3856 West St, Oakland, California 94608, Oakland, 94608 - 4 bed, 1 bath
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3856 West St
Oakland, California 94608
ACTIVE
CONDITION: FAIR
4Beds
1Baths
1,678Sq Ft
3,200Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$749,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$750,493
SUMMARY
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $749,000—positioned well below the $750,494 Fair Market Value by 0.2%. Featuring a Condition Rating of 4, the home requires significant cosmetic and system updates, offering a blank canvas for forced appreciation. The 1,678 sqft layout and detached garage provide excellent value-add potential. Located near MacArthur BART, this is a strategic acquisition for Fix-and-Flip Investors or Contractors seeking to capitalize on the North Oakland market.
Estimated Market Value
$750,493
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in Oakland.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3856 West St Subject | $749,000* List Price | 4 | 1 | 1,678 | $447 | - |
A 4326 West St Sold | $725,000 | 4 | 3 | 1,825 | $397 | 0.3 mi |
B 3873 West St Sold | $740,000 | 4 | 2 | 1,778 | $416 | 0.0 mi |
C 963 37th St Sold | $836,000 | 5 | 3 | 1,932 | $433 | 0.3 mi |
D 3710 West St Sold | $968,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,720 | $563 | 0.1 mi |
E 1526 32nd St Sold | $880,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,847 | $476 | 0.9 mi |
F 956 53rd St Sold | $565,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,103 | $512 | 0.7 mi |
G 859 52nd Street Active | $850,000 List Price | 4 | 3 | 1,904 | $446 | 0.5 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Fair
TeardownExcellent
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Built in 1912, the property is dated and shows signs of deferred maintenance. The kitchen and bathroom appear to have been last updated 20-30 years ago with older cabinetry and fixtures. While functional and retaining original character, the home requires significant cosmetic updates and likely system overhauls to meet modern standards.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- Prime Commuter Location
Situated in the Longfellow neighborhood with immediate access to MacArthur BART and major thoroughfares, this home offers an ideal location for Bay Area commuters.
- Original Architectural Character
Built in 1912, the residence retains sought-after period details including original hardwood flooring, rich wood trim, and exposed ceiling beams that provide a warm, classic aesthetic.
- Development Potential
The property features a spacious rear yard and a detached garage, providing a 'blank canvas' for outdoor entertaining or the potential to create a workshop or ADU.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Renovation Requirements
Marketed as a blank canvas ready for its next chapter, the home likely requires significant cosmetic and system updates to meet modern luxury standards.
- Inconsistent School Ratings
While the area offers access to some high-performing schools, the immediate neighborhood elementary and middle schools have lower ratings, which may impact appeal for some families.
About 3856 West St
Welcome to 3856 West Street, a charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home in Oakland’s Longfellow neighborhood, offering a wonderful opportunity to make the space your own. Built in 1912 the home retains plenty of original character, including hardwood floors, rich wood trim and ceiling beams, and a classic fireplace that give the main living areas warmth and personality. The flexible two-story layout provides four bedrooms and generous living spaces. Out back, a spacious yard with mature greenery and an existing deck provides a true blank canvas—ready for gardening, outdoor dining, entertaining, or creating your own private urban retreat. A detached garage provides additional parking, storage, or workshop potential. The location is a major highlight, with convenient access to MacArthur BART for commuting throughout the Bay Area, along with nearby shopping, dining, cafés, and neighborhood amenities throughout Temescal and Telegraph Avenue. Temescal Alley offers independent shops and local favorites nearby, while Bay Street Emeryville provides additional shopping, dining, and entertainment just a short drive away. With its original character, spacious floor plan, outdoor space, and central North Oakland location, 3856 West Street is full of potential and ready for its next chapter. Property can be delivered vacant at close of escrow.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1912
- Lot Size
- 3,200 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 4
- Total Bathrooms
- 1 (1 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Oakland Unified Schools
Hoover Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
2/10
Emerson Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.9 mi
2/10
Sankofa Academy
Grades PK-5 • 1.3 mi
1/10
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,678 | 1,630.086 |
| Lot Size | 3,200 | 5,044.686 |
| Price | $749.0K | $1.05M |
| Price per sq ft | $446 | $618 |
| Built year | 1912 | 1927 |
| HOA | $0 | $265 |
| Days on market | 5 | 37 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 4, 2026
$749,000
Initial Listing