285 Adams St, Oakland, CA 94610

About this single-family home

Welcome to this charming 1920s Craftsman, where timeless character meets modern comfort. This beautifully maintained home offers 2 serene garden-view bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room with expansive skylights—perfect as a third bedroom, primary retreat, or home office. Updated kitchen features premium Wolf and Bosch appliances, generous counter space, and a cozy dining nook framed by large windows that fill the space with natural light—ideal for morning coffee or relaxed meals. Sunlight pours into the inviting living and dining areas, showcasing the home’s vintage charm with original wood windows, oak floors, and classic wall sconces. A convenient stackable laundry area includes additional storage that can easily function as a pantry. Step outside to your private, fenced outdoor retreat with a spacious deck, low-maintenance artificial lawn, and lush, mature landscaping—perfect for entertaining or unwinding. An attached garage with interior access plus a driveway provides valuable off-street parking. Located just minutes from Lake Merritt, with easy access to BART, highways, farmers markets, and an abundance of local dining and shopping options—this home offers the best of Oakland living!

Listing description from the April 2026 sale, as reported to CRMLS.

Sale history

$1,420,000

Sold April 2026 · listed $998,000, on market March 2026 · MLS #41128742 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Laura Burke · Listing Office: EXP Realty of California, Inc · Contact: 888-584-9427 · Bought with: Matthew Vance · COMPASS

$1,250,000

Sold September 2023 · listed $995,000, on market August 2023 · MLS #41035105 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: Jackie Care · Listing Office: Compass · Contact: 510-339-6460 · Bought with: Laura Burke · Real Estate Experts

$1,000,000

Sold October 2017 · listed $749,000, on market September 2017 · MLS #40795983 · Source: CRMLS

Listing Agent: SARI COOPER · Listing Office: RED OAK REALTY · Contact: 510-527-3387 · Bought with: ANNE CULBERTSON · THE GRUBB CO. INC.

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