530 E 8th St 207, Oakland, California 94606, Oakland, 94606 - 1 bed, 1 bath
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Oakland, California 94606
Analysis of 530 E 8th St 207, Oakland, California 94606 is currently available with a list price of $525,000. 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.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Although the property is a unique live-work loft with functional industrial systems (exposed HVAC, skylights), the kitchen and bathroom finishes are dated. The oak cabinetry and black appliances suggest a renovation that is likely 20-25 years old, fitting the 'Fair' criteria for needing minor cosmetic updates despite being move-in ready.
Elementary School: Crocker Highlands Elementary School (9/10).
Boasting over 2,400 sq ft of versatile live-work space, this loft offers an exceptional footprint for artists, makers, or entrepreneurs at a highly competitive price per square foot for the Oakland market.
The property features soaring ceilings, abundant natural light from multiple skylights, and rare industrial elements like a working conveyor belt, providing a distinct and authentic loft aesthetic that is hard to replicate.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2464, other record living area = 1866.
The monthly association fee of $958 is significant, which may deter budget-conscious buyers and impacts the overall monthly affordability of the unit despite the attractive list price.
With only one bedroom and one bathroom across nearly 2,500 sq ft, the 2/3 workspace configuration is highly niche, potentially limiting its appeal to traditional residential buyers or families.
Extraordinary live-work loft featuring over 2,400 sq ft of creative space. The floor plan is intelligently divided into two distinct areas: ~1/3 is living (kitchen, dining/ living, bath and loft/bedroom) and ~2/3 is an open workspace. Workspace can be divided if desired. Included in workspace are: an enclosed structure formerly used as a photographic darkroom, a sound-absorbing work pod, and a stand-alone office with usable “roof top”. High ceilings dotted with skylights provide gorgeous natural light from above, and exposed vents reinforce a modern-industrial feel. Rare feature: working conveyor belt (shared with one neighbor) can transport items from ground level directly to the loft. Free community laundry, plus hook ups in unit. Easy access to 880 fwy, Lake Merritt or Jack London Square, and less than 1 mile to Brooklyn Basin / waterfront. For makers, people running a home office, or folks who simply need space to think differently - this live-work loft can be considered their personal headquarters. Please note that staging has been removed from the property.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 0.7 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.1 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 2,464 | 1,032 |
| Lot Size | 14,997 | 17,988 |
| Price | $525.0K | $523.2K |
| Price per sq ft | $213 | $487 |
| Built year | 1956 | 1975 |
| HOA | $958.0 | $730 |
| Days on market | 28 | 53 |
Jun 24, 2026
$525,000
Initial Listing
Sep 4, 2014
$545,000
Public Record