55 8Th St, Oakland, CA 94607

• 4 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,402 sqft

Property Description

Tucked into a prime Oakland location just moments from Chinatown, Laney College, BART, and the vibrant shores of Lake Merritt, this property offers a rare opportunity to reimagine and rebuild in the heart of it all. Set on a generous footprint, the home is ready for transformation—an ideal canvas for investors, builders, or buyers with vision. The existing structure requires significant renovation, but the upside is undeniable. With a clean slate to work from, you can design and customize every detail to suit modern living or maximize income potential. The lower level is particularly compelling, offering ample space for the creation of a possible separate unit—perfect for rental income, extended family, or a flexible live/work setup. An existing bathroom on the lower level provides a valuable head start, with the ability to connect to a newly installed sewer line, streamlining future development plans. Whether you’re looking to restore, expand, or completely reimagine, the groundwork is here for something special. All of this in a highly connected location, where dining, transit, education, and recreation are just minutes away. This is more than a fixer—it’s an opportunity to create lasting value in one of Oakland’s most dynamic neighborhoods. Open house Sat May 2, 1:00-4:00

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

April 23, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 1, 2026 at 7:06AM

Listing Office:

Legacy Real Estate & Assoc. : 925-621-1200

Listing Agent:

Hedi Kennerknecht : 510-507-8771

MLS ID:

41132052

Interior

• Appliances: Gas RangeRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
• Laundry: DryerIn BasementWasher
• Flooring: HardwoodLinoleum
• A/C: None
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Exterior

• Style: Victorian
• Pool: None
• Parking: AttachedCoveredGarage Faces FrontGarage Door OpenerUncovered Parking Space

Construction

• General: StoneWood Siding2

Location

• County: Alameda

Lot

• Zoning: 11697
• Fencing: Fenced

Utilities

• Utilities: Natural Gas ConnectedIndividual Electric MeterIndividual Gas MeterNo Solar
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer