5540 E 17th St, Oakland, CA 94621, USA

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Property Overview:

5540 E 17th St is a single-family home in Oakland, CA, built in 1920. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and approximately 1,239 sq. ft. of living space on a 3,920 sq. ft. lot. The home includes a detached garage (with potential for ADU), gated front yard, and is currently listed at $565,000 (estimated value around $549,800).

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 31.2% (higher than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 21% (higher than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Alternatives in Action, Horace Mann Elementary, and Aurum Preparatory Academy.

    • Average SAT score: 964 (below state average of 975).

  • Job Market:

    • 57.1% blue-collar jobs, 42.9% white-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 10.7% (higher than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 27,683 (4% growth since 2000).
    • 71% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.4%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

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

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 45.1°F (January), 74.8°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 25.6 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $33,147.
    • Average annual spending: $33,136.

Property Features:

  • Move-in ready and inviting with a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.
  • Oversized kitchenette area—ideal for cooking and socializing.
  • Dedicated laundry room with wall-mounted cabinets.
  • Spacious backyard:
    • Room to dine, sun-bathe, play basketball, and enjoy the grass.
    • Tool shed for extra storage.
  • Fully fenced for privacy and security.
  • Detached garage and long driveway for ample parking.
  • Seller is flexible/motivated—potential for negotiation or bonus.

Location Benefits:

  • Convenient location in the Seminary neighborhood (ZIP code 94621).
  • Suitable for families, homeowners, or investors.
  • Easy access to local amenities and transportation.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1995-08-10 Sold 91318
1995-11-03 Off Market 68000
1996-03-20 Sold 122000
1998-03-01 For Sale 136000
1998-06-19 For Sale 136000
1999-09-26 For Sale 150000
2002-12-20 Sold 108000
2003-04-30 Sold 260000
2014-10-29 Rental 1900
2018-11-28 Rental 3000
2018-12-01 Rental 2800
2022-01-27 For Sale 658888
2022-03-24 For Sale 625000
2022-03-31 Delisted NaN
2022-06-12 Off Market NaN
2022-06-13 For Sale 640000
2022-06-14 Pending NaN
2022-07-15 For Sale 625000
2022-07-20 For Sale 600000
2022-08-16 For Sale 595000
2022-09-02 For Sale 575000
2022-09-11 Delisted NaN
2022-09-12 Rental 3298
2025-03-14 For Sale 565000
2025-03-19 Off Market NaN
2025-04-25 For Sale 565000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SINCLAIR & VALENTINE 1104 57th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621-4428, USA N N NF 0 CAD000095158 0.52
FERRO ENAMELING CO 1100 57th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621-4428, USA N N NF 0 CAD009132531 0.54
L&M PLATING CO 920 54th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601-5619, USA N N NF 0 CAD028797272 0.56
NATIONAL LEAD CO & 47th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637144 0.57
NL INDS INC PIGMENTS & CHEM DIV 4701 San Leandro Street, Oakland, CA 94601-5100, USA N N NF 0 CAD980637151 0.77
VOLVO WHITE TRUCK 5050 Coliseum Way, Oakland, CA 94601-5014, USA N N NF 0 CAD981964364 0.78
STANDARD IRON & METALS COMPANY 801 69th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621, USA N N NF 0 CAL000031937 0.90
ALLIED CRANE, INC. 727 66th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621-3713, USA N N NF 0 CAD983621954 0.91
BRANN STREET MERCURY 6408 Brann Street, Oakland, CA 94605-2011, USA N N RO 0 CAN000909323 0.96
WEIMEYER CORPORATION 700 72nd Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621, USA N N NF 0 CA0000084731 0.97

Toxic Release Inventory

FACILITY NAME ADDRESS TOTAL FORMS LAST FORM YEAR RISK SCREENING FACILITY ID DISTANCE (MILES)
TRANSENE CO OAKLAND 1127 57th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621-4427, USA 10 2023 Yes 9462WTRNSN11275 0.49
GAROCO LIGHTING INC 4901 East 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601-5109, USA 1 1989 N/A 94601GRCLG4901E 0.63
B & P MARBLE INC 1044 44th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601-4425, USA 14 2010 N/A 94601BPMRB10444 0.85
CHEMICAL COMPOUNDING CO 791 66th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94621-3713, USA 60 2023 Yes 9462WCHMCL79166 0.89
PRESSURE CAST PRODUCTS CORP 4210 East 12th Street, Oakland, CA 94601-4411, USA 65 2018 Yes 94601PRSSR4210E 0.95
PACIFIC GALVANIZING INC. 715 46th Avenue, Oakland, CA 94601-5001, USA 60 2023 Yes 94601PCFCG71546 0.98

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
INTERSTATE BRANDS (#81) 580 Julie Ann Way, Oakland, CA 94621-4034, USA OPR: Operating 0.92
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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 1 0 5
AE 0 1 0 5
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 Hayward 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland East 0 0 0
North Hayward Oakland West 0 0 0
North Hayward Richmond 0 0 1
North Hayward San Leandro 0 0 0
South Hayward Hayward 0 0 1
South Hayward Oakland East 0 1 0
South Hayward Oakland West 0 0 1
South Hayward Richmond 0 0 0
South Hayward San Leandro 0 0 1

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 0 2

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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