263 Athol Ave, Oakland, CA 94606
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OFF MARKET

263 Athol Ave
Oakland, CA 94606

Cleveland Heights
  • 15 Beds
  • 6,810 sqft
15 Beds
6,810 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools3 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools2 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Living Area
6,810 sqft
Parking
Attached Garage
HOA
None

About this House

This rare Lake Merrit 8-Unit Art Deco apartment building, steps from Lake Merrit and Grand Lake shopping and dining, could be the perfect investment with upside for savvy buyers. 263 Athol, which consists of two 2BD/1BAs, three 1BD/1BA, and three Studio apartments, will be delivered fully rented at close. Per the public tax records, the property, which is located in the popular Cleveland Heights neighborhood in the hills above Lake Merritt, measures 6,810 Sq Ft on the interior, and is located on a 6,250 Sq Ft lot with an attractive rear yard for tenant enjoyment. Held by long-term family owners for many years, the building has a current gross annual income in the $132,000 range with a 6.5% CAP rate and significant possible upside for the next owners. Located in a wonderful Lake Merritt location with easy access to Grand Lake shopping, Farmers Market, Trader Joe's, Grand Lake Theater, excellent restaurants, cafes, and public transit and freeway access, 263 Athol Ave should provide an attractive tenant offering for years to come. Don't miss the opportunity to add this unique opportunity to your investment portfolio!
263 Athol Ave, Oakland, CA 94606 is a 15 bedroom, 6,810 sqft multi-family in Cleveland Heights. It last sold for $1,315,000 on Jun 27, 2025 (22% above the $1,078,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,165/month.

Home Details for 263 Athol Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 24
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 15
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 6810 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
No CoolingAir Conditioning: None
Gas & Electric
Electric: Separate MeterGas: Separate Meter
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreFloors: Carpet, Wood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Yard SpaceFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Covered Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageNo Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Covered
Farm & Range
Does Not Include Irrigation Water Rights
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 18

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Art Deco
Building
Construction Materials: Wood
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0210228011

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,078,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Oakland
School Information
Elementary School District: AlamedaJr High / Middle School District: AlamedaHigh School District: Alameda

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 6810 Square Feet

HOA

Association for this Listing: San Francisco Association of REALTORSNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6250.86 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Successor Trustee Sale

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Are Units Furnished: None

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 424026999
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Andrew de Vries DRE #01368031
Berkshire Hathaway-Franciscan, (415) 664-9400
Bought with: Tony Li DRE #01358822, (510) 918-8068, Alliance Bay Realty, (510) 742-6600
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Source: SFAR, MLS#424026999

Price History for 263 Athol Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/27/2025$1,315,000Sold
N/A
07/15/2024$1,200,000Sold
SFAR #424026999
05/10/2024$1,078,000PendingSFAR #424026999
04/26/2024$1,078,000Listed For SaleSFAR #424026999

Market trends in Oakland

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$863K
$63.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
108.5%
1.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$575
$13MoM
Available listings
769
13MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$1,200,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 263 Athol Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1911 5th Ave, Oakland, CA
0.14
Multi-Family Home
$1,020,000
06/12/26
8
4
3,984
521-525 Athol Ave, Oakland, CA
0.31
Multi-Family Home
$1,273,800
08/11/25
5
4
4,120
459 Wayne Ave, Oakland, CA
0.19
Multi-Family Home
$1,450,000
06/26/26
5
4
2,547
2257 Park Blvd, Oakland, CA
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$1,090,000
06/25/26
6
3
2,728
145 E 15th St, Oakland, CA
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$1,015,000
08/15/25
7
3
3,403
650 Hillsborough St, Oakland, CA
0.29
Multi-Family Home
$1,005,000
05/05/26
6
4
3,804
1924 7th Ave, Oakland, CA
0.30
Multi-Family Home
$1,450,000
11/12/25
5
4
3,590

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Cleveland Heights
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What Locals Say about Cleveland Heights

