5501 Thomas Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
5501 Thomas Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
5501 Thomas Ave, Oakland, CA 94618
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Listed by Dana S. Cohen • The GRUBB Company
$1,298,000
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,468 SqFt
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5501 Thomas Ave Oakland, CA 94618

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached

Listing Status Coming Soon

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,468 sqft

Price per Sqft $884

Subdivision Rockridge

MLS Listing ID 41135224

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1918

Lot Size 4,100 Sqft

Property Sub-Type Detached

Source Bridge AOR

Property Description

Set on a coveted tree-lined street in the heart of Rockridge, this beautifully updated 1918 bungalow offers the perfect balance of timeless character and contemporary comfort. Ideally located just moments from College Avenue, enjoy easy access to neighborhood favorites including Market Hall, Trader Joe's, Belotti Restorante and Wood Tavern as well as public transit including BART. A welcoming front porch creates the perfect setting for morning coffee or connecting with neighbors passing by. The sun-filled living room features a large picture window, fireplace, and built-in shelving, while the spacious formal dining room showcases elegant wainscoting and the original built-in buffet. The updated chef's kitchen offers stainless steel appliances including a gas range with pot filler, stone countertops, tile backsplash, vaulted ceiling, and skylight. Three bedrooms and two updated baths include a spacious primary suite with walk-in closet and recently added ensuite bath. The flexible third bedroom is ideal for guests or a home office. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living in the private fenced backyard featuring a patio with string lights, turf lawn, and space for entertaining, play, or relaxing evenings with friends and family. A long driveway provides tandem parking for multiple vehicles. The rebuilt detached garage includes a vaulted ceiling, finished walls, high-power ventilation fan, and a French door that opens to the backyard, creating versatile bonus space for a gym, workshop, studio, office, or media room. Extensive upgrades include updated electrical, newer furnace and water heater, refreshed sidewalk, solar, and an EV charger. With exceptional style, modern systems, and an unbeatable Rockridge location, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy classic East Bay living at its finest.

Location

State CA

County Alameda

Interior

Heating Forced Air

Cooling None

Flooring Hardwood, Tile

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Brick, Decorative, Living Room, Wood Burning

Fireplace Yes

Window Features Double Pane Windows,Skylight(s)

Appliance Dishwasher, Gas Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water Heater

Laundry Dryer, In Basement, Washer

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Pool None

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Sloped Down, Back Yard, Front Yard

Story 1

Water Public

Architectural Style Bungalow

Others

Special Listing Condition Standard

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