2709 Ritchie St, Oakland, CA 94605, USA


Property Overview:

This is a fixer-upper single-family home in the Eastmont neighborhood of Oakland, CA. The home is currently configured as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath but has potential to be converted to 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. It offers 1,308 sq. ft. of living space on a 4,791 sq. ft. lot. The property is being sold as-is and is ideal for flippers, investors, or contractors looking for a project with strong upside potential. After repair value (ARV) is estimated between $650,000 and $700,000 based on comparable sales.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Location:
    • Situated in the Eastmont neighborhood of Oakland.
    • Centrally located near I-580 and I-880, with easy access to shops, markets, restaurants, schools, and public transportation.
  • School Districts:
    • Oakland Unified School District for both elementary and high school.
  • Commuter Access:
    • Close to major freeways and public transit options.

Property Features:

  • Configuration:
    • Currently 2 bedrooms, 1 bath; possible to convert to 3 bedrooms, 2 baths.
    • Open floor plan for flexible living and entertaining.
  • Size:
    • 1,308 sq. ft. home on a 4,791 sq. ft. lot.
  • Interior:
    • Living room fireplace (stone, wood burning).
    • Breakfast bar and nook in kitchen.
    • Laundry area with 220V outlet.
  • Systems:
    • No central cooling; heating via fireplace, gas, wall furnace.
    • Flat, tar/gravel roof; raised foundation.
  • Parking:
    • No garage; gated backyard access for RV/boat/extra parking.
  • Style:
    • Bungalow, Flat, Spanish architectural elements.
  • Utilities:
    • Public sewer and water.
  • Zoning:
    • R1 (single-family residential).

Investment Potential:

  • Ideal for flippers, investors, and contractors seeking a diamond in the rough.
  • Sweat equity could yield significant returns, with ARV between $650k–$700k.
  • All renovation materials currently in the house can be included in the sale.
  • Positive cash flow potential as a rental or resale.
  • Buyer’s brokerage compensation: 2.5%.

Recent Renovation Example (for comparison):

  • Complete remodels in the area feature:
    • All-new electrical, plumbing, insulation, roof, windows, and HVAC.
    • High-end finishes: Hansgrohe fixtures, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinets.
    • Modern curb appeal: New stucco, low-maintenance landscaping, stamped concrete driveway.
    • Permitted work by licensed contractors.
    • Easy access to BART, freeways, schools, and parks.

Location Benefits:

  • Central Oakland location with easy freeway and transit access.
  • Minutes to BART and downtown Oakland/San Francisco.
  • Close to schools, parks, shopping, and dining.
  • Strong rental and resale demand in a thriving neighborhood.

Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-06 For Sale NaN
2022-11-09 Pending 450000
2023-01-04 For Sale 450000
2023-01-20 Pending NaN
2023-08-29 Off Market NaN
2023-10-08 For Sale 425000
2023-11-15 For Sale 450000
2024-01-01 Price Estimation 461786
2024-02-03 For Sale 425000
2024-03-08 Sold 420000
2024-06-06 Off Market 420000
2025-02-07 For Sale 799000
2025-03-01 Delisted (Withdrawn) 697000
2025-03-18 For Sale 699000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
BRANN STREET MERCURY 6408 Brann Street, Oakland, CA 94605-2011, USA N N RO 0 CAN000909323 0.93

Toxic Release Inventory

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