Stately. Elegant. Impressive. Bold. Set majestically on a hill this home offers stunning views of Lake Merritt and the city skyline from most rooms. Location! Blocks from the Lakeshore shops and restaurants and popular Lake Merritt. Old world meets modern chic as you enter to fine architectural details: arched windows, a grand staircase with curved wrought iron railing, French doors, original fireplace, gleaming hardwood floors and more. Every room is spacious and beautifully designed. The kitchen has been updated with sleek gray quartz countertops, stone look flooring and features a beautiful 36 inch gas range and hood. A full bath finishes the main floor. You will love the four roomy bedrooms & a renovated hall bath on the second floor. The primary bedroom features a separate room for a nursery, office or future primary bath. The level backyard is perfect for entertaining and play with patio and faux lawn. Bonus: a huge basement with laundry & loads of storage and garage.
Single-familyProperty Type
1928Year Built
5,250 sq ftLot Size
$604Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Leah Tounger•DRE #01400141• KW Advisors East Bay
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40959604
Sep 1, 2021
Listing Removed
—
Aug 31, 2021
Sold
$1,900,000
$639/sq ft
Aug 5, 2021
Pending
—
Jul 21, 2021
Listed
$1,495,000
$503/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40633117
Nov 13, 2013
Sold
$995,000
$334/sq ft
Oct 11, 2013
Pending
—
Sep 27, 2013
Listed
$815,000
$274/sq ft
+18
Grand Mediterranean With fantastic Views Over Lake Merritt, City Skyline, and Mt. Tam. Many upgrades! Wonderful and Elegant! Sunny Home With Very Spacious Rooms. Beautiful Condition! Level out to lovely sunny rear garden. Close to Lake Merritt and shopping. Large finished lower level workroom.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #23001795
Feb 26, 2003
Sold
$680,000
$229/sq ft
Jan 26, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jan 17, 2003
Listed
$629,000
$211/sq ft
Large Traditional home w/Lake Merritt views from its multi-paned arched windows.Two car detached garage, hardwoods, fireplace, wide staircase, breakfast nook.
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #20030121
Dec 26, 2000
Sold
$71,363
$24/sq ft
Sep 11, 2000
Listing Removed
—
Aug 9, 2000
Listed
$100,000
$34/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 25, 2000
Sold
$650,000
$218/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 20, 1971
Sold
$34,500
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,920 (+3.6%)
$604,884 + $1,427,002
$2,031,886
2024
$26,949 (+50.9%)
$604,884 + $1,427,002
$2,031,886
2023
$17,865 (+2.3%)
$593,028 + $1,399,032
$1,992,060
2022
$17,469 (+3.5%)
$344,803 + $804,541
$1,149,344
2021
$16,871 (+1.1%)
$344,803 + $804,541
$1,149,344
2020
$16,687 (+3.2%)
$338,045 + $788,772
$1,126,817
2019
$16,166 (+2.2%)
$334,579 + $780,685
$1,115,264
2018
$15,824 (+3.7%)
$328,021 + $765,383
$1,093,404
2017
$15,259 (+2.7%)
$315,287 + $735,671
$1,050,958
2016
$14,856 (+0.5%)
$315,287 + $735,671
$1,050,958
2015
$14,781 (−1.8%)
$309,105 + $721,246
$1,030,351
2014
$15,049 (+22.9%)
$298,500 + $696,500
$995,000
2013
$12,242 (+4.3%)
$298,500 + $696,500
$995,000
2012
$11,734 (+1.2%)
$239,926 + $559,828
$799,754
2011
$11,593 (+2.6%)
$235,222 + $548,851
$784,073
2010
$11,302 (+24.1%)
$230,611 + $538,094
$768,705
2009
$9,106 (−14.3%)
$228,890 + $534,076
$762,966
2008
$10,621
$180,000 + $420,000
$600,000
Tax history for 550 Radnor Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$27,920 (+3.6%)
$604,884 + $1,427,002
$2,031,886
2024
$26,949 (+50.9%)
$604,884 + $1,427,002
$2,031,886
2023
$17,865 (+2.3%)
$593,028 + $1,399,032
$1,992,060
2022
$17,469 (+3.5%)
$344,803 + $804,541
$1,149,344
2021
$16,871 (+1.1%)
$344,803 + $804,541
$1,149,344
2020
$16,687 (+3.2%)
$338,045 + $788,772
$1,126,817
2019
$16,166 (+2.2%)
$334,579 + $780,685
$1,115,264
2018
$15,824 (+3.7%)
$328,021 + $765,383
$1,093,404
2017
$15,259 (+2.7%)
$315,287 + $735,671
$1,050,958
2016
$14,856 (+0.5%)
$315,287 + $735,671
$1,050,958
2015
$14,781 (−1.8%)
$309,105 + $721,246
$1,030,351
2014
$15,049 (+22.9%)
$298,500 + $696,500
$995,000
2013
$12,242 (+4.3%)
$298,500 + $696,500
$995,000
2012
$11,734 (+1.2%)
$239,926 + $559,828
$799,754
2011
$11,593 (+2.6%)
$235,222 + $548,851
$784,073
2010
$11,302 (+24.1%)
$230,611 + $538,094
$768,705
2009
$9,106 (−14.3%)
$228,890 + $534,076
$762,966
2008
$10,621
$180,000 + $420,000
$600,000
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,250
Year renovated
1928
Sq. Ft.
2,975
Year built
1928
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
023 042900700
Parking Spaces
1
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Aug 20, 2026.
RD
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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
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Re) - electrical - 1 & 2 unit residential (building)
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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Gas
Plumbing
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Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Solid Surface, Stall Shower
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub, Solid Surface, Tile, Updated Baths
Interior Features
Interior Features: Den, Family Room, Formal Dining Room, Office, Storage, Breakfast Nook, Counter - Solid Surface, Updated Kitchen
Appliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater
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