551 53rd Street, Oakland, CA 94609-1927, USA

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Property Overview:

551 53rd St is a duplex in Oakland, CA, built in 1912. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,031 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage. The estimated home value is $864,500.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 29.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 24.2% (higher than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Oakland International High, Emerson Elementary, and Claremont Middle.

    • Average SAT score: 776 (below state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 60.3% white-collar jobs, 39.8% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 7.7% (higher than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 21,705 (0.1% growth since 2000).
    • 47.1% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (25.91%); second largest: 35-44 years (17.67%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 43.9°F (January), 73.8°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 29.9 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $40,648.
    • Average annual spending: $37,540.

Property Features:

  • Remodeled duplex blending vintage charm with modern updates.
  • Two spacious units with abundant natural light, new windows, paint, flooring, and fixtures.
  • Kitchens: Stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry.
  • Bathrooms: Tile floors, modern vanities, tub/shower combo or full stall shower.
  • Flexible living options: Rent one unit, use as in-law suite, or potential to build an ADU.
  • Exterior: Low-maintenance landscaping, deep fenced backyard, off-street parking, new porch, redwood decking, new roof.
  • Certified remodel work: Sewer lateral, sidewalk, and permits up to date.
  • Walk Score: 96 – steps from Temescal Alley, restaurants, shopping, bars, coffee shops, and parks.
  • Close to: Telegraph Avenue, UCSF Children’s Hospital, Frogs Park, Ashby/Rockridge BART.

Location Benefits:

  • Highly walkable and vibrant Shafter/NOBE neighborhood.
  • Great investment opportunity with income potential.
  • Commuter-friendly: Easy access to BART and major transit.
  • Part of the Temescal School District.
  • Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and community amenities.
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Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-01 Off Market NaN
2019-10-04 For Sale NaN
2023-01-26 For Sale 748000
2023-02-28 For Sale NaN
2023-03-09 Delisted NaN
2023-03-27 Delisted NaN
2023-05-09 Sold 750000
2023-05-12 Sold 750000
2024-01-26 For Sale 748000
2024-04-13 For Sale 793371
2024-08-02 For Sale 1097000
2024-09-05 For Sale 1098000
2024-12-07 For Sale 1095000
2024-12-23 For Sale 1099000
2024-12-28 Pending 1095000
2025-03-10 Pending NaN
2025-04-08 For Sale 1049000
2025-04-13 For Sale NaN
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
GRANT LABORATORIES 6020 Adeline Street, Oakland, CA 94608-1424, USA N N NF 0 CAD093982866 0.69

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
FLECTO CO INC 1000 45th Street, Oakland, CA 94601, USA 11 1998 N/A 94608FLCTC10004 0.69
FRANK W DUNNE CO 1007 41st Street, Oakland, CA 94608-3772, USA 7 1991 N/A 94608FRNKW10074 0.86
BERKELEY FARMS CORP 4550 San Pablo Avenue, Emeryville, CA 94608-3388, USA 6 1997 N/A 94608BRKLY4550S 0.96

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

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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 1 1
AE 0 0 1 0
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
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 1
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Traffic Noise by Hour x Weekday

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