2618 E 20th St, Oakland, California 94601, Oakland, 94601 - 3 bed, 1 bath
ACTIVE$535,000
2618 E 20th St, Oakland, California 94601
3Beds
1Bath
9,999Sqft
2,500Lot
Year Built
1916
Close
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List price
$535K
Original List price
$535K
Price/Sqft
$54
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
41119352
Home ConditionFair
Features
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About this home
We found 5 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $535.0K(43th), sqft - 9999(98th), beds - 3(55th), baths - 1(50th).
3br 1ba home with some nonconforming spaces. Basement has low ceiling but lots of extra space and an additional bathroom. Dual pane windows. Garage. Floor furnace just serviced.
Nearby schools
3/10
International Community School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
5/10
Think College Now School
Public,•K-5•0.4mi
3/10
Manzanita Seed
Public,•K-5•0.5mi
2/10
Global Family School
Public,•K-5•0.9mi
4/10
Fruitvale Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.1mi
2/10
Allendale Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.3mi
8/10
Edison Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.4mi
5/10
Glenview Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.5mi
2/10
Horace Mann Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
4/10
Urban Promise Academy
Public,•6-8•0.3mi
3/10
United For Success Academy
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
4/10
Roosevelt Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
6/10
Edna Brewer Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.3mi
2/10
Bret Harte Middle School
Public,•6-9•1.6mi
3/10
Melrose Leadership Academy
Public,•PK-8•1.7mi
9/10
Lincoln Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.3mi
1/10
Roots International Academy
Public,•6-8•2.5mi
2/10
Fremont High
Public,•9-12•1.2mi
4/10
Oakland High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
9/10
Alameda High School
Public,•9-12•1.8mi
3/10
Coliseum College Prep Academy
Public,•6-12•2.5mi
4/10
Skyline High School
Public,•9-12•3.6mi
2/10
Oakland International High School
Public,•9-12•3.8mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/17/25
Listing
$535,000
Condition Rating
Fair
This 1916-built property has received some recent cosmetic updates, including fresh paint and new laminate flooring in parts of the home, and dual-pane windows. The main bathroom features a basic, functional vanity and appears recently refreshed. However, the kitchen is not pictured, suggesting it is likely outdated. The heating system is an older floor furnace, and the listing notes 'nonconforming spaces,' which could indicate unpermitted work. While livable and maintained, the home requires significant updates to meet modern standards, particularly in the kitchen, and the overall age and basic nature of the updates place it in the 'Fair' category.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Middle School: Lincoln Middle School (9/10). High School: Alameda High School (9/10).
Energy Efficient Windows: The property features dual pane windows, a significant upgrade for an older home, enhancing energy efficiency, reducing noise, and improving overall comfort.
Valuable Garage Space: A dedicated garage provides secure parking, additional storage, or potential for future conversion, which is a highly desirable amenity in an urban setting like Oakland.
Versatile Basement Potential: The basement offers extra space and an additional bathroom, providing flexibility for various uses such as storage, a workshop, or potential for future development, despite the low ceiling.
Recent Heating System Service: The floor furnace has been recently serviced, ensuring immediate functionality and providing peace of mind regarding the primary heating source for the home.
Established Urban Location: Located in Oakland's Fruitvale neighborhood, the property benefits from an established community, accessibility to amenities, and proximity to several schools, including some with good ratings.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 9999, other record living area = 792. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
Low Available Lot Utilization: The property has a small lot size, more than 70 percent of which is taken by its living area. lot size in square feet = 2500, living area = 9999.
Nonconforming Spaces: The presence of 'nonconforming spaces' suggests potential unpermitted alterations or additions, which could lead to legal complications, permitting challenges, and unexpected costs for a buyer to bring them to code.
Limited Main Bathroom Count: With only one bathroom serving the three bedrooms in the main living area, the property may not adequately meet the needs of larger families or those desiring more convenience and privacy.
Outdated Heating System Type: Despite being serviced, a floor furnace is an older heating technology that is generally less efficient and provides less uniform heating compared to modern central HVAC systems, potentially leading to higher utility costs or future replacement needs.