653 55th St, Oakland, CA 94609
SOLD
FEB 13, 2026

653 55th St
Oakland, CA 94609

Bushrod
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,322 sqft

$1,280,000

Last Sold: Feb 13, 2026
35% over list $950K
$968/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,821/mo*
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$1,280,000

Last Sold: Feb 13, 2026
35% over list $950K
$968/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $7,821/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,322 sqft

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1909
Living Area
1,322 sqft
Price/Sqft
$968/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to 653 55th Street—a distinguished brown shingle home featuring abundant natural light and manyrecent upgrades, and move-in ready. Built in 1909, the property showcases original details and charm, including hardwood floors and formal living and dining rooms, all with sunny exposures. The home offers two generously sized bedrooms and a third smaller bedroom, ideal for a child’s room or dedicated office space. Both the kitchen and bathroom have been updated with modern, stylish finishes. The kitchen provides opens to an expansive deck and patio area—perfect for entertaining. The sizable backyard includes ample space for outdoor activities and dedicated planter boxes for gardening enthusiasts. Additional amenities include an attached garage, basement storage, and an EV charging station located by the garage. Recent improvements include a newer roof, central furnace, tankless hot water heater, upgraded electrical and plumbing systems, and a modernized sewer lateral. Situated in a prime Oakland location with a Walkscore of 93 + Bikescore of 94, you're close to Temescal shops and restaurants, as well as Rockridge BART and shops, too.
653 55th St, Oakland, CA 94609 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,322 sqft single-family home in Bushrod, built in 1909. It last sold for $1,280,000 on Feb 13, 2026 (35% above the $950,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,274,100, with a rent estimate of $3,589/month.

Home Details for 653 55th St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1322 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Dryer,Laundry Closet,WasherRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Decorative, Dining RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: One StoryFloors: Hardwood Flrs Throughout, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleExterior: Back Yard, Front YardNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1909
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Shingle
Building
Construction Materials: Wood Shingles, Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 14121331

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $950,000Price Per Sqft: $968/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jan 28 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Oakland

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1322 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Offer As Is

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41120790
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Richard Matus DRE #01120689, (510) 506-8896
BHG RE Reliance Partners
Bought with: Maria Cavallo-Merrion DRE #01493849, (510) 919-8841, Vanguard Properties
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR, MLS#41120790

Price History for 653 55th St

DatePriceEventSource
02/13/2026$1,280,000Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41120790
01/29/2026$950,000PendingbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41120790
01/15/2026$950,000Listed For SalebridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41120790
08/16/2019$1,020,000Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40875025
07/31/2019$799,000PendingAgent Provided
07/19/2019$799,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$1,115,502
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 653 55th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
865 54th St, Oakland, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$1,250,000
03/16/26
3
1
1,326
805 57th St, Oakland, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$970,000
11/06/25
3
1
1,271
575 58th St, Oakland, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$1,560,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,459
540 57th St, Oakland, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
03/20/26
3
1
1,972
760 53rd St, Oakland, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,208
5614 Dover St, Oakland, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$950,000
01/02/26
3
2.5
1,210
725 54th St, Oakland, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$1,445,000
07/08/26
4
3
2,314
726 60th St, Oakland, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$1,080,000
10/23/25
3
1.5
1,466
626 54th St, Oakland, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$1,750,000
06/01/26
5
3
2,061

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What Locals Say about Bushrod

  • Trulia User
    "Very nice and safe neighborhood. School is great and walking to cafe and restaurants are the best . I park my car and I don’t need car to go any where . "
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  • Trulia User
    "Beautiful friendly area . Walking to everything . I truly enjoy it . Transportation , shopping , restaurants are walking distance."
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  • ERICA L. D.
    "Charming with a lot of restaurants, breweries and shops near by. Close to hiking, public parks, public transportation. I love it here!"
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  • Susannah B.
    "It’s a diverse neighborhood that still has character. People are very friendly and look out for each other. "
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  • Maria V. R. B.
    "Lived here 5 years and my partner has been here 13. Hottest neighborhood in Oakland. Great commuter location- near BART, park, Rockridge, Cal. Gentrification has been fast and furious which has been sad to see old neighbors go. "
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  • Cora R.
    "Temescal fair weekends, Thursday movie night across from Macdonald walking dogs the park on Dover close to Bart and freeway "
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  • Vladlena Mcclure
    "Great neighborhood with very high walkability, excellent weather, beautiful houses and friendly neighbors."
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  • Heatherhmunoz
    "The neighborhood is dog-friendly, and many dog owners reside here and regularly walk their dogs. The neighborhood, however, does not have a dog park."
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  • Maria V. R. B.
    "We have an annual horseshoe barbecue in the summer. Lots of families. We are also close to Juneteenth festivities and Temescal’s bars and restaurants. And to Berkeley bowl. "
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  • Mary M.
    "Walkers paradise, friendly people, neighbors watch out for each other. I love walking around my neighborhood and seeing how much it has changed for the better"
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  • Zoe H.
    "The people and the community feel. I love that people love where they live and want to get to know there neighbors "
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  • Amber K.
    "We have lots of parks and dog parks close by. We also have a shop just for dog leashes."
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  • Amber K.
    "The commute is very easy when you take the bus, and they seem to run close to on time all day. The only problem is if you drive during the hours of 3-6, because we get pretty bad traffic then."
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  • Amber K.
    "The neighbors are kind and active. There are amazing local restaurants within walking distance and local farmers markets a few days a week. The transit system is also super close and easy to take."
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  • Amber K.
    "I feel very safe in my neighborhood, and I think it's a good place for kids."
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  • Zoe H.
    "The people are friendly. Blend of new neighbors and people who have lived here for a long time. Feels like a small town in a big city. "
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  • Rebecca
    "Quiet neighborhood with lots of young families. Great location for commuting with easy access to freeways (car) and BART (alt transport)."
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  • Taikera C.
    "There are a lot of dogs and green space."
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  • Taikera C.
    "I walk 14 minutes to the BART station."
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  • Taikera C.
    "There are quite a few children, and it seems like a safe place."
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  • Duane H.
    "I have lived here 15 years and have been part of the dramatic renaissance of the Temescal Bushrod Neighborhood"
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