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Property Description
Charming Oakland Bungalow Near Piedmont Border - Welcome to 159 John St, Oakland, CA 94611 a delightful 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offering 1,164 sq ft of comfortable living space in a prime location. This well-preserved older home features timeless character, a functional layout, and has been kept in good condition throughout. Nestled near the Piedmont border, you're just minutes from local shops, dining, parks, and easy freeway access. A perfect opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or investors looking for a solid property in a highly sought-after Oakland neighborhood.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 159 John
General
- Price: $995,000
- Status: Pending
- Type: Single Family
- Source: METROLIST_Cali
- MLS ID: 225091470
- Updated: 10/9/2025
- Added to Site: 225 day(s) ago
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood Burning
- Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Microwave
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Quartz Counter, Laminate Counter
- Dining Room: Space in Kitchen
- Laundry: None
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front
Location
- County: Alameda
- Cross Streets: Piedmont Ave
- Driving Directions: Directions from I-580 Eastbound or Westbound: Take the Harrison St exit toward Oakland Ave. At the end of the ramp, turn onto Harrison St heading northeast. Continue for about 0.4 miles, then slight left onto Oakland Ave. Continue on Oakland Ave for about 0.6 miles. Turn right onto Monte Vista Ave. Drive 0.2 miles, then turn left onto John St. The property is located at 159 John St, on the right side.
School Information
- School District: Alameda
- Elem School District: Oakland Unified
- Midd School District: Oakland Unified
- High School District: Oakland Unified
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Central
- Heating Fuel: Central
Utilities
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Connected, Electric, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer In & Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: One Story Cottage
- Construction: Stucco, Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Square Feet: 1,164
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
- Year Built: 1917
Lot Features
- Property View: City
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0803
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,498
- Irrigation System: None
- Zoning: Residential
- Lot Description: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Street Lights
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Short Sale
- APN: 013-1117-003
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Schools
Schools serving 159 John
School District:Oakland Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School 4314 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611 | K-5 | 0 mi |
Westlake Middle School 2629 Harrison St., Oakland, CA 94612 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Oakland Technical High School 4351 BRd.way, Oakland, CA 94611 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 159 John
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/21/2025
Price Reduced
$995,000
-9.13%
MLS
7/18/2025
Price Reduced
$1,095,000
-15.77%
MLS
7/10/2025
Listed
$1,300,000
4%
MLS
8/09/2021
Sold
$1,250,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 159 John
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$20,075
5%
$1,326,500
2%
2024
$19,085
-4%
$1,300,500
2%
2023
$19,976
6%
$1,275,000
2%
2022
$18,890
318%
$1,250,000
455%
2021
$4,519
1%
$225,181
1%
2020
$4,468
6%
$222,873
2%
2019
$4,233
2%
$218,503
2%
2018
$4,148
5%
$214,219
2%
2017
$3,966
5%
$210,019
2%
2016
$3,770
1%
$205,902
2%
2015
$3,748
1%
$202,810
2%
2014
$3,713
1%
$198,838
—
2013
$3,684
—
$197,940
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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159 John, Oakland, CA 94611 (MLS# 225091470) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 159 John is currently listed for $995,000 and was received on July 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 159 John? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oakland? You can browse all Oakland real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

