$1,180,000

685 Calmar Ave, Oakland, CA 94610

3 beds |
2 baths |
1,656 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1916
4,356sqft lot
2 car garage
$713/sqft
Listed 11 days ago

Property Description

Crocker Highlands never disappoints, and this Craftsman is a wonderful example. Tucked along a quiet block of Calmar, the home offers a rare blend of tranquility and convenience, with easy access to the vibrant Lakeshore district—farmers’ market mornings, library visits, and favorite neighborhood restaurants just moments away. Inside, natural light pours through the windows, illuminating hardwood floors and creating an immediate sense of warmth. Classic Craftsman details—original built-ins, stained glass, and rich woodwork—blend seamlessly with thoughtful updates. The kitchen is as beautiful as it is functional, perfect for cooking, entertaining, or gathering at the end of the day. Designed for indoor-outdoor living, the kitchen opens to a spacious backyard retreat with a hot tub, south-facing sun, and room to garden, relax, or host friends while little ones play, while the reimagined front and back yards feature clean-lined retaining walls, lush landscaping, and a full irrigation system. Downstairs, the versatile basement offers storage and flexible space for a home office, guest quarters, gym, or playroom. And the views—enjoy sweeping views of the Bay and the San Francisco skyline in the distance, a stunning backdrop that makes every day feel truly extraordinary.

Listing Status:: Active
Date Added:: February 21, 2026
Data Last Updated:: March 4, 2026 at 7:06AM
Listing Office:: Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty : 510-542-2600
Listing Agent:: Tracy Zhou : 415-503-7363
MLS ID:: 41124669

General: Dining AreaFormal Dining RoomOfficeStorageUnfinished RoomCounter - Solid SurfaceUpdated Kitchen
Appliances: DishwasherOvenRangeRefrigeratorDryerWasher
Laundry: DryerIn BasementLaundry RoomWasherSink
Flooring: HardwoodWood
A/C: None
Heating: Forced AirNatural GasSee Remarks
Fireplace: Living RoomMetalSee RemarksFireplaceFireplaces: 1

General: GardenBack YardFront YardGarden/PlaySprinklers AutomaticLandscape BackLandscape FrontPrivate EntranceYard SpaceHeated
Style: Craftsman
Pool: None
Parking: AttachedEnclosedGarage Faces FrontGarage Door Opener

Roofing: Shingle
Windows: Window Coverings
General: Stucco2

Originating MLS: Paragon
County: Alameda

Zoning: 1187037
Fencing: FencedWood

Utilities: Irrigation ConnectedNatural Gas AvailableOther SolarPhotovoltaics Seller Owned220 Volts in Kitchen

Source: Paragon

This listing courtesy of Tracy Zhou , Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Crocker Highlands Elementary School

525 Midcrest Rd, Oakland, CA, 94610

Grades KG-5

0.61 miles away

Edna Brewer Middle School

3748 13th Ave, Oakland, CA, 94610

Grades 6-8

0.80 miles away

Oakland High School

1023 MacArthur Blvd, Oakland, CA, 94610

Grades 9-12

0.54 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.