At least 84 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 88 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 46 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 45 % Say car is needed

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 44 % Say there are community events

  • 39 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say kids play outside

  • 34 % Say parking is easy

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  • Webbmarquis35
    "I drive my car so I don't use public transportation but it is right down The street and easy to access "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love this place ❤️I want to live in this area these . My daughters like to live in this área , this place is amazing and me too thank you so much for everything."
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  • Trulia User
    "Good place to live and hang out. There's mostly apartment buildings in this neighborhood, so not great for people wanting to buy a house. if you are a chill person or couple you'll like it here. "
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    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 7 years and love it. We all know one another and lakeshore and Lake Merritt are close by. "
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    "It’s a great place to walk with or without a dog. The views and homes are beautiful. There also many historic homes in this area. "
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  • Carlyniccolelund
    "It is a very quiet, neighborly place. I feel very safe walking my dogs at night and everyone always says hello when passing by."
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  • Dennis A.
    "Not much from the neighbors themselves, but lots going on around the lake that’s accessible from here. "
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  • Katelynpcabot
    "Great for dog walks but hard to have off leash! The traffic varies, off the main streets is much safer than along lake shore etc "
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  • Savannah L.
    "There are multiple parks available in addition to walking by the lake. Lots of other dog owners around."
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  • M.mkonu
    "It has got crowded here over the last few years - traffic is worse, parking is impossible - especially evenings around the neighborhood."
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  • Brandon Y.
    "this area is great for families with young kids. lot's of good parks to go hang out at. This is not a super trendy area area, there are a few things to do, but if you want fancy food, you'll have to leave the neighborhood to get it. "
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  • Heathervanatta
    "Everything is within walking distance farmers market is close by there’s a movie theater here neighbors are really friendly lake is beautiful"
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  • Kally Price
    "It is very close to the freeway, which means you can hear it too. There are a few bus stops including the transbay bus nearby. "
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  • Veronica M.
    "Like! It’s by the lake with lots of other friendly dogs. People run around the lake with their dogs. Very dog friendly neighborhood. "
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  • Josephe c.
    "Super cute neighborhood with apartments and houses. Grocery shopping, coffee shops, and restaurants all within walking distance. "
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  • Karen C.
    "Great access to the transbay bus and NL bus that goes to 19th Street BART, but a 30+ minute walk to either Lake Merritt or 19th Street BART."
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  • Dallasdotter
    "Short bike ride or catch AC Tranit to downtown Oakland (~15 minutes). Sometimes take Bart from there to the city (another 15-20 minutes)."
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  • Snfpatrick
    "It feels like I’m out of the city at night which I like because it’s quiet and I wish I wasn’t living in the city at all "
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  • Aprille F.
    "I have lived here 13 years. I have seen it change so much in recent years. It is getting crowded, but it is still a luxury to be close to all the happenings of Oakland and a stone’s throw from the lake. It has been good to me, this ‘hood!"
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  • Sue G.
    "It’s close to Lake Merritt, which is an oasis in the city of Oakland! Love Oakland. Love the neighborhood."
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  • chezrachel
    "I live in this neighborhood. It's a wonderful area, in walking distance of restaurants, shops, and the beautiful Lake Merritt."
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Frequently asked questions about 263 Athol Ave

  • What is the price history for 263 Athol Ave?
    263 Athol Ave in Oakland, CA last sold for $1,315,000 in June 2025.
  • Is Oakland a buyer's or seller's market?
    Oakland is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Oakland?
    The median sale price in Oakland is $863K. That is up $63.33K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the Cleveland Heights neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Cleveland Heights neighborhood in Oakland, CA as pedestrian-friendly, walkable to grocery stores, and dog-friendly. See recently sold homes in Cleveland Heights, Oakland.
  • Is there a virtual tour of 263 Athol Ave?
    Yes, a virtual tour of 263 Athol Ave in Oakland, CA is available.
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