688 31st St

Oakland, CA
$ 799,000 Beds 3 Baths 2 Sq 1,769
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Encircled by a lush English garden, this Edwardian era house incorporates classical architectural features that are less fussy than those of the previous Victorian era, such as the decorative corner pilasters that adorn its exterior and the imaginative custom built-ins and wainscoting that grace the formal dining room. Happily, this home exhibits the Edwardian era’s wider rooms and larger windows than those of its predecessor’s period, allowing a maximum of natural light to enter. The open layout of the living room and dining room creates a spacious area in which to entertain while not sacrificing the coziness of a well lived-in home. Having all 3 bedrooms on the upper level offers an excellent separation of space. Each level boasts divided bathrooms – a separate shower stall downstairs and sinks in both the “water closet” and shower room upstairs -- making for exceptional convenience. The size of the breakfast room off the kitchen allows both casual dining as well as a home office space overlooking the spectacular rear garden. The current owners have lovingly created the feeling of living day and night in a veritable Garden of Eden thoughtfully designed to offer up blooming plants and shrubs year round. A generous use of solar lighting welcomes evening visitors into the front yard, encourages the use of the backyard as a true extension of the home’s living space, and allows afternoon gatherings to last well into the evening. The Hoover-Foster neighborhood is nearly equidistant to 2 of Oakland's dining & entertainment districts: both Temescal & Uptown are just minutes away, as are the MacArthur & 19th St. BART stations!

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  • Price
  • $ 799,000
  • City
  • Oakland
  • Bedrooms
  • 3
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 2
  • County
  • Alameda
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 0
  • Area
  • Lot Size
  • 0.11 Acres
  • Zip
  • 94609
  • Sqr Footage
  • 1,769
  • Year Built
  • 1904
  • Style
  • Edwardian
  • MLS#
  • 41142795
Listed By: Lorri Arazi with Vanguard Properties; 510-333-2811
Data Source: Bay East MLS, CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS

Features

General

Living Area 1769
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Forced Air,Natural Gas
Cooling Ceiling Fan(s)
Roof Composition Shingles
Appliances Dishwasher,Gas Range,Free-Standing Range,Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer,Gas Water Heater,Tankless Water Heater
Architectural Style Edwardian
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Wood Siding
Year Built 1904
Electric No Solar
Stories Count 2
Levels Two Story
Property Subtype Detached
County Alameda
New Construction false
Property Type Residential
HOA false
Subdivision Name Hoover-Foster
Garage Y/N false
Other Structures Shed(s)
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status Active
Directions MLK Jr. Way or West St to 31st St.
City Oakland
High School District Oakland (510) 879-8111
MLS Area Listing
Lot Size Square Feet 4900
Property Condition Existing
Standard Status Active
Elementary School District Oakland (510) 879-8111

Interior Features

Interior Amenities Dining Area,Formal Dining Room,Breakfast Nook,Pantry,Updated Kitchen
Flooring Hardwood,Vinyl,Wood
Fireplace Features Decorative,Dining Room
Air Conditioning Y/N true
Heating Y/N true
Window Features Double Pane Windows,Bay Window(s),Window Coverings
Fireplace Y/N true
Laundry Features 220 Volt Outlet,Dryer,Laundry Room,Washer,Cabinets
Total Bedrooms 3
Kitchen Features Breakfast Nook,Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Gas Range/Cooktop,Pantry,Range/Oven Free Standing,Refrigerator,Updated Kitchen
Total Baths 2

Exterior Features

Model Edwardian
Exterior Amenities Lighting,Garden,Back Yard,Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Sprinklers Automatic,Sprinklers Front,Sprinklers Side,Storage,Entry Gate,Landscape Back,Landscape Front
Fencing Fenced,Front Yard
Parking Features Off Street,Parking Spaces,Tandem,Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s),No Garage
Lot Features Level,Rectangular Lot,Back Yard,Front Yard,Landscaped,Sprinklers In Rear
Water Source Public
Lot Size Area 4900
Foundation Details Concrete,Concrete Perimeter
Building Area Total 1769
Lot Size Acres 0.11

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Newark, CA office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Unknown Elementary School
Middle School
High School Unknown High School

Price History

7/24/2026 Listed $799,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 94609

Price
AVG $1.32M
$800K
Year Built
AVG 1936
1904

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688 31st St Oakland, CA is a Single Family Home for sale at $799000 with 1769 sqft and a lot size of 0.11 Acres Acre(s). 688 31st St Oakland has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths and was built in 1904. The property's zip code is 94609 which is in Oakland, CA

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