---
listing_id: BE41128742
status: Active
price: 998000
beds: 2
baths_full: 2
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 1239
sqft_lot: 4800
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1925
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "285 Adams St"
city: Oakland
state: CA
zip: 94610-4126
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.8139678
lng: -122.2571483
days_on_market: 5
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 1
list_agent: "Laura Burke"
list_office: "EXP Realty of California, Inc"
list_agent_phone: "(925) 216-4721"
list_agent_license: 02035552
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-03-31
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Alameda County | Oakland | 94610-4126 | 285 Adams St

285 Adams St, Oakland, CA 94610-4126

MLS: BE41128742 | Status: Active | Price: $998,000
Beds/Baths: 2 / 2
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
2 2 1,239 4,800 1925

Remarks

Welcome to this charming 1920s Craftsman, where timeless character meets modern comfort. This beautifully maintained home offers 2 serene garden-view bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room with expansive skylights—perfect as a third bedroom, primary retreat, or home office. Updated kitchen features premium Wolf and Bosch appliances, generous counter space, and a cozy dining nook framed by large windows that fill the space with natural light—ideal for morning coffee or relaxed meals. Sunlight pours into the inviting living and dining areas, showcasing the home’s vintage charm with original wood windows, oak floors, and classic wall sconces. A convenient stackable laundry area includes additional storage that can easily function as a pantry. Step outside to your private, fenced outdoor retreat with a spacious deck, low-maintenance artificial lawn, and lush, mature landscaping—perfect for entertaining or unwinding. An attached garage with interior access plus a driveway provides valuable off-street parking. Located just minutes from Lake Merritt, with easy access to BART, highways, farmers markets, and an abundance of local dining and shopping options—this home offers the best of Oakland living!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # BE41128742
MLS Source Bay East
Days on Site 5

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Kitchen Countertop - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Updated
Appliances Dishwasher, Garbage Disposal, Microwave, Oven Range, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
Fireplace Living Room
Flooring Hardwood
Laundry In Laundry Room
Cooling None
Heating Forced Air

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Access - Interior, Attached Garage, Garage, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 1 Car(s)
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public

Contact Information

Laura Burke
EXP Realty of California, Inc
License #: 02035552
Phone: (925) 216-4721

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Westlake Middle School public 6-8 0.21 mi 2
Street Academy (Alternative) public 9-12 0.52 mi 2
Beach Elementary School public K-5 0.89 mi 7
Cleveland Elementary School public K-5 1.00 mi 5
Lincoln Elementary School public K-5 1.12 mi 9
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School public K-5 1.12 mi 5
Hoover Elementary School public K-5 1.17 mi 4
Dewey Academy public 9-12 1.18 mi 3
McClymonds High School public 9-12 1.21 mi 2
Oakland Adult And Career Education public UG 1.23 mi N/A
Wildwood Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 8
La Escuelita Elementary School public K-5 1.27 mi 2
Oakland Technical High School public 9-12 1.28 mi 8
Oakland High School public 9-12 1.29 mi 4
Metwest High School public 9-12 1.29 mi N/A
Gateway To College at Laney College School public 9-12 1.30 mi 7
Oakland International High School public 9-12 1.37 mi 1
Piedmont Middle School public 6-8 1.39 mi 8
Emerson Elementary School public K-5 1.41 mi 5
Millennium High Alternative School public 9-12 1.42 mi 7

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842 E 17th St $849,000 4 2 1,716 Active
1331 Excelsior Ave $898,000 3 2 1,488 Active
3300 Harrison St $848,000 5 3 2,126 Active

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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 31, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Laura Burke, (925) 216-4721.