




1285 55th St, Emeryville, CA, 94608
About This Home
Emeryville Duplex Opportunity! Live in one unit and rent out the other, or add an investment property to your portfolio. Both units offer flexibility for owner-occupants and investors alike. Recent updates include fresh interior paint, refinished hardwood floors, and new carpeting, providing a move-in ready start while leaving room for additional updates over time. Original wood paneling adds warmth and character to the interiors. Conveniently located near the shopping and dining options at Bay Street and the Emeryville Public Market, with close proximity to major freeways and BART, allowing easy access to San Francisco and the East Bay.
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1916
Materials
- Construction materials: Siding - Stucco,Wood,Fiber Cement,Glass
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Duplex
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Dryer,Washer,Washer/Dryer Hookups,In Kitchen,Inside
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Features
- Storage Area(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood,Tile,Vinyl,Carpet,Engineered Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Wall Furnace,See Remarks
- Cooling features: No Air Conditioning
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,081
- Total interior livable area: 2,081 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp,Grab Bars
Details
- Parcel number: 491184152
- Special condition: Probate Listing
Features
- Exterior features: Front Yard,Garden/Play,Side Yard,Storage,Landscape Front,Yard Space,Garden
- Fencing: Partial Fence,Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 5,227 sqft
- Features: Rectangular Lot,Front Yard,Garden,Landscaped
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Carport - 2 Or More,Off Street,Parking Lot,No Garage,Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
- Has garage: Yes
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
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
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 | $4,040 | $48,480 |
| Home Insurance * | $164 | $1,968 |
| Property Taxes | $506 | $6,072 |
| Electricity | $446 | $5,354 |
| Total | $5,156 | $61,872 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-28 | Listed for sale | $799,000 |
