1905 Chestnut St, Oakland, CA 94607, USA

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Property Overview:

Victorian & Italianate Cottages in West Oakland’s Prescott neighborhood. These single-family homes blend historic charm with modern updates. Features include 7 rooms, 1,736 sq. ft. (approx.), refinished hardwood floors, ceramic tile, updated kitchens & baths, and original stained glass windows. Some homes have 13-foot ceilings, oriel windows, and intricate woodwork. Basements offer workshop/storage space. Off-street parking available.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Location:

    • 2.5 blocks to West Oakland BART – quick access to Downtown Oakland, Jack London Square, and the entire Bay Area.
    • Quiet streets, one block from DeFremery Park (community center, tennis courts, swimming pool, playground, skate park, library).
    • Shops & restaurants nearby.

  • Community:

    • Diverse, vibrant neighborhood with a strong sense of community.
    • Urban oasis with lush gardens, fruit trees, and planting beds for urban farmers.

Property Features:

  • Victorian Elegance:

    • Coved ceilings, medallions, whimsical chandeliers.
    • 11–13 ft ceilings, eight-foot windows for abundant natural light.
    • Original details: 110-year-old stained glass, vintage Wedgewood stove.
    • Wraparound porch and tiled entry.

  • Modern Updates:

    • New kitchen & bath, updated electrical, lighting, and plumbing.
    • New stainless appliances, dual-pane windows, fresh paint (interior/exterior).
    • Alarm monitoring (buyer to assume).

  • Outdoor Living:

    • Spacious, gated yards with edible gardens, planter boxes, fruit trees.
    • Bistro lights, trellises, and lush landscaping for entertaining.
    • Separate studio with half bath (ideal for guests, creative projects, or home office).

  • Basement & Expansion:

    • Full/unfinished basements for workshop, storage, or maker space.
    • Architectural plans for ADU/basement conversion (potential for expansion).

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter’s Dream:

    • Quick BART access to San Francisco and the East Bay.
    • Easy freeway access for drivers.

  • Lifestyle:

    • Perfect for entertaining: garden parties, DIY projects, and family gatherings.
    • Urban sanctuary: a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.

Virtual tours available: Video Tour
Zoning: RM-2 (Residential Multi-Family)
A true Painted Lady Victorian—your West Oakland oasis awaits!

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Price and Status History

date type price
1995-08-09 Off Market 53000
2013-04-15 For Sale 417000
2013-04-29 Pending NaN
2013-05-28 Sold 422000
2013-05-30 Sold 422000
2021-07-08 For Sale NaN
2021-07-09 For Sale 729000
2021-07-20 Pending NaN
2021-08-11 Sold 1008000
2023-04-06 Off Market NaN
2025-05-02 For Sale 795000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
DONCO INDUSTRIES - OAK 2401 Union Street, Oakland, CA 94607-2417, USA N N NF 0 CAD983608555 0.35
PG&E GAS PLANT OAKLAND 601 2 1ST BET JEFFERSON & MARKET, Market Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA N N NF 0 CAD981415169 0.36
MANNY SERVICES 1600 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA N N NF 0 CASFN0905432 0.47
A. BERCOVICH/SUNSET SMELTING AND REFINING COMPANY 1639 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94607-1632, USA N N SR 0 CAN000909419 0.49
CUSTOM ALLOY SCRAP SALES 2601 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA N N PS 0 CAN000908444 0.51
ACME GALVANIZING 1655 17th Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA N N PS 0 CAD009108861 0.55
CAL TECH METAL FINISHERS INC 841 31st Street, Oakland, CA 94608-4301, USA N N RO 0 CAD040014342 0.75
HARRIS DRY CLEANERS 2801 Martin Luther King Junior Way, Oakland, CA 94609, USA N N NF 0 CA0000080309 0.75
ZERO WASTE SYSTS INC 1450 32nd Street, Oakland, CA 94608-4136, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637185 0.76
WEST RECYCLER BIN STORAGE 1405 Wood Street, Oakland, CA 94607-1530, USA N N NF 0 CA0002059525 0.76

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SAFEWAY STORES INC, ICE CREAM PLANT 2240 Filbert Street, Oakland, CA 94607-2902, USA 2 1989 N/A 94607SFWYS2240F 0.25
CENTRAL CONCRETE SUPPLY CO. INC. - OAKLAND 2400 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA 94607-1705, USA 15 2021 Yes 9560WCNTRL24PER 0.44
CUSTOM ALLOY SCRAP & SALES 2730 Peralta Street, Oakland, CA 94607-1707, USA 1 1987 N/A 94607CSTML2730P 0.55
PRECISION CAST PRODUCTS INC 1549 32nd Street, Oakland, CA 94608-4003, USA 12 2000 N/A 94608PRCSN15493 0.71
FRANCIS PLATING OF OAKLAND INC 785 7th Street, Oakland, CA 94607-3225, USA 6 1994 N/A 94607FRNCS785SE 0.75
LESAFFRE YEAST CORP 1384 5th Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA 54 2002 N/A 94607RDSTR13845 0.81
E-D COAT INC. 715 4th Street, Oakland, CA 94607-3017, USA 60 2006 N/A 94607DCTCM7154T 0.92
NATIONAL AIRMOTIVE CORP 7200 LOCKHEED ST, Oakland, CA 946214504, USA 7 1992 N/A 94603NTNLR7200L 0.92

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
BAY DISTRIBUTOR CO., INC 2915 Market Street, Oakland, CA 94608-4541, USA OPR: Operating 0.61
OAKLAND ICE CENTER 519 18th Street, Oakland, CA 94612-1511, USA OPR: Operating 0.78
ALVIN’S AUTO RECYCLING INC 3291 San Pablo Avenue, Emeryville, CA 94608-4235, USA OPR: Operating 0.84
SEARS ROEBUCK 1955 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612-2205, USA OPR: Operating 0.88
JOHNSON PLATING WORKS INC 2526 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94612-1712, USA 0.89
OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT OAKLAND INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, Oakland, CA 99999, USA OPR: Operating 0.92
UNITED STATES COLD STORAGE 255 Market Street, Oakland, CA 94607, USA OPR: Operating 0.93
EAST BAY MUNICIPAL UTILITY DISTRICT 2020 Wake Avenue, Oakland, CA 94607-5100, USA OPR: Operating 0.94
SATURN OF OAKLAND 2355 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94612-2485, USA OPR: Operating 0.98
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Flood Risk Info

fld_zone very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.2 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles
A 0 0 0 0
AE 0 0 0 1
AH 0 0 0 0
AO 0 0 0 0
VE 0 0 0 0

Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
North Hayward Oakland East 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland West 0 0 0
North Hayward Richmond 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland East 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland West 0 0 1
South Hayward Richmond 0 0 0

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
8 0 0 0 0

Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 0

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very High 0 0 0 0
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