Property Details
About this Property
There are homes that witness history, and then there are homes that survive it, waiting patiently for the day someone decides they're worth saving. If you've ever said, I want a home with character,'' congratulations, this one has been building it since the 1850s. This circa-1850s Victorian in West Oakland has been brought back with uncommon care. Once in visible disrepair, it has been meticulously renovated, updated, and restored by its current owner - honoring the craftsmanship of another century while rebuilding the home for the realities of this one. The result is both timeless and surprisingly modern: new walls, upgraded insulation, and double-pane windows that create an interior that is unexpectedly quiet and comfortable. The home is now a two-unit residence (duplex) - a configuration that speaks to the way people live today. The upper unit offers 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, complemented by a fourth room behind French doors for a private office, library or studio, a flexible space that makes the home feel larger and more livable. With 11+ foot ceilings and generous light, the rooms carry the scale of the Victorian era while meeting modern needs. The lower unit is a legal 2-bedroom/1-bath ADU, thoughtfully finished and well-scaled. Ideal for multi-generational living, long-
MLS Listing Information
MLS #
SF426107836
MLS Source
San Francisco Association of Realtors® MLS
Days on Site
6
Interior Features
Appliances
Cooktop - Gas, Garbage Disposal, Oven - Self Cleaning, Oven Range - Built-In, Oven Range - Electric
Flooring
Wood
Laundry
Coin Operated
Cooling
Ceiling Fan
Heating
Heat Pump, Heating - 2+ Units, Separate
Exterior Features
Style
Victorian
Parking, School, and Other Information
Garage/Parking
Attached Garage, Electric Car Hookup, Garage, Gate/Door Opener, Side By Side, Garage: 0 Car(s)
Elementary District
Oakland Unified
High School District
Oakland Unified
Sewer
Public Sewer
Water
Public
HOA Fee
$0
Unit Information
| # Buildings | # Leased Units | # Total Units |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Unit # | Sq Ft | Beds | Baths | Rent |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,250 | 3 | 2/0 | $3,800 |
| 2 | 775 | 2 | 0/0 | $2,800 |
Neighborhood: Around This Home
Neighborhood: Local Demographics
Nearby Homes for Sale
1414 12th St is a Duplex in Oakland, CA 94607. This 1,779 square foot property sits on a 2,640 Sq Ft Lot and features – bedrooms & – full bathrooms. It is currently priced at $950,000 and was built in 1910. This address can also be written as 1414 12th St, Oakland, CA 94607.
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This listing information is up-to-date as of March 02, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Herb Alston, (415) 336-1982
