Charming 1937 home in the coveted Oakmore Highlands enclave with mesmerizing views of the Bay and surrounding area! Marvel at the panoramic sights from sunrise to sunset from every room! The home's beautiful period architectural details begin at the front door with the speakeasy window and include original hardwood floors, arched doorways, laundry shoot and built-in bookcase. The updated chef's kitchen with new appliances and a lovely breakfast nook overlook the Bay, while the light filled formal living room with a fireplace offers a relaxing area to unwind. The inviting deck off the dining room beckons you to enjoy a beverage and take in the fabulous views. The upper level features two bedrooms with beautiful Bay views, plus a renovated full bath with double-vanity, shower and separate tub. The lower-level has a bedroom and laundry room that opens to the back patio. Every room in the home is positioned to take in the magnificent views. The garage is conveniently attached and the location offers easy access to highways 13 and 580, nearby Dimond Park, Montclair and Glenview shopping areas and restaurants. Open Saturday and Sunday 1-4pm. Welcome home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
6,450 sq ftLot Size
$980Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Dea Campbell•DRE #01734129• The Agency
Bought with Judy Grubb•DRE #01367593• KW Advisors East Bay
Upper Oakmore home with spectacular views. Lots of original details with an updated kitchen and baths. Charming breakfast nook. 2 bedrooms up that share a bath, and an additional bedroom and bonus space down. Down slope lot with a small level area...
at the back of the house.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41034869
Oct 6, 2023
Sold
$1,550,000
$947/sq ft
Sep 27, 2023
Pending
—
Sep 12, 2023
Pending
—
Aug 4, 2023
Listed
$1,349,000
$824/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40913514
Aug 31, 2020
Sold
$1,485,000
$907/sq ft
Jul 31, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 22, 2020
Listed
$969,000
$592/sq ft
+30
Breathtaking vistas of SF, Mt. Tam, downtown Oakland and the Bay take the leading role in this light-filled retreat, set high in one of the East Bay’s most distinctive enclaves. Generous windows frame an ever-changing panorama: dawn to sunset to shimmering city lights at night. Built in 1937, the home retains many intriguing period details, including gleaming hardwood floors, handsome archways, a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, beamed ceilings and a delightful breakfast room. The upper level features two Bay-view bedrooms, plus a stylishly renovated full bath with double-vanity bath, separate tub and newly tiled stall shower. A main-level half bath and a lower-level bedroom and laundry complete the amenities—with access to a sunny patio and garden. Above, a two-car garage gives direct access to the home. With easy access to Highways 13 and 580, a Transbay bus stop minutes away, nearby Dimond Park, Montclair and Glenview shopping districts nearby, this is life at a blissful new level. Views: Downtown
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40222733
Dec 12, 2006
Sold
$849,000
$519/sq ft
Nov 13, 2006
Listing Removed
—
Nov 3, 2006
Listed
$849,000
$519/sq ft
+1
1937 beauty w/sweeping, Bay view in Oakmore Highlands. Huge LR w/walls of glass, vaulted ceiling & striking, brick FP. Formal DR & breakfast rm. Gorgeous, pegged, random plank flrs. Hardwd flr in kitchen. Professionally landscaped, front & back.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,356 (+4.1%)
$483,786 + $1,128,834
$1,612,620
2024
$21,475 (−7.0%)
$474,300 + $1,106,700
$1,581,000
2023
$23,083 (+2.1%)
$465,000 + $1,085,000
$1,550,000
2022
$22,606 (+3.2%)
$454,410 + $1,060,290
$1,514,700
2021
$21,898 (+746.6%)
$454,410 + $1,060,290
$1,514,700
2020
$2,587 (+8.4%)
$445,500 + $1,039,500
$1,485,000
2019
$2,386 (+2.4%)
$31,479 + $74,142
$105,621
2018
$2,331 (+6.1%)
$30,862 + $72,689
$103,551
2017
$2,197 (+2.4%)
$29,664 + $69,868
$99,532
2016
$2,145 (−4.5%)
$29,664 + $69,868
$99,532
2015
$2,246 (+6.5%)
$29,082 + $68,498
$97,580
2014
$2,108 (−1.9%)
$28,085 + $66,148
$94,233
2013
$2,148 (+3.3%)
$28,085 + $66,148
$94,233
2012
$2,079 (−0.6%)
$27,958 + $65,850
$93,808
2011
$2,091 (+10.7%)
$27,410 + $64,559
$91,969
2010
$1,890 (−4.6%)
$26,873 + $63,293
$90,166
2009
$1,981 (+7.7%)
$26,672 + $62,821
$89,493
2008
$1,840
$26,735 + $62,970
$89,705
Tax history for 1931 Melvin Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$22,356 (+4.1%)
$483,786 + $1,128,834
$1,612,620
2024
$21,475 (−7.0%)
$474,300 + $1,106,700
$1,581,000
2023
$23,083 (+2.1%)
$465,000 + $1,085,000
$1,550,000
2022
$22,606 (+3.2%)
$454,410 + $1,060,290
$1,514,700
2021
$21,898 (+746.6%)
$454,410 + $1,060,290
$1,514,700
2020
$2,587 (+8.4%)
$445,500 + $1,039,500
$1,485,000
2019
$2,386 (+2.4%)
$31,479 + $74,142
$105,621
2018
$2,331 (+6.1%)
$30,862 + $72,689
$103,551
2017
$2,197 (+2.4%)
$29,664 + $69,868
$99,532
2016
$2,145 (−4.5%)
$29,664 + $69,868
$99,532
2015
$2,246 (+6.5%)
$29,082 + $68,498
$97,580
2014
$2,108 (−1.9%)
$28,085 + $66,148
$94,233
2013
$2,148 (+3.3%)
$28,085 + $66,148
$94,233
2012
$2,079 (−0.6%)
$27,958 + $65,850
$93,808
2011
$2,091 (+10.7%)
$27,410 + $64,559
$91,969
2010
$1,890 (−4.6%)
$26,873 + $63,293
$90,166
2009
$1,981 (+7.7%)
$26,672 + $62,821
$89,493
2008
$1,840
$26,735 + $62,970
$89,705
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,450 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1937
Sq. Ft.
1,637
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
029A134706000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 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 2, 2026 • Final
Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Upgrade the electrical meter from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
Electric meter
Aug 27, 2025 • Final
R) - reroof certificate (building)
Remove the existing roofing material and install new standing seam metal roof panels.
Roofing
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