Set among the winding streets and beautiful historic homes of Crocker Highlands, this light-filled four bedroom four bathroom residence pairs the character and permanence of a classic Oakland home with the ease of truly turn-key living. Every aspect of the property has been thoughtfully considered and carefully revived with beautifully remodeled interiors and a long list of behind-the-walls upgrades rarely found in a home of this era. Inside, incredible natural light follows you throughout the home, while a reworked floor plan creates an effortless sense of connection between spaces. The kitchen and main living areas open directly to the backyard, making indoor-outdoor living part of everyday life rather than something reserved for the occasional summer afternoon. Upstairs, find three bedrooms with two that boast a connection with private decks—perfect for morning coffee, an evening glass of wine, or simply opening the doors and letting the outside in. The lowest level adds another layer of flexibility, with both a dedicated office and additional large space ready to become whatever life calls for next: a media room, playroom, gym, guest space or quiet retreat. Beyond the finishes, what makes 4034 Balfour particularly special is the feeling that the work has already been done. It is the increasingly rare combination of history and ease: a home with nearly a century of story behind it, thoughtfully revived for modern life and ready to be lived in for decades to come. A true forever-home candidate, ready for its next chapter.
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
5,140 sq ftLot Size
$638Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Alexandra Andersen•DRE #01998060• Side, Inc.
East Piedmont Heights, located between Piedmont Avenue and the MacArthur Freeway, is a residential and hillside Oakland neighborhood with Craftsman-era streetscapes and bay-facing outlooks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Piedmont Avenue at 41st Street, where espresso bars, indie boutiques, and sidewalk dining set a steady, lived-in rhythm. Architectural details lean toward early-20th-century bungalows and classic apartment courts, with stair-stepped blocks that follow the terrain. Dracena Park adds a pocket of green and a casual place for a midweek reset. Community pillars nearby include the Piedmont Theatre, Fentons Creamery, and the Mountain View Cemetery’s historic grounds. MacArthur BART and the I-580 corridor frame commutes while keeping the area connected to Oakland’s broader cultural map.
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Market insights
4034 Balfour · $1,598,000
DAYS ON MARKET
2 days
The average home goes pending in 17 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
108.0%
Most homes are selling 8% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$1,598,000
Median sale price in this area is $1,269,834. (21% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
15% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Family room
Office
Updated kitchen
Bathrooms
4 total bathrooms (3 full, 1 partial)
Kitchen
Stone counters
Dishwasher
Microwave
Free-standing range
Refrigerator
Updated kitchen
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Heat pump
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Back yard
Sloped down lot
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Built in 1925
Parking
1-car garage
Garage with door opener
1 covered parking space
Construction
Stucco exterior
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41145120
Aug 17, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 15, 2026
Listed
$1,598,000
$638/sq ft
Aug 14, 2026
Coming Soon
$1,598,000
$638/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41078713
Feb 13, 2025
Sold
$605,000
$242/sq ft
Jan 22, 2025
Pending
—
Jan 11, 2025
Price Changed
$699,000
$279/sq ft
Nov 11, 2024
Listed
$749,900
$300/sq ft
Welcome to 4034 Balfour Avenue, a 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom two-story home near Oakland’s sought-after Crocker Highlands neighborhood. Set on a 5,150 sq. ft. lot, this property offers a rare chance to bring your vision to life in a charming, tree-lined area known for its historic appeal and excellent schools. With ample space for customization, this home includes a basement, detached garage, and a layout ready for renovation, from new windows and kitchen updates to foundation work. The spacious backyard, attached one-car garage, and private driveway add convenience. Minutes from Grand and Lakeshore Avenues, Lake Merritt, and with easy access to Highway 580, this home combines prime location with the perfect opportunity to create something truly special in one of Oakland's most iconic neighborhoods.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,120 (+106.4%)
$102,799 + $216,131
$318,930
2024
$5,872 (−3.4%)
$102,799 + $216,131
$318,930
2023
$6,080 (+3.5%)
$100,783 + $211,894
$312,677
2022
$5,876 (+3.9%)
$96,870 + $203,667
$300,537
2021
$5,655 (+137.3%)
$96,870 + $203,667
$300,537
2020
$2,384 (−48.6%)
$94,971 + $199,674
$294,645
2019
$4,640 (+49.8%)
$28,247 + $38,784
$67,031
2018
$3,098 (+12.1%)
$27,693 + $38,024
$65,717
2017
$2,764 (+13.0%)
$26,618 + $36,547
$63,165
2016
$2,447 (−17.2%)
$26,618 + $36,547
$63,165
2015
$2,957 (+4.0%)
$26,096 + $35,831
$61,927
2014
$2,843 (+2.4%)
$25,201 + $34,601
$59,802
2013
$2,776 (+3.6%)
$25,201 + $34,601
$59,802
2012
$2,679 (−1.0%)
$25,087 + $34,445
$59,532
2011
$2,705 (+3.2%)
$24,595 + $33,769
$58,364
2010
$2,621 (+15.5%)
$24,113 + $33,107
$57,220
2009
$2,269 (−8.9%)
$23,933 + $32,860
$56,793
2008
$2,489
$23,990 + $32,938
$56,928
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,150 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1925
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,376
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,376
Year built
1925
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
011 086803000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 27, 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
Dec 23, 2025 • Active
Sl) - sewer lateral (opw)
Perform a full sewer lateral replacement from the building foundation to the street using a trenchless method.
Plumbing
Sep 11, 2025 • Final
Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Upgrade the electrical meter from 100 amps to 200 amps and perform a complete rewire of the residential building.
Electrical
Heat pump
HVAC
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, 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 • 94610
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Sun exposure
67/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 4034 Balfour
$2,140,255
$542K over list price of $1.60M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.4M to $2.8M.