Beautifully renovated and filled with natural light, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends modern updates with inviting indoor and outdoor living. A welcoming front patio creates the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee before entering into a bright living room adorned with fresh paint, new flooring, and a ceiling fan, offering a warm and comfortable space to gather and unwind. At the heart of the home is the sunlit kitchen, thoughtfully refreshed with new Cortez countertops, refinished cabinets, stainless steel appliances, recessed lights, a dining nook and access to the backyard. Down the hall are two generous bedrooms, a well-appointed hall bath with new vanity, and two additional storage closets for added convenience. The spacious backyard is a blank canvas ready to become your own private oasis. Whether you envision lively summer gatherings, a flourishing garden, or a peaceful retreat, the large lawn and expansive paved patio offer endless possibilities. Completing the home is a 1-car garage with laundry hookups, an expansive storage room perfect for hobbies or storage, and additional driveway parking. Perfectly positioned for both convenience and recreation, this home is near neighborhood schools, including Mills College, with several local markets nearby and Foods Co. and Shop Rite Supermarket just minutes away. Spend weekends enjoying the playgrounds, courts, and green spaces at Arroyo Viejo Recreation Center or exploring the scenic trails at King Estate Open Space Park. With easy access to Highways 580 and 880, public transportation, and the best of the East Bay within reach, this home offers the perfect balance of comfort, charm, and accessibility.
Single-familyProperty Type
1926Year Built
2,500 sq ftLot Size
$513Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Priscilla Cook•DRE #02075122• Sequoia Real Estate
Eastmont, located between MacArthur Boulevard and Bancroft Avenue, is a residential and commercial Oakland neighborhood with mid-century apartment courts and a broad, transit-lined boulevard feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the MacArthur Blvd & 73rd Ave crossroads, where storefronts, takeout counters, and everyday services line the street in a steady rhythm. Eastmont Town Center serves as a practical hub for errands and casual meetups. The Eastmont Branch Library adds a civic anchor with a calm, studious atmosphere. Nearby Eastmont Park and the East Bay Greenway bring open-air breathing room and a linear route for walking and biking. Housing reads as a mix of compact single-family homes, duplexes, and low-rise buildings set behind small front yards and mature street trees.
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Offer insights
2517 79th Ave · $429,000
$482K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $482K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
14 days
The average home goes pending in 15 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
110.2%
Most homes are selling 10% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Family room
Breakfast nook
Solid-surface counters
Pantry
Updated kitchen
Bedrooms
Master bedroom
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range / cooktop
Microwave
Refrigerator
Eat-in kitchen
Breakfast nook
Pantry
Updated kitchen
Solid-surface counters
Laundry & utility
Washer/dryer hookups in basement
Flooring
Laminate
Heating & cooling
Wall furnace heating
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Front porch
Back yard
Rectangular lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property
Built in 1926
Parking
Attached garage with garage door opener
1 garage/covered space
Construction
Wood siding
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Gas water heater
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41142040
Jul 31, 2026
Pending
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Jul 17, 2026
Listed
$429,000
$513/sq ft
Public Records
May 29, 2026
Sold
$280,000
$335/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 24, 2007
Sold
$350,000
$419/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40198846
Oct 17, 2006
Listing Removed
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Aug 16, 2006
Listed
*
Public Records
Apr 30, 2001
Sold
$185,000
$221/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #21004113
Apr 30, 2001
Sold
$172,000
$206/sq ft
Mar 6, 2001
Listing Removed
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Feb 8, 2001
Listed
$159,000
$190/sq ft
no show til tour. sun-filled remodel near shopping & trans. Large, eat-in kitchen with new cabs. lino, sink. New carpeting & paint. Charming split-level design. Private back yard. Att. garage plus basement storage.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,947 (+2.3%)
$140,666 + $328,221
$468,887
2024
$7,765 (−2.7%)
$140,666 + $328,221
$468,887
2023
$7,982 (+3.0%)
$137,909 + $321,787
$459,696
2022
$7,752 (+3.5%)
$132,555 + $309,295
$441,850
2021
$7,492 (−0.6%)
$132,555 + $309,295
$441,850
2020
$7,534 (+7.8%)
$129,956 + $303,231
$433,187
2019
$6,987 (+23.6%)
$128,623 + $300,122
$428,745
2018
$5,653 (+14.7%)
$126,102 + $294,240
$420,342
2017
$4,928 (+26.9%)
$84,600 + $197,400
$282,000
2016
$3,884 (+10.8%)
$84,600 + $197,400
$282,000
2015
$3,505 (+9.9%)
$64,500 + $150,500
$215,000
2014
$3,188 (+39.0%)
$42,000 + $98,000
$140,000
2013
$2,293 (+12.0%)
$42,000 + $98,000
$140,000
2012
$2,048 (−4.0%)
$30,600 + $71,400
$102,000
2011
$2,132 (+1.7%)
$26,400 + $61,600
$88,000
2010
$2,095 (−9.2%)
$24,000 + $56,000
$80,000
2009
$2,308 (−58.5%)
$21,000 + $49,000
$70,000
2008
$5,568
$25,800 + $60,200
$86,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1926
Finished Sq. Ft.
836
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
836
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
040 338600800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RM-3
S-13
Mixed Housing Type Residential - 3 Zone
The intent of the RM-3 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance residential areas characterized by a mix of single family homes, duplexes, townhouses, small multi-unit buildings at somewhat higher densities than in RM-2, and neighborhood businesses where appropriate.
Rm) - mechanical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Remove and replace a wall furnace in the same location.
HVAC
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 84° 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
Oakland, CA • 94605
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
63/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.1 hrs
4.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 2517 79th Ave
$441,165
$12K over list price of $429K
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