This timeless Mediterranean home in the heart of the cherished Crocker Highlands neighborhood, offers the ease of single-level living wrapped in warmth and character at every turn. The welcoming living room is anchored by a gas fireplace and flows seamlessly into the dining room with doors opening out to the expansive deck complete with awning and wandering wisteria. This natural progression makes indoor-outdoor living ideal for playful afternoons with family or lively gatherings with friends. Charm continues throughout the home with arched doorways, hardwood floors, built-in shelves in the living room and kitchen, unique sculptural sconces, and lovely stained-glass windows. The spacious kitchen is as functional as it is beautiful, offering an abundance of cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances including a Viking stove, alongside a cozy eat-in dining area — the perfect spot for your morning coffee or a casual meal. Expansive windows throughout, along with skylights framing the open sky in the kitchen and baths, provide an abundance of natural light. Retreat to the primary bedroom and bath, tucked away in their own private quarters with direct access to the level yard and gardens beyond. Out front, this home earns a perfect 10 for curb appeal, complete with a garden box ready for growing your own fresh veggies. Connected to all the best of Oakland, the home sits just moments from sought-after Crocker Highlands Elementary School. Enjoy the nearby restaurants and shops of Lakeshore, with easy commute options via the Transbay bus and convenient freeway access. With its timeless character, thoughtful updates, and unbeatable location, this is a home that’s as easy to love as it is to live in.
Property Details
Price:
$988,000
MLS #:
41148003
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
CROCKER HGHLANDS
Listed Date:
Sep 11, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,304
Lot Size:
3,264 sqft / 0.07 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1924
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Schools
Interior
Appliances
GWH
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
NO
Flooring
TILE, WOOD
Heating
FA
Laundry Features
DINC, WINC
Levels
A
Exterior
Architectural Style
BNG
Attached Garage YN
1
Construction Materials
STC
Garage Spaces
1
Other Structures
SBL
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
PTO
Roof
CMP
Financial
HOA Fee
$227
HOA Fee Frequency
ANU
Map
Community
- Address1240 Bates Rd Oakland CA
- SubdivisionCROCKER HGHLANDS
- CityOakland
- CountyAlameda
- Zip Code94610
Subdivisions in Oakland
- ALAMEDA
- ALLENDALE
- ARROYO PARK
- CENTRAL STATION-PACIFIC CANNERY LOFTS
- CLEVELAND HEIGHTS
- CLINTON
- CRESTMONT
- CROCKER HGHLANDS
- CROCKER/GLENVIEW
- DIMOND
- E OAKLAND
- EAST OAKLAND
- ELMHURST
- GLENVIEW
- HARRINGTON
- HIGHLAND PARK
- HILLER HIGHLANDS
- Hoover-Foster
- JACK LONDON
- KING ESTATES
- LAKESIDE
- LAS PALMAS
- LINCOLN HIGHLAND
- LOCKWOOD
- Longefellow
- LOWER ROCKRIDGE
- MACARTHUR
- MERRIEWOOD
- MILLMONT
- MONTCLAIR
- MOSSWOOD
- NOBE
- OAK CENTER
- OAK KNOLL
- OAKLAND
- OAKLAND HILLS
- OAKLAND ZOO
- PIEDMONT BORDER
- PRESCOTT
- Prescott South
- REDWOOD HEIGHTS
- RIDGEMONT
- ROCKRIDGE
- SAN ANTONIO
- SANTA FE
- SEQUOYAH HILLS
- TEMESCAL
- UPPER DIMOND
- UPPER LAUREL
- UPPER MILLSMONT
- UPPER ROCKRIDGE
- Uptown
- WEST OAK
- WEST OAKLAND
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Oakland as of Sep 16, 2026
419
Single Family Listed
97
Avg DOM
516
Avg $ / SqFt
$945,038
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the CROCKER HGHLANDS subdivision, 1240 Bates Rd Oakland CA is a Single Family for sale in Oakland, CA, 94610. It is listed for $988,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,304 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1924. The current price per square foot is $758. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Oakland is $516. The average listing price for Single Family in Oakland is $945,038.
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