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479 42Nd St Oakland, CA 94609

3 Beds

3.5 Baths

2,366 SqFt

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Sun Sep 20, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

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Key Details

Property Type Townhouse

Sub Type Townhouse

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,366 sqft

Price per Sqft $581

Subdivision Temescal

MLS Listing ID 41148411

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 3

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $113/mo

HOA Y/N Yes

Year Built 1915

Lot Size 3,400 Sqft

Acres 0.07

Property Sub-Type Townhouse

Property Description

There is something compelling about a historic home that doesn't just preserve the past, but gives it entirely new life. Originally built as a church in 1911, this extraordinary three-level residence has been comprehensively reconstructed from the studs, thoughtfully balancing original character with the comfort and precision of contemporary design. At the heart of the home is its history. Douglas fir framing, roof rafters, and structural lumber from the original church were reclaimed, resawn into finish-grade material, and reincorporated throughout as custom wainscoting, baseboards, window and door trim, and other Craftsman-inspired details. The home's original tongue-and-groove Douglas fir flooring was likewise preserved, refinished, and reinstalled, retaining the markings, variation, and century-old patina that make it feel distinctly of its time. The main level unfolds as one expansive living environment beneath dramatic 14- to 16-foot ceilings, with kitchen, dining, and living spaces flowing together. A fireplace anchors the living room, while the kitchen serves as the social heart of the floor—finished with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, a generous island with eating bar, and a range framed by a bespoke Zellige-tile alcove. A pot filler and new stainless appliances add function without compromising character. A private office, powder room, in-home laundry, and direct interior access to the one-car garage complete this level. Upstairs, two bedrooms each enjoy their own ensuite bath, separated from the home's social spaces below. A landing between the second and third floors opens onto an exterior balcony deck with neighborhood views—a tucked-away place to pause. The entire third floor is reserved for the primary suite: a generous sitting area leads to a spa-like ensuite with a freestanding soaking tub, separate walk-in shower, double vanity, and heated tile floors. Beneath it all is entirely new infrastructure: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, seismic reinforcement with new shear walls, fire sprinklers, roof, gutters, insulation, dual-pane low-E windows, and added soundproofing for privacy. Just beyond the front door, Temescal's lively mix of restaurants, cafés, and shops is steps away, with MacArthur BART and quick freeway access keeping San Francisco within easy reach. This is a home that feels both deeply rooted and entirely of the moment—honoring where it came from while looking confidently toward what's next.

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Rooms

Basement Crawl Space

Interior

Interior Features Conversion, Dining Area, Office, Updated Kitchen

Heating Individual Rm Controls

Cooling Room Air, See Remarks

Flooring Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Electric, Living Room

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Screens

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Range, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater

Laundry In Kitchen

Exterior

Exterior Feature Unit Faces Street, Garden, Front Yard, Sprinklers Automatic, Sprinklers Front, Entry Gate

Garage Spaces 1.0

Pool None

Utilities Available Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter

Total Parking Spaces 1

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot, Level, Zero Lot Line, Front Yard, Landscaped

Foundation Raised, Concrete Perimeter, Earthquake Braced

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow

Level or Stories Three or More Stories

New Construction Yes

Others

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Listed by Claudia Mills • KW Advisors East Bay

Tracy Sichterman

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Tracy Sichterman

479 42Nd St Oakland, CA 94609

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