This expansive 4BD/3.5BA 3,577 sq ft Spanish Contemporary home offers arched passageways, prominent radius windows, sunlit rooms, lofty ceilings, red clay roof, intricate iron railings, hardwood floors, and a perfect “al fresco” courtyard. Off of the level-in entry is a first floor ensuite bedroom, with a large closet and full bath including a shower-over-tub – ideal for in-laws or a live-in au pair. The kitchen features a Thermador 6-burner gas range, Bosch dual ovens/dishwasher, and a massive chef’s island with stainless-steel sink. The kitchen/family room open floor plan is steps away from the sun washed dining/living room. French doors lead to the level yard which includes a terrace balcony overlooking the Claremont Hills. A powder room is located at the foot of the elegant stairway that leads to a mezzanine balcony and 3 sun-filled bedrooms, including the primary suite with views of the Golden Gate Bridge, walk-in closets, and a small ante chamber. The primary bath contains a sunken tub, walk-in shower, toilet closet, and dual sinks. The home also features 3 gas fireplaces, a full laundry room, 2 car garage, rear yard with verdant lawn and a cliff terrace balcony. The home is near top-rated schools, parks, and shops/restaurants on Ashby Avenue and the Elmwood neighborhood.
Single-familyProperty Type
2005Year Built
6,966 sq ftLot Size
$748Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by David Gunderman•DRE #01313613• KW Advisors East Bay
Listed by Andrew Raskopf•DRE #01394348• KW Advisors East Bay
Bought with Amanda Kilpatrick•DRE #01950087• Compass
Newer home with a modern layout, large public rooms and high ceilings. 1 bedroom suite on the main level, with 3 bedrooms up, including a large primary with Golden Gate views and 2 walk in closets. 2 level outdoor spaces and a 2 car garage.
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41020507
Apr 3, 2023
Sold
$2,950,000
$825/sq ft
Mar 10, 2023
Pending
—
Mar 2, 2023
Listed
$1,998,000
$559/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40533590
Aug 5, 2011
Sold
$1,575,000
$440/sq ft
Jul 25, 2011
Pending
—
Jul 13, 2011
Listed
$1,495,000
$418/sq ft
+10
A perfect Mediterranean. Casual elegance at its best! Level-in, open floor plan combined dining/living with glass doors to level lawn and patio. Spacious kitchen family room with fireplace. BR suite on main level, Upper master suite with views of the GG bridge. City Oakland, Berkeley mailing only.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40058692
Apr 20, 2005
Sold
$1,650,000
$461/sq ft
Jan 19, 2005
Listing Removed
—
Jan 19, 2005
Listed
$1,595,000
$446/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 30, 2003
Sold
$462,000
$129/sq ft
Public Records
May 10, 1996
Sold
$132,000
$37/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,834 (−5.1%)
$840,000 + $1,960,000
$2,800,000
2024
$39,863 (+43.0%)
$840,000 + $1,960,000
$2,800,000
2023
$27,878 (+4.0%)
$902,700 + $2,106,300
$3,009,000
2022
$26,811 (+3,034.5%)
$559,232 + $1,304,874
$1,864,106
2021
$855 (−23.2%)
$559,232 + $1,304,874
$1,864,106
2020
$1,114 (+16.8%)
$548,270 + $1,279,296
$1,827,566
2019
$954 (+1.5%)
$542,652 + $1,266,188
$1,808,840
2018
$940 (+9.6%)
$532,016 + $1,241,370
$1,773,386
2017
$858 (+17.6%)
$511,363 + $1,193,180
$1,704,543
2016
$729 (−96.9%)
$511,363 + $1,193,180
$1,704,543
2015
$23,364 (−2.5%)
$501,336 + $1,169,785
$1,671,121
2014
$23,965
$484,137 + $1,129,654
$1,613,791
2013
$23,954 (+4.4%)
$484,137 + $1,129,654
$1,613,791
2012
$22,949 (+4.7%)
$481,950 + $1,124,550
$1,606,500
2011
$21,916 (+1.0%)
$472,500 + $1,102,500
$1,575,000
2010
$21,691 (−0.6%)
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
2009
$21,813 (−3.8%)
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
2008
$22,679
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
Tax history for 1033 Alvarado Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$37,834 (−5.1%)
$840,000 + $1,960,000
$2,800,000
2024
$39,863 (+43.0%)
$840,000 + $1,960,000
$2,800,000
2023
$27,878 (+4.0%)
$902,700 + $2,106,300
$3,009,000
2022
$26,811 (+3,034.5%)
$559,232 + $1,304,874
$1,864,106
2021
$855 (−23.2%)
$559,232 + $1,304,874
$1,864,106
2020
$1,114 (+16.8%)
$548,270 + $1,279,296
$1,827,566
2019
$954 (+1.5%)
$542,652 + $1,266,188
$1,808,840
2018
$940 (+9.6%)
$532,016 + $1,241,370
$1,773,386
2017
$858 (+17.6%)
$511,363 + $1,193,180
$1,704,543
2016
$729 (−96.9%)
$511,363 + $1,193,180
$1,704,543
2015
$23,364 (−2.5%)
$501,336 + $1,169,785
$1,671,121
2014
$23,965
$484,137 + $1,129,654
$1,613,791
2013
$23,954 (+4.4%)
$484,137 + $1,129,654
$1,613,791
2012
$22,949 (+4.7%)
$481,950 + $1,124,550
$1,606,500
2011
$21,916 (+1.0%)
$472,500 + $1,102,500
$1,575,000
2010
$21,691 (−0.6%)
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
2009
$21,813 (−3.8%)
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
2008
$22,679
$450,000 + $1,050,000
$1,500,000
*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
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,966 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2005
Sq. Ft.
3,577
Year built
2005
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
048H765402600
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RH-4
S-9
Hillside Residential - 4 Zone
The intent of the RH-4 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance areas for single-family dwellings on lots of 6,500 to 8,000 sq ft and is typically appropriate in already developed areas of the Oakland Hills.
Zone overlays
Fire Safety Protection Combining Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Mar 30, 2026 • Final
Solar permit (for commercial projects, residential projects not eligible for solarapp+, or owner/builder or contractor use)
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Jan 19, 2014 • Final
Rm) - mechanical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Install mechanical systems for a new single-family home.
HVAC
New construction
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage, Off Street
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 4
# of Bathrooms Full: 3
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Split Bath, Tile, Updated Baths, Double Sinks, Window
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2023. This data may not match public records. Learn more.