Welcome to 125 Garden — a stunning custom-built home on Bayfarm Island that blends modern style with island charm. Set on an expansive 8,000+ sq. ft. lot, this 2-bed, 1-bath home is minutes from top Alameda schools and the SF ferry. Completely remodeled in 2018, the home features vaulted ceilings, custom wood details, and an open floor plan filled with natural light. The seamless living, dining, and kitchen areas open to a wall of sliding glass doors overlooking a lush backyard oasis. The kitchen boasts leathered granite counters, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a chef’s sink. The spa-inspired bath includes a double Carrara marble vanity, soaking tub, and oversized walk-in shower. Enjoy the outdoors with a spacious wood deck, lawn, outdoor shower, and gardening area. The 449 sq. ft. garage offers potential as a studio, ADU, gym, or workshop, with a dedicated Zoom room and storage. A large driveway fits 8 cars. Upgrades include double-paned windows, tankless water heater, A/C, and designer fixtures. 125 Garden offers peace, comfort, and convenience — a true Alameda gem
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
8,025 sq ftLot Size
$1,028Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Sophia Niu•DRE #01949786• Compass
Bought with Anita Perez•DRE #02045381• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Guy Blume•DRE #01766434• KW Advisors East Bay
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41094133
May 28, 2025
Sold
$1,300,000
$1,217/sq ft
May 7, 2025
Pending
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Apr 21, 2025
Listed
$998,000
$934/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40709352
Sep 11, 2015
Sold
$650,000
$609/sq ft
Aug 24, 2015
Pending
—
Jul 29, 2015
Listed
$669,000
$626/sq ft
TONS OF POTENTIAL!!! SUPER SIZED LOT. BUILD OUT OR REHAB AND FLIP. GREAT DEAL IN WONDERFUL BAY FARM. 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH WITH POTENTIAL TO ADD ADDITIONAL SQ FOOTAGE. DETACHED GARAGE, LONG DRIVEWAY, AND MUCH MORE.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40691628
Apr 20, 2015
Sold
$615,000
$576/sq ft
Apr 1, 2015
Pending
—
Mar 23, 2015
Listed
$525,000
$492/sq ft
"Cute as a Button" Desirable neighborhood 2bed 1 bath home with adorable breakfast nook, on large lot , lots of potential. A MUST SEE!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,631 (+2.2%)
$230,835 + $568,312
$799,147
2024
$11,376 (+4.1%)
$230,835 + $568,312
$799,147
2023
$10,927 (+2.4%)
$226,309 + $557,169
$783,478
2022
$10,672 (+2.6%)
$217,522 + $535,536
$753,058
2021
$10,402 (+1.3%)
$217,522 + $535,536
$753,058
2020
$10,271 (+4.0%)
$213,257 + $525,037
$738,294
2019
$9,873 (+2.6%)
$211,071 + $519,655
$730,726
2018
$9,618 (+8.9%)
$206,934 + $509,468
$716,402
2017
$8,832 (−0.1%)
$198,900 + $464,100
$663,000
2016
$8,844 (+459.4%)
$198,900 + $464,100
$663,000
2015
$1,581 (+6.1%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2014
$1,490 (+7.3%)
$34,601 + $13,400
$48,001
2013
$1,388 (+1.9%)
$34,601 + $13,400
$48,001
2012
$1,363 (−10.7%)
$34,445 + $13,340
$47,785
2011
$1,526 (+1.0%)
$33,769 + $13,078
$46,847
2010
$1,511 (+1.8%)
$33,107 + $12,822
$45,929
2009
$1,485 (+4.6%)
$32,860 + $12,726
$45,586
2008
$1,420
$32,938 + $12,756
$45,694
Tax history for 125 Garden Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,631 (+2.2%)
$230,835 + $568,312
$799,147
2024
$11,376 (+4.1%)
$230,835 + $568,312
$799,147
2023
$10,927 (+2.4%)
$226,309 + $557,169
$783,478
2022
$10,672 (+2.6%)
$217,522 + $535,536
$753,058
2021
$10,402 (+1.3%)
$217,522 + $535,536
$753,058
2020
$10,271 (+4.0%)
$213,257 + $525,037
$738,294
2019
$9,873 (+2.6%)
$211,071 + $519,655
$730,726
2018
$9,618 (+8.9%)
$206,934 + $509,468
$716,402
2017
$8,832 (−0.1%)
$198,900 + $464,100
$663,000
2016
$8,844 (+459.4%)
$198,900 + $464,100
$663,000
2015
$1,581 (+6.1%)
$195,000 + $455,000
$650,000
2014
$1,490 (+7.3%)
$34,601 + $13,400
$48,001
2013
$1,388 (+1.9%)
$34,601 + $13,400
$48,001
2012
$1,363 (−10.7%)
$34,445 + $13,340
$47,785
2011
$1,526 (+1.0%)
$33,769 + $13,078
$46,847
2010
$1,511 (+1.8%)
$33,107 + $12,822
$45,929
2009
$1,485 (+4.6%)
$32,860 + $12,726
$45,586
2008
$1,420
$32,938 + $12,756
$45,694
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,025 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,036
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
074 103601900
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 28, 2026.
R-1
One-Family Residence District
It is intended that this district classification be applied in areas subdivided and used or designed to be used for one-family and two-family residential development, and that the regulations established will promote and protect a proper residential character in such districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Public service
Fire house
Library
Park & open space
Apr 10, 2025 • Final
Residential - combo
Perform a complete interior and exterior remodel of a single-family home, including new windows, doors, and a roof. Increase the square footage of the residence and upgrade the electrical service.
Addition
Apr 13, 2015 • Final
Plumbing - over the counter
Install an automatic earthquake gas shutoff valve on a horizontal gas pipe.
Gas
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 1
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: No Additional Rooms
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Street Level Features: 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Flooring: Engineered Wood
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Stone Counters,Dishwasher,Disposal,Gas Range/Cooktop,Refrigerator
Rooms Total: 4
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Fiber Cement
Building Area Total: 1,068
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Sprinklers Front, Sprinklers Side
Fencing: Partial Fence
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Living Area: 1068
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Year Built: 1920
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 8025
Lot Size Area: 0.18
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.18
Lot Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
School Information
High School District: Alameda (510) 748-4000
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,036
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,025 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Alameda County
APN: 074 103601900
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 28, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Amelia Earhart Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Lincoln Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
10/10
Alameda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.9mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 83° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
14 unhealthy days expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.9 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.04M – $1.26M
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