Charm alert! Gorgeous, totally vacant Painted Lady-style Victorian duplex is a grace note on tree-lined cul-de-sac. Rare, preserved Victorian features in luminous front unit (1507) showcase high ceilings, tall windows, and flexible layout -- LR, DR, & parlor/office/BR are interchangeable for different uses. Generous and surprising finished spaces on lower level, featuring family/rec room, TV room, and luxe BR/BA/dressing suite. Separate entry, additional W/D and flexible space provide wonderful variety of options. Rear 2BR/1.5BA unit offers outstanding income or multi-generational living. Both units sparkle with natural light and open to lush, sun-dappled rear gardens. Major systems upgrades incl. foundation & radiant heat. Owned solar system for virtually free electricity! Tranquil leafy street is near BART, cafes, breweries, parks, and cult-favorites Soba Ichi, June’s Pizza, Horn BBQ & Ghost Town Brewery. Very special!
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40955221
Jul 23, 2021
Sold
$1,436,180
$449/sq ft
Jun 30, 2021
Pending
—
Jun 19, 2021
Listed
$995,000
$311/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 21, 2005
Sold
$510,000
$159/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 2002
Sold
$305,000
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,737 (+2.1%)
$279,600 + $652,400
$932,000
2024
$17,381 (−22.0%)
$360,000 + $840,000
$1,200,000
2023
$22,280 (+2.5%)
$360,000 + $840,000
$1,200,000
2022
$21,737 (+124.6%)
$430,830 + $1,005,270
$1,436,100
2021
$9,678 (+1.1%)
$430,830 + $1,005,270
$1,436,100
2020
$9,569 (+4.5%)
$167,395 + $419,186
$586,581
2019
$9,161 (+2.1%)
$165,679 + $414,889
$580,568
2018
$8,969 (+4.5%)
$162,432 + $406,757
$569,189
2017
$8,580 (+3.3%)
$156,127 + $389,197
$545,324
2016
$8,303 (+4.7%)
$156,127 + $389,197
$545,324
2015
$7,928 (+28.0%)
$153,067 + $381,853
$534,920
2014
$6,196 (+25.4%)
$108,000 + $252,000
$360,000
2013
$4,941 (+15.1%)
$108,000 + $252,000
$360,000
2012
$4,291 (−1.6%)
$82,500 + $192,500
$275,000
2011
$4,363 (−3.4%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2010
$4,517 (−41.4%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2009
$7,705 (+9.1%)
$78,000 + $182,000
$260,000
2008
$7,062
$140,714 + $328,514
$469,228
Tax history for 1507 Chestnut St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,737 (+2.1%)
$279,600 + $652,400
$932,000
2024
$17,381 (−22.0%)
$360,000 + $840,000
$1,200,000
2023
$22,280 (+2.5%)
$360,000 + $840,000
$1,200,000
2022
$21,737 (+124.6%)
$430,830 + $1,005,270
$1,436,100
2021
$9,678 (+1.1%)
$430,830 + $1,005,270
$1,436,100
2020
$9,569 (+4.5%)
$167,395 + $419,186
$586,581
2019
$9,161 (+2.1%)
$165,679 + $414,889
$580,568
2018
$8,969 (+4.5%)
$162,432 + $406,757
$569,189
2017
$8,580 (+3.3%)
$156,127 + $389,197
$545,324
2016
$8,303 (+4.7%)
$156,127 + $389,197
$545,324
2015
$7,928 (+28.0%)
$153,067 + $381,853
$534,920
2014
$6,196 (+25.4%)
$108,000 + $252,000
$360,000
2013
$4,941 (+15.1%)
$108,000 + $252,000
$360,000
2012
$4,291 (−1.6%)
$82,500 + $192,500
$275,000
2011
$4,363 (−3.4%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2010
$4,517 (−41.4%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2009
$7,705 (+9.1%)
$78,000 + $182,000
$260,000
2008
$7,062
$140,714 + $328,514
$469,228
*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
7
Baths
4.25
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,810
Year renovated
1900
Sq. Ft.
3,201
Year built
1885
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
005 037901001
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on May 12, 2026.
RM-2
WEST OAKLAND SPECIFIC PLAN
S-20
Mixed Housing Type Residential - 2 Zone
The intent of the RM-2 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance residential areas characterized by a mix of single family homes, duplexes, townhouses, small multi-unit buildings, and neighborhood businesses where appropriate.
Zone overlays
Historic Preservation District Combining Zone
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Aug 19, 2021 • Final
Sl) - sewer lateral (opw)
Repair and replace a sewer lateral and perform excavation in the public right-of-way. Install an overflow device if required. All work must comply with city public works standards and street excavation rules.
Grading
Plumbing
Jan 19, 2014 • Final
Rp) plumbing - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Install a new gas meter for a rear residential unit.
Gas
Plumbing
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
Total # of Parking Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Parking Features: Attached, Covered, Enclosed, Garage, Int Access From Garage, Off Street, Space Per Unit - 1, Tandem
Interior
Virtual Tour
Interior Features
Interior Features: Updated Baths, Updated Kitchen, Formal Entry, Storage Area(s), Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
Window Features: Bay Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Tile
Room Information
Basement: Finished, Separate Entry, Storage Space
Unit 1 Information
Unit 1 # of Bathrooms: 3
Unit 1 Dining Room: Yes
Unit 1 Parking Spaces: 1
Unit 2 Information
Unit 2 # of Bathrooms: 1.5
Unit 2 # of Parking Spaces: 1
Multi-Unit Information
Number Of Units Total: 2
Some Units Have: Deck, Patio
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Building Area Total: 3,201
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Enclosed, Front Porch, Balcony/Patio
Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden/Play, Garden, Yard Space
Fencing: Partial Fence, Fenced, Back Yard
Property Information
Living Area: 3201
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Residential Income
Property Sub Type: DUPLEX
Year Built: 0
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 3810
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Level, Regular, Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden
Utilities
Utility Information
Separate Meter: Electric, Gas
Electric: Photovoltaics Seller Owned
Utilities: Individual Electric Meter, Individual Gas Meter
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Wall Furnace, Radiant
Cooling: No Air Conditioning
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 4.25
Sq. Ft.: 3,201
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 3,810 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1885
Year Renovated: 1900
County: Alameda County
APN: 005 037901001
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —
Home facts updated by owner on May 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
1/10
West Oakland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
3/10
McClymonds High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 82° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
9/10 Air Factor
16 unhealthy days expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Oakland, CA • 94607
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.9 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.9 hrs
5 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$845,000 – $1.02M
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