
Oakland, California 94618
This Strong Value Opportunity is a 1923 Historic Condominium listed at $699,000, positioned well below the $667,110 Fair Market Value by -4%. While the property is priced slightly above current market estimates, its Condition Rating of 3 and preserved period details—including original hardwood floors and an exclusive-use patio—provide significant lifestyle value. Located at the crossroads of Rockridge and Elmwood, this home offers a walkable, transit-oriented lifestyle. It is an ideal acquisition for first-time buyers or Owner-Occupants seeking a character-rich, move-in ready urban retreat.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 6426 Benvenue Ave 1 Subject | $699,000* List Price | 1 | 1 | 634 | $1,052 | - |
A 6395 Hillegass Avenue Pending | $849,000 List Price | 2 | 2 | 862 | $985 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1923, the property is well-maintained and move-in ready. The kitchen features stainless steel appliances and hex tile flooring, suggesting a renovation within the 5-15 year range. The interior shows high-quality maintenance of period details like hardwood floors and built-ins, fitting the criteria for a functional, updated older home.
Situated at the crossroads of Rockridge and Elmwood, the property offers exceptional access to BART, Market Hall, and boutique dining, making a car truly optional in this highly sought-after neighborhood.
Built in 1923, the home features preserved period details including original hardwood floors, built-ins, a classic fireplace, and expansive walls of windows that flood the interior with natural light.
The unit includes a rare, exclusive-use patio shaded by mature redwoods, providing a private and tranquil outdoor living space that is a significant value-add for an urban condominium.
Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 634, other record living area = 688.
With only 634 square feet of interior space, the one-bedroom layout is relatively small, which may limit storage options and feel restrictive for buyers seeking more generous proportions.
The property currently relies on community laundry facilities; while there is potential for a future in-unit installation, the current lack of private laundry is a convenience drawback at this price point.
They don’t build them like this anymore. This sun-filled, quietly elegant condo—with exclusive-use outdoor space—is set on a beautiful tree-lined block at the crossroads of Rockridge and Elmwood. Surrounded by grand homes, 6426 Benvenue Ave. #1 reminds you what character actually looks like. Walls of windows fill the living room with natural light, creating a space that feels warm and alive throughout the day. French doors connect the living room and bedroom, allowing the entire home to flow beautifully. An original fireplace, hardwood floors and built-ins add the kind of period detail that gives an older home its soul. The eat-in kitchen is the kind of place where a slow morning makes sense. Hex tile floors, stainless appliances and a comfortable dining area make it both charming and practical. Community laundry is on site, with a convenient location for a future in-unit washer and dryer, if desired. But the outdoor space changes the equation entirely. An exclusive-use patio tucked beneath mature redwoods creates a surprisingly peaceful retreat—a place for morning coffee, dinner with friends or simply a quiet afternoon outside. It’s the kind of privacy and calm that’s hard to find just a few blocks from Rockridge BART. And that’s the magic of this location: you’re in the middle of everything and somehow removed from all of it. Walk to Boichik Bagels, Cole Coffee, Market Hall and the shops, restaurants and cafés of both Rockridge and Elmwood. A dedicated parking space is included, but in a location like this, a car is truly optional.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 1.0 | 1.5 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| Square foot | 634 | 952.848 |
| Lot Size | 6,002 | 16,731.21 |
| Price | $699.0K | $488.1K |
| Price per sq ft | $1.1K | $502 |
| Built year | 1923 | 1991 |
| HOA | $333.0 | $683 |
| Days on market | 21 | 60 |
Aug 19, 2026
$699,000
Initial Listing
Jul 26, 2018
$680,000
Public Record