2618 E 20th St, Oakland, California 94601, Oakland, 94601 - 3 bed, 1 bath
2618 E 20th St
Oakland, California 94601
Property Price
SUMMARY
Analysis of 2618 E 20th St, Oakland, California 94601 is currently available with a list price of $535,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Oakland Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Condition Analysis
OVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1916, this property is aged but has received recent cosmetic and functional updates, including refinished Douglas Fir floors, new vinyl plank flooring, and dual-pane windows. The kitchen features basic white cabinets, laminate countertops, and white appliances, which are functional but dated in style. The main bathroom is clean with a simple vanity and toilet but lacks modern aesthetics. The basement includes 'nonconforming spaces' with a low ceiling and a very utilitarian 'additional bathroom,' indicating significant limitations. While major systems like the floor furnace have been serviced, the overall condition reflects an older home with basic, rather than extensive, modern renovations. It is maintained and livable but requires minor updates to meet contemporary standards and address the basement's limitations.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Great Schools
Middle School: Lincoln Middle School (9/10). High School: Alameda High School (9/10).
- Updated Flooring
Refinished Douglas Fir floors and new vinyl plank flooring offer a refreshed interior aesthetic and reduce immediate buyer expenses for cosmetic updates.
- Energy Efficiency Upgrade
Dual pane windows are a significant upgrade, improving insulation, reducing noise, and contributing to lower energy costs.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- MLS Listing Discrepancy
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 9999, other record living area = 792. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
- Low Available Lot Utilization
The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 2500, living area = 9999.
- Nonconforming Spaces & Basement Limitations
The description explicitly mentions 'nonconforming spaces' and a 'low ceiling' in the basement, indicating potential permitting issues, limited comfortable usability, and possible future remediation costs.
About 2618 E 20th St
3br 1ba home with some nonconforming spaces. Basement has low ceiling but lots of extra space and an additional bathroom. Dual pane windows. Garage. Floor furnace just serviced. Refinished Douglas Fir floors. Vinyl plank flooring.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1916
- Lot Size
- 2,500 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Oakland Unified Schools
International Community School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Think College Now School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Manzanita Seed
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 | 40% |
| Square foot | 9,999 | 1,224.5 | 98% |
| Lot Size | 2,500 | 4,079 | 12% |
| Price | $535.0K | $560.0K | 42% |
| Price per sq ft | $54 | $438 | 4% |
| Built year | 1916 | 1919 | 46% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 80 | 170 | 18% |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Dec 17, 2025
$535,000
Initial Listing