About this home

Welcome to 1246 79th Ave, a solid 1991-built duplex offering an outstanding value-add opportunity for savvy investors or house-hackers looking to build equity in Oakland. Spanning 2,680 square feet on a 4,400-square-foot lot, this dual-unit residence presents the ideal layout to live in the front unit while collecting passive rental income from the rear unit to offset your mortgage. Built in 1990s construction standards, the property boasts strong bones and a functional framework, but is ready for your personal touch. With tender loving care, modern cosmetic updates, and new appliances, you can easily unlock the full potential and market value of this classic property. Situated in a convenient East Oakland neighborhood, residents enjoy seamless access to everyday essentials, local shopping corridors along International Boulevard and Hegenberger Road, and neighborhood dining options. The prime location makes commuting effortless, positioned just minutes from Interstate 880, Interstate 580, and the Coliseum BART station, providing quick routes to Downtown Oakland, San Francisco, and the wider Bay Area. Additionally, proximity to the Oakland International Airport makes travel a breeze, while nearby destinations like the Oakland Zoo and local parks offer plenty of weekend recreation. Whether you are looking to occupy one unit and supplement your income or add a versatile cash-flowing multi-family asset to your portfolio, 1246 79th Ave is a fantastic canvas awaiting your vision.

Facts and features

Schools

• Coliseum College Prep Academy

  middle · 6-12 · 0.6 mi

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• Greenleaf Elementary School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.8 mi

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• Dr. Herbert Guice Christian Academy

  elementary · K-6 · 0.4 mi

• Castlemont High

  high · 9-12 · 1.2 mi

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• Madison Park Academy 6-12

  middle · 6-12 · 2.0 mi

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• Encompass Academy Elementary

  elementary · K-5 · 0.2 mi

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Price history

• Nov 1, 2026 · Price Changed$499,000
• Sep 26, 2026 · Listed—
• Sep 10, 2020 · Sold$50,000
• Nov 17, 2018 · Listing Removed$145,000
• Jan 5, 1999 · Listing Removed$135,000
• Nov 13, 1998 · Listed$135,000
• Sep 4, 1998 · Listing Removed$135,000
• Jul 11, 1998 · Listed$135,000

Tax history

• 2025$8,419 tax · $474,745 assessed
• 2024$8,086 tax · $465,440 assessed
• 2023$8,404 tax · $447,372 assessed
• 2022$8,086 tax · $438,600 assessed
• 2021$7,612 tax · $430,000 assessed
• 2020$7,658 tax · $269,474 assessed
• 2019$7,058 tax · $264,191 assessed
• 2018$4,968 tax · $259,011 assessed

Home value

$691,501

• Quantarium$691,501
• Cotality$513,100
• Collateral Analytics$750,000

Where it is