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This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 3756 Balfour Ave in Oakland, CA is listed for $2,398,000 ($785 per sqft). Built in 1907, the home offers 3,055 sqft of living space on a 0.22 acres lot.

Agent Description

Rooted in the architectural grace of 1907, this distinguished residence at 3756 Balfour rises above the street with quiet majesty on its corner-a long-standing sentinel of the Lakeshore neighborhood. Moments from all that Lakeshore offers, the home blends heritage, scale, and lifestyle in one of Oakland's most coveted enclaves.

The formal living room features rich hardwood floors, a stately fireplace, and classic detailing, while a sunlit veranda opens to a spacious deck-ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The formal dining room showcases original pocket doors, a box-beamed ceiling, and built-in cabinetry, flowing into a custom eat-in kitchen with gas range, pantry, and breakfast nook.

Terraced gardens provide versatile outdoor space for relaxation, gardening, or play. Upstairs, the primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with ample closet space, en suite bath, and adjoining bonus room suited for an office or nursery. Two additional bedrooms share a full hall bath.

A finished attic adds flexible living space, and the basement includes storage, workshop area, and laundry. A rebuilt detached garage, owned solar, and mature landscaping complete this legacy home. With a Walkscore of 81, in a neighborhood celebrated for tree-lined streets, architectural beauty, and proximity to Lake Merritt, this property offers timeless character and room to grow.

Key Features

  • Built in 1907
  • 0.22 acre lot
  • 3 stories
  • Fireplace

Property Details

3 stories
2 full, 1 half
1907

Amenities

SolarFireplaceHardwood

Monthly Cost Estimate

$12,825/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$1,734
Interest$10,391
Insurance$699

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

3756 Balfour Ave

Oakland, CA 94610

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Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Formal Dining RoomBreakfast BarBreakfast Nook

Exterior Features

Back YardDog RunFront YardGarden/PlayTerraced DownGardenLandscape BackLandscape Front

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Stucco

Parking

Open

Heating

Central

Appliances

Gas Range

Questions & Answers

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom single family at 3756 Balfour Ave is listed at $2,398,000 ($785/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $10,391 based on 20% down at 6.5% interest.

Key features include: Built in 1907, 0.22 acre lot, 3 stories, Fireplace. Interior Features: Formal Dining Room, Breakfast Bar, Breakfast Nook. Exterior Features: Back Yard, Dog Run, Front Yard.

This property is listed by Heidi Marchesotti and can be reached at 5103877865 or heidi@homesbyheidi.com.

HM

Heidi Marchesotti

Agent at Corcoran Icon Properties

(510) 387-7865

Listed by Corcoran Icon Properties · View on Broker Site

MLS# 41132084· Source: listhub· Updated 1 days ago

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3756 Balfour Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

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