Welcome to 719 Chester St, Oakland, a beautiful vintage Victorian home that radiates timeless charm and character. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence captures the elegance of a past era while preserving its original details. Step inside to find a large kitchen, perfect for cooking and gathering, while softwood floors in the main living areas add warmth and character. The home has been freshly painted throughout and features new flooring in the kitchen, pantry, laundry room, and both bathrooms, enhancing its beauty while staying true to its historic appeal. Outside, the front yard boasts a lovely lemon tree, adding charm and a touch of nature to the home's welcoming entrance. In the back, a nice-sized yard is ready for your green thumb, offering the perfect space for gardening, relaxing, or entertaining. Located just steps from the West Oakland BART Station, this home provides unbeatable convenience for commuters traveling to San Francisco and the East Bay. Enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment, making city living effortless. Perfect for homeowners who appreciate historic character or investors looking for a prime location, this gem is a rare find.
Single-familyProperty Type
1889Year Built
2,800 sq ftLot Size
$437Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by David R. Valva•DRE #00811437• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Noriko Yasui Higashi•DRE #02064050• Coldwell Banker Realty
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41087205
Jul 7, 2025
Sold
$521,000
$326/sq ft
Jun 16, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 28, 2025
Price Changed
$584,500
$365/sq ft
Mar 20, 2025
Relisted
—
Mar 5, 2025
Pending
—
Feb 26, 2025
Listed
$599,000
$374/sq ft
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41080378
Dec 23, 2024
Listing Removed
—
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #30000261
Dec 9, 2003
Sold
$295,000
$184/sq ft
Oct 24, 2003
Listed
$305,000
$191/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 5, 2001
Sold
$200,000
$125/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,225 (+4.1%)
$156,300 + $364,700
$521,000
2024
$6,942 (−4.0%)
$125,821 + $293,583
$419,404
2023
$7,233 (+3.1%)
$123,354 + $287,827
$411,181
2022
$7,014 (+5.6%)
$118,565 + $276,652
$395,217
2021
$6,644 (+1.1%)
$118,565 + $276,652
$395,217
2020
$6,570 (+4.6%)
$116,241 + $271,229
$387,470
2019
$6,284 (+2.1%)
$115,050 + $268,450
$383,500
2018
$6,154 (+4.2%)
$112,794 + $263,186
$375,980
2017
$5,904 (+4.1%)
$108,414 + $252,966
$361,380
2016
$5,671 (+0.6%)
$108,414 + $252,966
$361,380
2015
$5,639 (−0.4%)
$106,288 + $248,006
$354,294
2014
$5,663 (+40.3%)
$102,641 + $239,496
$342,137
2013
$4,036 (+6.1%)
$102,641 + $239,496
$342,137
2012
$3,805 (−4.7%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2011
$3,991 (+8.8%)
$66,000 + $154,000
$220,000
2010
$3,668 (−5.6%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2009
$3,886 (−20.1%)
$66,300 + $154,700
$221,000
2008
$4,862
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
Tax history for 719 Chester St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,225 (+4.1%)
$156,300 + $364,700
$521,000
2024
$6,942 (−4.0%)
$125,821 + $293,583
$419,404
2023
$7,233 (+3.1%)
$123,354 + $287,827
$411,181
2022
$7,014 (+5.6%)
$118,565 + $276,652
$395,217
2021
$6,644 (+1.1%)
$118,565 + $276,652
$395,217
2020
$6,570 (+4.6%)
$116,241 + $271,229
$387,470
2019
$6,284 (+2.1%)
$115,050 + $268,450
$383,500
2018
$6,154 (+4.2%)
$112,794 + $263,186
$375,980
2017
$5,904 (+4.1%)
$108,414 + $252,966
$361,380
2016
$5,671 (+0.6%)
$108,414 + $252,966
$361,380
2015
$5,639 (−0.4%)
$106,288 + $248,006
$354,294
2014
$5,663 (+40.3%)
$102,641 + $239,496
$342,137
2013
$4,036 (+6.1%)
$102,641 + $239,496
$342,137
2012
$3,805 (−4.7%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2011
$3,991 (+8.8%)
$66,000 + $154,000
$220,000
2010
$3,668 (−5.6%)
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
2009
$3,886 (−20.1%)
$66,300 + $154,700
$221,000
2008
$4,862
$69,000 + $161,000
$230,000
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,800
Year renovated
1889
Sq. Ft.
1,600
Year built
1889
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Alameda County
APN
004 009501300
Parking Spaces
0
Basement
No
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
No
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 9, 2026.
RM-2
WEST OAKLAND SPECIFIC PLAN
S-14
S-13
Mixed Housing Type Residential - 2 Zone
The intent of the RM-2 Zone is to create, maintain, and enhance residential areas characterized by a mix of single family homes, duplexes, townhouses, small multi-unit buildings, and neighborhood businesses where appropriate.
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Housing Sites Combining Zone
Affordable Housing Combining Zone Regulations
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Oct 27, 2025 • Active
Sl) - sewer lateral (opw)
Repair or replace a sewer lateral and perform excavation in the public right-of-way. Install an overflow device if required. All work must comply with city public works standards and excavation rules.
Plumbing
May 3, 2018 • Final
Residential building - alteration
Perform seismic strengthening of the under-floor area to reduce the risk of damage according to the approved plan set.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms Total: 2
# of Bathrooms Full: 2
Other Bathrooms Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Primary Bathroom Included Features: Shower Over Tub
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2025. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.