in bookshelves, and vintage cabinetry, seamlessly blended with modern updates like quartz countertops.
Situated on the Emeryville border with immediate access to I-80 and Berkeley, the property is ideally positioned for commuters and offers proximity to major dining and shopping districts.
The finished lower-level bonus spaces are unpermitted, which may present challenges for certain financing types and require additional investment to bring up to legal code.
With both units configured as 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom layouts, the property may have a lower rental ceiling compared to multi-bedroom units in the same high-demand corridor.
Exciting opportunity to acquire a classic 1920s duplex in the transit-oriented corridor of North Oakland, right on the Emeryville border. This 1,640 sq. ft. property is situated on a generous 4,800 sq. ft. lot. Step inside to find both 1BD/1BA units retaining their original character, featuring refinished hardwood floors and iconic built-in bookshelves flanking a tiled fireplace. The separate dining and living areas provide extensive storage with vintage cabinetry and drawers. The kitchens are functional with updated quartz countertops and white cabinetry. The unique value of these units lies in the expansive lower levels. Both units connect to finished (but unpermitted) basement spaces, offering an excellent footprint for a home office, gym, or creating a Junior ADU—a conversion concept the City of Oakland increasingly supports. These bonus levels link directly to a huge, shared laundry/mudroom with a utility sink and an attached one-car garage. Outside, the large, fully fenced backyard features mature garden beds, a level lawn, and a charming brick-paved patio area. Situated just off San Pablo Ave, you have immediate access to I-80, Berkeley, and the dining/shopping districts of Emeryville.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
Grades PK-5 • 1.1 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.2 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 1,640 | 2,258.5 | 33% |
| Lot Size | 4,800 | 3,900 | 67% |
| Price | $899.0K | $867.5K | 58% |
| Price per sq ft | $548 | $346 | 75% |
| Built year | 1923 | 1912 | 67% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 21 | 126 | 8% |
Apr 1, 2026
$899,000
Initial Listing
Apr 4, 2014
$92,000
Public Record