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Custom-built and thoughtfully designed, this exceptional Oakland home offers a rare combination of character, versatility, privacy and breathtaking panoramic views. Take in sweeping vistas of downtown Oakland and the San Francisco skyline from the truly one-of-a-kind backyard. It is an incredible setting for entertaining, relaxing or simply enjoying the beauty of the Bay Area. The expansive outdoor space offers ample room for gardening, along with a magnificent 100-year-old redwood that adds beauty and history to the property. Inside, discover charming hidden rooms tucked throughout the home, offering endless possibilities for storage, a playroom, office, hobby space, or whatever best suits your needs. With its distinctive custom construction, thoughtful spaces and spectacular setting, this is a truly special property that offers character and features difficult to replicate.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
4,230 sq ftLot Size
$781Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Erin Mckeon•DRE #01464144• Keller Williams Realty
Redwood Heights, located between Laurel and the Oakland Hills, is a residential and hillside Oakland neighborhood with winding streets and bay-view overlooks. The neighborhood reads as mid-century ranches, tidy bungalows, and split-level homes stepping up the slopes above MacArthur Boulevard. The character concentrates around the MacArthur Blvd and 35th Ave corridor, where corner markets, casual takeout counters, and everyday errands set a steady, local rhythm. Community pillars include Ghost Town Brewing (MacArthur), the Laurel Book Store, and Mills College at Northeastern University’s historic campus nearby. Redwood Regional Park and Joaquin Miller Park frame the outdoor routine with redwood shade and trailheads. Transit and shopping cluster along MacArthur, while the hills keep the pace quieter.
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Offer insights
3735 Virden Ave · $1,395,000
$1.45M and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $1.45M+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
33 days
The average home goes pending in 17 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
108.0%
Most homes are selling 8% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Family room
Storage
Two wood-burning fireplaces with brick surrounds (living room and family room)
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Tile counters
Dishwasher
Gas range / cooktop
Microwave
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Back yard
Front yard
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property
Built in 1936
Parking
Attached garage (1 covered space, 1 garage space)
Construction
Stucco exterior
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41144928
Aug 13, 2026
Listed
$1,395,000
$781/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,047 (+8.9%)
$32,118 + $50,752
$82,870
2024
$2,798 (−0.4%)
$32,118 + $50,752
$82,870
2023
$2,808 (+5.6%)
$31,488 + $49,757
$81,245
2022
$2,660 (+11.5%)
$30,266 + $47,825
$78,091
2021
$2,385 (+1.2%)
$30,266 + $47,825
$78,091
2020
$2,356 (+7.9%)
$29,672 + $46,887
$76,559
2019
$2,183 (+1.9%)
$29,368 + $46,406
$75,774
2018
$2,141 (+5.8%)
$28,792 + $45,496
$74,288
2017
$2,023 (+8.7%)
$27,674 + $43,730
$71,404
2016
$1,861 (+0.8%)
$27,674 + $43,730
$71,404
2015
$1,847 (+5.7%)
$27,132 + $42,873
$70,005
2014
$1,748 (−1.7%)
$26,201 + $41,401
$67,602
2013
$1,779 (+3.0%)
$26,201 + $41,401
$67,602
2012
$1,727 (−1.0%)
$26,082 + $41,214
$67,296
2011
$1,745 (+12.8%)
$25,571 + $40,406
$65,977
2010
$1,546 (−5.5%)
$25,070 + $39,614
$64,684
2009
$1,636 (+8.3%)
$24,882 + $39,318
$64,200
2008
$1,511
$24,942 + $39,412
$64,354
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,230 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1936
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,787
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,787
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
030 187805800
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
RD
S-13
Detached Unit Residential Regulations Zone
The provisions of this Chapter shall be known as the RD Detached Unit Residential Zone Regulations. The intent of the Detached Unit Residential RD Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance residential areas primarily characterized by a mix of single-unit structures, small multi-unit buildings, and neighborhood businesses where appropriate.
Zone overlays
Affordable Housing Combining Zone Regulations
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Oct 6, 2017 • Final
Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Upgrade the electrical service to 125 amps for a single-family home.
Electrical
Oct 6, 2017 • Final
Rm) - mechanical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Perform mechanical work and replace damaged plaster in a bathroom and areas affected by electrical upgrades. Install new tile on the bathroom shower and floor, and repair areas of dry rot as needed. No changes will be made to the wall layout.
Bathroom
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.
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 84° expected this year, 14 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 • 94619
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Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 23% for direct sun exposure in the zip code. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.9 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 3735 Virden Ave
$1,419,643
$25K over list price of $1.40M
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