Major fixer with the loveliest views of the Golden Gate you can imagine. Currently a two bedroom with a room down that is only accessible by an exterior staircase. The views are spectacular and the potential is great.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
6,165 sq ftLot Size
$1,135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Andrea Gordon•DRE #01233563• Red Oak Realty
Bought with Out Of Area Out•DRE #88888888• OUT OF AREA - NON MEMBER
Source:bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40766884
Redfin Estimate
$1,135,238
$285K since sold in January 2018$1,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 19% lower than the average sale price ($1.40M) of 6 comparable homes.
There are preliminary plans for a major remodel of this Claremont Hills view home. Mostly level in with a garage above at the street. Lots of potential.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40798741
Jan 4, 2018
Listing Removed
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Dec 30, 2017
Pending
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Dec 7, 2017
Price Changed
*
Nov 28, 2017
Price Changed
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Oct 21, 2017
Price Changed
*
Oct 13, 2017
Price Changed
*
Sep 28, 2017
Listed
*
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40766884
Mar 15, 2017
Sold
$835,000
$835/sq ft
Mar 5, 2017
Pending
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Feb 23, 2017
Relisted
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Jan 19, 2017
Pending
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Jan 6, 2017
Listed
$749,000
$749/sq ft
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Major fixer with the loveliest views of the Golden Gate you can imagine. Currently a two bedroom with a room down that is only accessible by an exterior staircase. The views are spectacular and the potential is great.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40740420
Aug 6, 2016
Sold
$650,000
$650/sq ft
Aug 5, 2016
Sold
$650,000
$650/sq ft
Jun 10, 2016
Pending
—
May 31, 2016
Relisted
—
May 27, 2016
Pending
—
May 13, 2016
Listed
$749,000
$749/sq ft
May 13, 2016
Listed
$749,000
$749/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,894 (+4.3%)
$290,141 + $870,424
$1,160,565
2024
$16,192 (−5.3%)
$290,141 + $870,424
$1,160,565
2023
$17,094 (+1.7%)
$284,452 + $853,357
$1,137,809
2022
$16,814 (+3.0%)
$273,408 + $820,225
$1,093,633
2021
$16,323 (+1.1%)
$273,408 + $820,225
$1,093,633
2020
$16,146 (+3.2%)
$268,048 + $804,145
$1,072,193
2019
$15,639 (+19.2%)
$265,302 + $795,906
$1,061,208
2018
$13,115 (+3.8%)
$260,100 + $780,300
$1,040,400
2017
$12,637 (+18.3%)
$250,500 + $584,500
$835,000
2016
$10,686 (+398.9%)
$250,500 + $584,500
$835,000
2015
$2,142 (+7.5%)
$210,000 + $490,000
$700,000
2014
$1,993 (−2.3%)
$34,001 + $39,401
$73,402
2013
$2,041 (+2.9%)
$34,001 + $39,401
$73,402
2012
$1,983 (−5.3%)
$33,848 + $39,223
$73,071
2011
$2,093 (+10.4%)
$33,184 + $38,454
$71,638
2010
$1,895 (−4.4%)
$32,533 + $37,700
$70,233
2009
$1,982 (+6.5%)
$32,290 + $37,419
$69,709
2008
$1,861
$32,367 + $37,508
$69,875
Tax history for 841 Alvarado Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$16,894 (+4.3%)
$290,141 + $870,424
$1,160,565
2024
$16,192 (−5.3%)
$290,141 + $870,424
$1,160,565
2023
$17,094 (+1.7%)
$284,452 + $853,357
$1,137,809
2022
$16,814 (+3.0%)
$273,408 + $820,225
$1,093,633
2021
$16,323 (+1.1%)
$273,408 + $820,225
$1,093,633
2020
$16,146 (+3.2%)
$268,048 + $804,145
$1,072,193
2019
$15,639 (+19.2%)
$265,302 + $795,906
$1,061,208
2018
$13,115 (+3.8%)
$260,100 + $780,300
$1,040,400
2017
$12,637 (+18.3%)
$250,500 + $584,500
$835,000
2016
$10,686 (+398.9%)
$250,500 + $584,500
$835,000
2015
$2,142 (+7.5%)
$210,000 + $490,000
$700,000
2014
$1,993 (−2.3%)
$34,001 + $39,401
$73,402
2013
$2,041 (+2.9%)
$34,001 + $39,401
$73,402
2012
$1,983 (−5.3%)
$33,848 + $39,223
$73,071
2011
$2,093 (+10.4%)
$33,184 + $38,454
$71,638
2010
$1,895 (−4.4%)
$32,533 + $37,700
$70,233
2009
$1,982 (+6.5%)
$32,290 + $37,419
$69,709
2008
$1,861
$32,367 + $37,508
$69,875
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
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
Aug 27, 2024 • Final
Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Install a double pole breaker from the main panel to the outdoor heating and air conditioning unit. Install a switch and outlet at the indoor unit according to code.
Electrical
Aug 15, 2024 • Final
Rm) - mechanical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Design and install a ducted mini-split heat pump system. The installation includes an outdoor unit and an air handler located in the basement.
Heat pump
HVAC
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
Interior
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Fair
Building Style Type: L-Shape
Construction Type: Wood
Building Construction Quality: Average
View Information
View: Excellent
Property Information
Subdivision Name: CLAREMONT ESTATES
Living Sq. Ft: 1,000
Building Sq. Ft: 1,000
# of Units: 1
# of Stories: 1
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Undefined Type - 1 Car Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Undefined Type - 1 Car
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,165
Legal Lot Number: 42
Municipality Name: OAKLAND INCORP
Acres: 0.1415
County Use Description: SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL HOME
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,000
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,165 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Alameda County
APN: 048H766100200
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 27, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Chabot Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
9/10
Claremont Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
9/10
Oakland Technical High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.2mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
4 days above 86° expected this year, 8 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, 15 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$1.08M – $1.31M
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