917 Chestnut St, Alameda, CA 94501
OFF MARKET

917 Chestnut St
Alameda, CA 94501

Bronze Coast
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,146 sqft

$1,822,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,087/mo*
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$1,822,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $11,087/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,146 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Step into this expansive Victorian Leonard home, a rare piece of Alameda’s history, offering 2,146 sq. ft. of living space on a 5,400 sq. ft. lot. Built with the craftsmanship and character that define Leonard homes, this property showcases hardwood floors, vintage light fixtures, and exquisite built-ins that have stood the test of time. On the main level, find a spacious living room, a library with a stately fireplace, custom built-ins, a formal dining room, and a kitchen overlooking the backyard, plus a half bath. Ascend the dramatic staircase to the second level, where four large bedrooms and a full bath await. The basement offers incredible versatility with multiple rooms—one previously an office—alongside a laundry area, workshop, and the makings of another full bath. Outside, the landscaped backyard features pavers, a majestic oak tree, a detached two-car garage, and a long driveway for ample parking. Centrally located in Alameda, this is a rare chance to own a historical Leonard home. Whether restoring its vintage charm or modernizing it, this home is ready for its next chapter.
917 Chestnut St, Alameda, CA 94501 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,146 sqft single-family home in Bronze Coast, built in 1895. It last sold for $1,210,000 on Apr 30, 2025 (5% above the $1,150,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,822,600, with a rent estimate of $6,255/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 917 Chestnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (partial): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2146 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDishwasherDryerLaundry: In BasementRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Linoleum
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Linoleum
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: PatioNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1895
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Victorian
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 712695

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,150,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Apr 09 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: AlamedaCommunity: Central Alameda

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2146 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Excl RightListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 41091180Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Becky Cusack DRE #01457434, (510) 220-5468
Eastside West
Bought with: Mark Daya DRE #01463125, (916) 769-8118, Sac Platinum Realty
Source: Bay East AOR, MLS#41091180

Price History for 917 Chestnut St

DatePriceEventSource
04/30/2025$1,210,000Sold
Bay East AOR #41091180
04/10/2025$1,150,000PendingbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091180
03/28/2025$1,150,000Listed For SalebridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41091180

Market trends in Alameda

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$1.11M
$30.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
106.5%
2.0%MoM
Price per sq ft
$670
$42MoM
Available listings
129
6MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$113,932
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 917 Chestnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1831 San Jose Ave, Alameda, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
07/17/25
5
3
2,072
898 Union St, Alameda, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$1,775,000
09/11/25
4
2
2,076
1834 San Antonio Ave, Alameda, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$1,860,000
12/30/25
4
2
2,910
420 Camden Rd, Alameda, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,515,000
10/08/25
5
3
2,019
1111 Union St, Alameda, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$2,270,000
05/28/26
5
3
3,008
2214 Clinton Ave, Alameda, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$2,000,000
04/02/26
4
3
2,433
2017 San Jose Ave, Alameda, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,685,000
10/03/25
5
2
3,316
1915 Otis Dr, Alameda, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,420,000
09/11/25
3
3
1,545
416 Camden Rd, Alameda, CA
0.38
Single-Family Home
$1,532,000
06/09/26
6
3
2,279

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Neighborhood Overview

Bronze Coast
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What Locals Say about Bronze Coast

At least 40 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 95 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 91 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 89 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 63 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say car is needed

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "Lovely architecture to admire while walking the dog. Nearby parks and beaches are only 6 blocks away. Downside is that dogs aren’t allowed on the sand but you can walk on the sidewalks overlooking the water. Hardly any traffic so the streets are quiet. People with dogs give other dogs lots of space. Rare to see dog waste not cleaned up-though it happens. "
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    "sensor lights should be place on all areas of your house to deter anyone from coming if they are not invited to visit. and a alarm if they are to close to the house or apt."
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    "There are many people walking their dogs in the neighborhood. There are also 2 off leash dog parks on the island. "
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  • Ali L.
    "I feel safe walking my dogs at any time of the day or night. There are lots of dogs but owners are respectful."
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  • Hvlaity
    "Very easy to commute to work in Oakland and drive to San Francisco on the weekends. Also easy to grab groceries and run errands in the area "
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  • Hyejin
    "I meet several dog owners everyday when I walked with kids. They are happy to walk with dogs and smile at me and greeting friendly "
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  • Susan K.
    "20 minutes into the Temescal neighborhood of Oakland - morning commute. Evening commute can be 35 minutes."
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  • Trulia User
    "I am not sure what to say here. I moved here in March 2019 and I am so happy living in such a place. I love that I can walk to the beach, and walk along the bay and see San Francisco in the distance."
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  • Courtney G.
    " This neighborhood has parks and schools within walking distances. I often see parents walking with their kids"
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  • Tanita M.
    "I’ve only been living here for a month now and I’m very happy about the walkability around here. I’ve been living in Tx for the past 5 years living in the burbs right outside Houston where there’s no public transportation, sidewalks, bike lanes etc. Tx isn’t pedestrian friendly at all so it’s good being back in CA."
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  • Trulia User
    "Friendly: older neighbors are welcoming to younger owners moving in. Slowly gentrifying (younger generation Alameda born are moving out). Lots of younger renters (30-40) too."
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  • Orange Crow
    "It’s awesome! I live right on a lagoon and I have a kayak I take out on it. The beach is 3 blocks and Park St is a 15 min walk. Super safe and neighborhood is friendly. Flat and great for biking and running. Traffic is better here than most places in Bay. I take a ferry to SF for work which is a wonderful way to commute. Love it!"
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  • Markvasquez95
    "it's a busy street that connects to everything . i can easily get to where i wanna get to on the bus and the neighborhood is very quiet. "
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  • Cceres
    "Life slows down once you cross the Alameda town line. Community feel and only a ferry ride away from San Francisco. "
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  • Patrice A.
    "Alameda is a family friendly city that does not like speeders. We have great food and people don't like to leave the island u less they must. it was beautiful bike paths."
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  • Feliciasmoore
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 9 years. The area is quiet and clean. There is a regular police presence. Rent is very high though."
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  • Guy B.
    "Alameda's close proximity to San Francisco makes it convenient to Silicon Valley too, but at a fraction of the price. Super cute older homes and a close knit neighborhood feel is felt throughout the island. We don't have cross traffic being an island which gives us an identity like no other city in the entire San Francisco metropolitan area. As for the city itself, Alameda is safe, has good schools, is charming quaint, and quiet with plenty of shops, restaurants, movie theatre, walking and bike trails. I've lived all over the bay area and I wouldn't want to live anywhere else but Alameda."
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  • William
    "I OWN A PLACE AROUND THE COURNER SEVERAL OF MY FRIENDS ARE LOOKING TO BUY HERE. LIVE IN ONE UNIT WHILE RENTING THE OTHERS. WE HAVE COFFE SHOPS, SMALL GROCERIE STORE, MOVIE THEATER, RESTRAUNT'S, ALAMEDA MUSEUM, PUBLIC TENNIS COURT'S ALL WITH IN A SHORT WALKING DISTANCE "
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