Beautifully situated in Maxwell Park, this charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home offers a seamless blend of classic character and thoughtful modern upgrades. The spacious living room welcomes you with large picture windows, original hardwood floors, custom built-in bookshelves, and a cozy fireplace that anchors the space with timeless appeal. The formal dining room maintains its classic style and inviting ambiance—an ideal setting for hosting gatherings. The updated kitchen features an eat-in area, refreshed pantry and storage, and direct access to the backyard for effortless indoor-outdoor living. The expansive primary bedroom includes custom closets, complemented by two additional well-sized bedrooms. The bathroom has been transformed into a spa-inspired retreat with modern finishes and a calming atmosphere. The backyard is designed for entertaining, offering plenty of space to relax, dine, or garden. Additional highlights include a dedicated storage room, an unfinished basement for even more storage potential, and a long driveway providing ample parking. This move-in-ready home delivers comfort, character, and convenience—come experience it in person.
Pending
Price cut: $34K (3/10)
$715,000
5428 Ruth Ave, Oakland, CA 94601
3beds
1,551sqft
Est.:
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1912
3,637.26 Square Feet Lot
$723,900 Zestimate®
$461/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceTwo additional well-sized bedroomsExpansive primary bedroomLarge picture windowsFormal dining roomCustom built-in bookshelvesOriginal hardwood floors
- 42 days |
- 713 |
- 41 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 23, 2026 at 10:36am
Listed by:
Michelle Mino DRE #01506114 510-828-0099,
Margarita Mino Realty & Loans
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41123559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Nook, Stone Counters, Dishwasher
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Breakfast Nook
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,551
- Total interior livable area: 1,551 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Side Yard Access
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 3,637.26 Square Feet
- Features: Rectangular Lot, Back Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 36247836
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1912
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Maxwell Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Oakland
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $461/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $558,051
- Date on market: 2/10/2026
Estimated market value
$723,900
$688,000 - $760,000
$3,597/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/12/2026 | Pending sale | $715,000$461/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/10/2026 | Price change | $715,000-4.5%$461/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+74.2%$483/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 7/23/2014 | Sold | $430,000+2.6%$277/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2014 | Listed for sale | $419,000+738%$270/sqft |
Source: Intero Real Estate Services #40662473 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/1994 | Sold | $50,000$32/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $558,051 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,656 -4.5% | $547,111 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,062 +2.8% | $536,385 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,813 +4.9% | $525,867 +2% |
| 2021 | $8,404 +1.1% | $515,559 +1% |
| 2020 | $8,311 +6.3% | $510,274 +4.5% |
| 2019 | $7,821 +11.2% | $488,273 +5.7% |
| 2018 | $7,035 | $461,991 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $7,035 +3.7% | $445,285 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,783 +140.5% | $436,557 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,820 | $430,000 +213.1% |
| 2014 | $2,820 | $137,347 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $136,727 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $134,046 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $131,418 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $130,437 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $130,748 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $128,184 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $125,671 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $123,207 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $120,791 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $118,425 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $116,255 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $113,975 +2% |
| 2001 | $1,830 | $111,741 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,313/mo
Principal & interest
$3586
Property taxes
$727
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Maxwell Park
Getting around
54 / 100
Good TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Horace Mann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Melrose Leadership AcademyGrades: K-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Fremont HighGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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