---
listing_id: BE41144508
status: Active
price: 1295000
beds: 4
baths_full: 3
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 2319
sqft_lot: 4224
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1909
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "542 Chetwood St"
city: Oakland
state: CA
zip: 94610
county: "Alameda County"
lat: 37.8175638
lng: -122.2492635
days_on_market: 1
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 0
list_agent: "Kate McCaffrey"
list_office: "Compass"
list_agent_phone: "(510) 522-5223"
list_agent_license: 01355206
mls_source: MAXEBRDI
modified: 2026-08-13
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Alameda County | Oakland | 94610 | 542 Chetwood St

542 Chetwood St, Oakland, CA 94610

MLS: BE41144508 | Status: Active | Price: $1,295,000
Beds/Baths: 4 / 3
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
4 3 2,319 4,224 1909

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Sunday, August 16 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Kate McCaffrey
Monday, August 17 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Kate McCaffrey
Sunday, August 23 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Kate McCaffrey

Remarks

Built in 1909, this lovely brown shingle Craftsman is overflowing w/architectural charm, preserved original details & exceptional curb appeal! Located in the heart of Oakland's Grand Lake neighborhood, the home sits one block from Oakland's Rose Garden and is centrally located between Piedmont Avenue and Lake Merritt - placing Piedmont, Grand and Lakeshore avenues' amenities just moments from your doorstep. A vintage home lover's dream, the spacious primary home features 2BR, 2BA w/original architectural details: coved + coffered ceilings, hardwood floors, built-ins, wainscot paneling, bay windows and a charming turret seating area. The spacious eat-in kitchen, remodeled in 2022, features French doors opening to an expansive deck. The primary bedroom also features direct access to the deck, and leads to a detached bonus space/office in the backyard. The lower level offers a 2BR, 1BA attached bonus suite w/private entrance, an open kitchenette/breakfast nook, and level-in access to the backyard and second deck - ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. The large, fully fenced backyard is filled w/mature landscaping and fruit trees. Off-street parking. Close to Grand Lake Farmers Market, grocery stores, buses, freeways + BART - Oakland living at its very best!

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # BE41144508
MLS Source Bay East
Days on Site 1

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bathrooms Primary - Shower(s) over Tub(s), Primary - Tile, Tile
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Stone, Eat In Kitchen, Hookups - Ice Maker, Island, Updated
Appliances Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Gas, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Dining Area, Formal Dining Room, Other
Fireplace None
Flooring Hardwood, Tile
Laundry In Basement
Cooling None
Heating Heating - 2+ Zones

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Crawl Space
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Brown Shingle, Craftsman

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking No Garage, Off-Street Parking, Garage: 0 Car(s)

Contact Information

Listing Agent Co-Listing Agent
Kate McCaffrey Sheila Mofrad
Compass Compass
License #: 01355206 License #: 02142910
Phone: (510) 522-5223 Phone: (510) 828-8372

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Beach Elementary School public K-5 0.48 mi 8
Westlake Middle School public 6-8 0.69 mi 2
Piedmont Avenue Elementary School public K-5 0.77 mi 5
Wildwood Elementary School public K-5 0.78 mi 9
Street Academy (Alternative) public 9-12 0.88 mi 2
Piedmont Middle School public 6-8 0.90 mi 8
Millennium High Alternative School public 9-12 0.92 mi 7
Piedmont Preschool public UG 0.92 mi N/A
Cleveland Elementary School public K-5 0.97 mi 6
Piedmont High School public 9-12 0.99 mi 9
Piedmont Adult Education public UG 1.00 mi N/A
Havens Elementary School public K-5 1.05 mi 9
Oakland Technical High School public 9-12 1.07 mi 8
Oakland High School public 9-12 1.17 mi 4
Emerson Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 5
Crocker Highlands Elementary School public K-5 1.26 mi 9
Oakland International High School public 9-12 1.27 mi 1
Bella Vista Elementary School public K-5 1.36 mi 4
Hoover Elementary School public K-5 1.47 mi 4
Edna Brewer Middle School public 6-8 1.48 mi 8

Nearby Homes

Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
473 Pershing Dr. $1,395,000 3 2 1,613 Active
4258 Lakeshore Ave $1,395,000 3 1/1 1,691 Active
1020 53rd Street $1,195,000 7 3 2,294 Active
824 Santa Ray Ave. $1,189,000 3 3 1,982 Active
753 55th St $1,345,000 5 2 1,957 Active

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This listing information is up-to-date as of August 13, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Kate McCaffrey, (510) 522-5223.