New listing. Classic Traditional residing in the coveted Oakmore neighborhood. Sitting on a near level quarter acre anchored by a majestic Redwood tree this three bed, one and a half bath home offers an open floor plan with a strong indoor-outdoor connection to a backyard urban oasis. The open floor plan with vaulted ceilings flows seamlessly between the living room and chef’s kitchen. The tastefully remodeled kitchen provides the proper space for the chef to create culinary masterpieces. The large island breakfast bar welcomes everyday meals, simple celebrations and will make everyone want to linger. French doors open out to a cozy deck that meanders to a large sunny patio, vegetable gardens and fruit trees. The main level offers a guest bedroom with full bath. Just steps up in the split-level traditional are two bedrooms and a vintage-inspired half bath. Completing this beautiful home is an attached garage, laundry area and ample storage. Close to shops, parks and transportation.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$1,156Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Regina Jacobs•DRE #01435429• The GRUBB Company
Bought with Leonore Deaton•DRE #02091828• The GRUBB Company
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Hajni Cheek
Redfin Associate agent
Cozy home with a large backyard, and a beautiful massive redwood in front.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Nicholas Johnson
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 4042 Lyman Rd
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40951934
Jun 29, 2021
Sold
$1,650,000
$1,318/sq ft
Jun 4, 2021
Pending
—
May 28, 2021
Listed
$989,000
$790/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40866153
Jun 28, 2019
Sold
$1,100,000
$879/sq ft
Jun 28, 2019
Sold
$1,100,000
$879/sq ft
Jun 3, 2019
Pending
—
May 17, 2019
Listed
$849,000
$678/sq ft
May 17, 2019
Listed
$849,000
$678/sq ft
A well-appointed L-shaped 3 bedroom with 1 1/2 baths and a 2 car garage. Features a hardy ancient redwood and lavender rhododendrons in front and a spacious deck overlooking a lush botanical garden on .26 acre lot (11,280 sq. ft) in back. Old-growth fruit trees include apricot, apple, bosc pear, cherry, lemon, plum and grape vines! Bring your vision of an organic vegetable garden to this park-like setting with lavish roses, nasturtium and a gigantic blooming cactus. Sun drenched living room features a lovingly crafted cherrywood fireplace; easy-to-entertain-in dining room adjoins the kitchen with the latest in stainless steel appliances. Updated fabulous hardwood flooring throughout the house and tons of storage, including a concrete lined space (or handyman workshop) leading to an outdoor party patio with fire-pit. Built in 1915, this 1,252 sq ft home offers freedom to bring your decorating ideas to life in a serene setting! Near Dimond park, Sausal creek, and Rocky's market.
Public Records
Oct 21, 1988
Sold
$240,000
$192/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1986
Sold
$52,000
$42/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,349 (+2.5%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2024
$17,893 (−26.0%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2023
$24,177 (+3.0%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2022
$23,484 (+35.7%)
$469,764 + $1,098,118
$1,567,882
2021
$17,302 (+1.1%)
$469,764 + $1,098,118
$1,567,882
2020
$17,108 (+144.5%)
$340,084 + $793,531
$1,133,615
2019
$6,998 (+3.0%)
$336,600 + $785,400
$1,122,000
2018
$6,792 (+4.2%)
$121,119 + $286,111
$407,230
2017
$6,517 (+4.0%)
$116,416 + $271,639
$388,055
2016
$6,266 (+0.7%)
$116,416 + $271,639
$388,055
2015
$6,221 (+3.2%)
$114,134 + $266,313
$380,447
2014
$6,026 (−0.5%)
$110,218 + $257,176
$367,394
2013
$6,056 (+4.1%)
$110,218 + $257,176
$367,394
2012
$5,818 (+0.8%)
$109,720 + $256,015
$365,735
2011
$5,771 (+4.3%)
$107,569 + $250,995
$358,564
2010
$5,535 (−1.9%)
$105,460 + $246,074
$351,534
2009
$5,640 (+7.6%)
$104,672 + $244,236
$348,908
2008
$5,242
$104,922 + $244,818
$349,740
Tax history for 4042 Lyman Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$18,349 (+2.5%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2024
$17,893 (−26.0%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2023
$24,177 (+3.0%)
$375,000 + $875,000
$1,250,000
2022
$23,484 (+35.7%)
$469,764 + $1,098,118
$1,567,882
2021
$17,302 (+1.1%)
$469,764 + $1,098,118
$1,567,882
2020
$17,108 (+144.5%)
$340,084 + $793,531
$1,133,615
2019
$6,998 (+3.0%)
$336,600 + $785,400
$1,122,000
2018
$6,792 (+4.2%)
$121,119 + $286,111
$407,230
2017
$6,517 (+4.0%)
$116,416 + $271,639
$388,055
2016
$6,266 (+0.7%)
$116,416 + $271,639
$388,055
2015
$6,221 (+3.2%)
$114,134 + $266,313
$380,447
2014
$6,026 (−0.5%)
$110,218 + $257,176
$367,394
2013
$6,056 (+4.1%)
$110,218 + $257,176
$367,394
2012
$5,818 (+0.8%)
$109,720 + $256,015
$365,735
2011
$5,771 (+4.3%)
$107,569 + $250,995
$358,564
2010
$5,535 (−1.9%)
$105,460 + $246,074
$351,534
2009
$5,640 (+7.6%)
$104,672 + $244,236
$348,908
2008
$5,242
$104,922 + $244,818
$349,740
*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
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1932
Sq. Ft.
1,252
Year built
1915
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
029A132009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Feb 24, 2026 • Final
Rbc) - building residential combo alteration- 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Addition
Bathroom
Electrical
Plumbing
Remodel
Dec 12, 2025 • Final
Bw) - building worksheet (building)
Addition
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
Parking
Parking Information
Has Attached Garage
Garage Spaces: 2
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Int Access From Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 1
# of Bathrooms Partial: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2021. This data may not match public records. Learn more.