An expanse of level, well-manicured land loved and cherished by legendary drummer, Joseph “Zigaboo” Modeliste for over 20 years, the lot at 337 Chester invites today’s buyer to introduce their dream to this rare opportunity. Centrally located, a block from both BART and a nearby park, minutes from Jack London Square and the Embarcadero Waterfront, the coming West Oakland Development Project… this lot is already a treasure in this vibrant community. Buyers have the unique chance to purchase both the lot at 337 and the adjacent,vacant, stunning Victorian duplex at 331-333 Chester, and live in the incredible sanctuary estate that “Zigaboo” himself has enjoyed all these years. Now more than ever, the notion of home feels paramount. Define your idea of it in this distinctive location.
Vacant landProperty Type
3,906 sq ftLot Size
$51Est. 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
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40913131
Nov 11, 2020
Sold
$225,000
$58/sq ft
Aug 27, 2020
Pending
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Aug 10, 2020
Relisted
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Aug 5, 2020
Pending
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Jul 20, 2020
Listed
$200,000
$51/sq ft
Public Records
May 12, 1999
Sold
$151,000
$39/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 2, 1987
Sold
$30,000
$8/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 2, 1986
Sold
$25,500
$7/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,711 (−8.2%)
$243,544
2024
$5,131 (−2.6%)
$243,544
2023
$5,269 (+5.3%)
$238,770
2022
$5,002 (+8.9%)
$229,500
2021
$4,594 (+173.0%)
$229,500
2020
$1,683 (+16.1%)
$225,000
2019
$1,450 (+2.4%)
$32,251
2018
$1,416 (+41.4%)
$31,619
2017
$1,001 (−8.6%)
$30,391
2016
$1,095 (+0.6%)
$30,391
2015
$1,088 (+1.9%)
$29,796
2014
$1,068 (+1.5%)
$28,773
2013
$1,053 (+3.2%)
$28,773
2012
$1,020 (+6.7%)
$28,643
2011
$956 (−0.5%)
$28,082
2010
$960 (+0.5%)
$27,531
2009
$955 (+2.8%)
$27,326
2008
$929
$27,391
Tax history for 337 Chester St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,711 (−8.2%)
$243,544
2024
$5,131 (−2.6%)
$243,544
2023
$5,269 (+5.3%)
$238,770
2022
$5,002 (+8.9%)
$229,500
2021
$4,594 (+173.0%)
$229,500
2020
$1,683 (+16.1%)
$225,000
2019
$1,450 (+2.4%)
$32,251
2018
$1,416 (+41.4%)
$31,619
2017
$1,001 (−8.6%)
$30,391
2016
$1,095 (+0.6%)
$30,391
2015
$1,088 (+1.9%)
$29,796
2014
$1,068 (+1.5%)
$28,773
2013
$1,053 (+3.2%)
$28,773
2012
$1,020 (+6.7%)
$28,643
2011
$956 (−0.5%)
$28,082
2010
$960 (+0.5%)
$27,531
2009
$955 (+2.8%)
$27,326
2008
$929
$27,391
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3,906 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Alameda County
APN
004 010301200
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Nov 13, 2025.
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
Jun 28, 2000 • Active
Dot - curb gutter sidewalk repair
Work on a new driveway.
Grading
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
Exterior
Property Information
Living Area: 3906
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Property Type: Land
Property Sub Type: Unimproved Land
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 3906
Lot Size Dimensions: 0
Lot Size Area: 0.09
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Features: Level
Zoning: R3
Zoning Description: Multi-Family
Corners Marked: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: No Water/Sewer
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3,906 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Alameda County
APN: 004 010301200
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 13, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Prescott Elementary
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
West Oakland Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
McClymonds High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
2/10 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
$191,000 – $231,000
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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.