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Property Description
In the heart of the coveted Grand Lake neighborhood, this beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 BA home is the perfect blend of historic architecture, contemporary comfort, and walkable access to the best of Oakland. The house is exceptional: built over 100 years ago, the main floor features original Craftsman woodwork in spacious living and dining rooms for an elegant yet warm feel. The large chef's kitchen blends with the home's historic character while featuring a modern aesthetic and quality appliances. Two sets of french doors lead to a deck designed for entertaining, offering seamless indoor/outdoor access to an extensive garden - a lush oasis of mature trees, flowering plants and succulents, as well as a charming garden studio in the foliage. Upstairs, the expansive light-filled primary bedroom and en-suite bathroom with clawfoot tub are perfect for relaxing. The home also features sizable and bright bedrooms, fresh interior paint, a lovely exterior, owned solar, a garage, a large unfinished basement, and an unusually deep lot. This extraordinary house is located on a quiet street yet is just steps away from the diverse shops and delicious restaurants of Grand Avenue, the Morcom Rose Garden and Lake Merritt, and the lively Saturday farmer's market. Come see this rare Oakland gem of a home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 531 Valle Vista Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,500,000
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41101351
- Added to Site: 218 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 9
- Interior Features: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Nook, Updated Kitchen
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Shower Over Tub, Tile, Updated Baths
- Primary Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tile, Tub, Updated Baths
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Breakfast Nook, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Refrigerator, Updated Kitchen
- Laundry: Dryer, Washer
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Alameda
- Subdivision: Grand Lake
- Driving Directions: Grand Ave to Elwood Ave to Valle Vista Ave
School Information
- School District: Oakland (510) 879-8111
- Elem School District: Oakland (510) 879-8111
- High School District: Oakland (510) 879-8111
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Exterior Const.: Stucco
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Stories/Levels: Two Story
- Living Area: 2,284 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1920
Lot Features
- Property View: City Lights
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Lot Dimensions: 6098.4
- Lot Features: Premium Lot
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $523
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1082734
Listed by BHHS Drysdale Properties, Jennifer Griessel
Sold by Vanguard Properties, Michelle Miller
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Schools
Schools serving 531 Valle Vista Ave
School District:Oakland Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School 4314 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA 94611 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Westlake Middle School 2629 Harrison St., Oakland, CA 94612 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Oakland Technical High School 4351 BRd.way, Oakland, CA 94611 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 531 Valle Vista Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/14/2025
Sold
$1,500,000
25.52%
MLS
6/13/2025
Listed
$1,195,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
531 Valle Vista Ave, Oakland, CA 94610 (MLS# 41101351) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,500,000 on July 14, 2025. Want to learn more about 531 Valle Vista Ave? 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.

