3851 Madrone Ave, Oakland, CA, 94619
About This Home
Nestled on the border of Upper Laurel and Redwood Heights, this charming home beautifully blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. The main residence offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,066 sq ft of inviting living space, where refinished original hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and updated dual-pane windows preserve the home’s classic appeal while enhancing everyday comfort. Recent improvements, including updated electrical, provide added peace of mind while maintaining the warmth and craftsmanship of this classic home. The spacious, south-facing backyard is a rare find—an expansive, level blank canvas perfect for entertaining, gardening, play, or creating your dream outdoor retreat. Framed by a stunning mature redwood canopy, the backyard offers exceptional privacy, natural beauty, and a peaceful setting to enjoy year-round. Adding even more versatility is an approximately 420 sq ft non-conforming 1-bedroom, 1-bath living space, ideal for extended family, guests, a home office, or flexible bonus space. Ideally located on the border of Upper Laurel and Redwood Heights, this home offers the perfect balance of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to neighborhood cafés, shops, parks, commuter routes, and all that Oakland has to offer. A rare opportunity to own a home full of original charm, modern updates, and endless potential in one of Oakland’s most desirable neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Existing
- Year built: 1937
Materials
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Stucco
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subType: Residential,Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Basement
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Features
- Flooring: Concrete,Hardwood,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,066
- Total interior livable area: 1,066 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 3019685
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Special condition: Standard
- Other equipment: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 3,800 sqft
- Features: Sloped Down,Back Yard
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Covered
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Alameda County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $3,534 | $42,408 |
| Home Insurance * | $177 | $2,124 |
| Property Taxes | $1,023 | $12,276 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,132 | $61,584 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | Price change | $699,999 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $699,000 |
| 2023-09-29 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2023-09-21 | Listed for rent | $3,500 |
| 2022-09-17 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2022-08-30 | Price change | $3,000 |
| 2022-08-18 | Price change | $3,250 |
| 2022-07-15 | Listed for rent | $4,500 |
| 2022-05-13 | Sold | $275,000 |
| 2022-01-31 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2021-12-29 | Price change | $3,200 |
| 2021-12-22 | Price change | $3,500 |
| 2021-12-04 | Listed for rent | $1,800 |
| 2021-02-24 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-02-15 | Listing removed | $1,600 |
| 2020-01-22 | Listed for rent | $1,600 |
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