Own this gorgeous vacant Victorian duplex, a treasured home and adjacent lot have been the sanctuary of famous Joseph “Zigaboo” and Kathy Modeliste for decades. An immaculate exterior showcases the ornate details and color palette of the era. A completely renovated and soundproofed interior, punctuated with high-end finishes, invites the luxury and ease of modern living, while still nodding to the past in architectural detail. Over sized, gleaming windows usher light in throughout, and an open flow between living and dining creates a bright, delightful space to enjoy. Outside, a lush lawn is made private by mature trees. With BART a block away, you couldn’t be more easily connected to the city and surrounding area. Welcoming neighbors, a park steps from the door, nearby Jack London Square, the coming West Oakland Development Project… this home, and the opportunity to also purchase the adjacent lot at 337 Chester, is your chance to own something truly special.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,125 sq ftLot Size
$395Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Paul Wong•DRE #01977499• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Valerie Hirbod•DRE #01967820• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Chimere Washington•DRE #01880934• Compass
Incredible newly updated Victorian Duplex on a beautiful lot, walking distance from West Oakland BART station! This gated lot is full of life with bountiful plants and landscaping, it feels like you're in your own little world. The street was very...
quiet and there was an abundance of natural light flowing throughout the property. Nice sized rooms with hardwood floors throughout the majority of the space. The backyard is like it's own little oasis.
6 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Rowena Luis
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 331 Chester St
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40913132
Sep 21, 2020
Sold
$975,000
$483/sq ft
Aug 27, 2020
Pending
—
Aug 10, 2020
Relisted
—
Aug 5, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 20, 2020
Listed
$850,000
$421/sq ft
Public Records
May 12, 1999
Sold
$151,000
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1987
Sold
$30,000
$15/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 1986
Sold
$25,500
$13/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,978 (+3.8%)
$316,607 + $738,751
$1,055,358
2024
$15,395 (−5.0%)
$316,607 + $738,751
$1,055,358
2023
$16,206 (+2.8%)
$310,401 + $724,269
$1,034,670
2022
$15,762 (+4.2%)
$298,350 + $696,150
$994,500
2021
$15,121 (+265.8%)
$298,350 + $696,150
$994,500
2020
$4,134 (+7.3%)
$292,500 + $682,500
$975,000
2019
$3,851 (+2.1%)
$32,681 + $151,511
$184,192
2018
$3,773 (+5.5%)
$32,041 + $148,541
$180,582
2017
$3,577 (+5.6%)
$30,797 + $142,774
$173,571
2016
$3,386 (+0.7%)
$30,797 + $142,774
$173,571
2015
$3,362 (−0.9%)
$30,193 + $139,975
$170,168
2014
$3,394 (+1.4%)
$29,157 + $135,172
$164,329
2013
$3,346 (+3.8%)
$29,157 + $135,172
$164,329
2012
$3,224 (−0.7%)
$29,025 + $134,562
$163,587
2011
$3,247 (+9.5%)
$28,456 + $131,924
$160,380
2010
$2,964 (−4.0%)
$27,898 + $129,337
$157,235
2009
$3,088 (+7.5%)
$27,690 + $128,371
$156,061
2008
$2,872
$27,756 + $128,677
$156,433
Tax history for 331 Chester St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,978 (+3.8%)
$316,607 + $738,751
$1,055,358
2024
$15,395 (−5.0%)
$316,607 + $738,751
$1,055,358
2023
$16,206 (+2.8%)
$310,401 + $724,269
$1,034,670
2022
$15,762 (+4.2%)
$298,350 + $696,150
$994,500
2021
$15,121 (+265.8%)
$298,350 + $696,150
$994,500
2020
$4,134 (+7.3%)
$292,500 + $682,500
$975,000
2019
$3,851 (+2.1%)
$32,681 + $151,511
$184,192
2018
$3,773 (+5.5%)
$32,041 + $148,541
$180,582
2017
$3,577 (+5.6%)
$30,797 + $142,774
$173,571
2016
$3,386 (+0.7%)
$30,797 + $142,774
$173,571
2015
$3,362 (−0.9%)
$30,193 + $139,975
$170,168
2014
$3,394 (+1.4%)
$29,157 + $135,172
$164,329
2013
$3,346 (+3.8%)
$29,157 + $135,172
$164,329
2012
$3,224 (−0.7%)
$29,025 + $134,562
$163,587
2011
$3,247 (+9.5%)
$28,456 + $131,924
$160,380
2010
$2,964 (−4.0%)
$27,898 + $129,337
$157,235
2009
$3,088 (+7.5%)
$27,690 + $128,371
$156,061
2008
$2,872
$27,756 + $128,677
$156,433
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,125 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1890
Sq. Ft.
2,020
Year built
1890
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
004 010301300
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 2026.
RM-3
WEST OAKLAND SPECIFIC PLAN
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.
Zone overlays
Affordable Housing Combining Zone Regulations
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Fire house
Police station
Aug 4, 2021 • Final
Sl) - sewer lateral (opw)
Repair or replace a sewer lateral and perform excavation in the public right-of-way. Install an overflow device if required. All work must comply with public works standards and street excavation rules.
Grading
Plumbing
May 28, 2020 • Final
Rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Replace kitchen counters in both units of a duplex. Retile the shower in the upper unit and remodel the bathroom in the lower unit. Replace two bedroom windows in the upper unit. Work includes electrical and plumbing with no changes to the wall layout.
Bathroom
Electrical
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
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 information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2020. This data may not match public records. Learn more.